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While hastily packing and going wherever the wind takes you has its charms, it rarely saves your wallet. Therefore, if you have already decided where you want to go on vacation, plan your route, stops for refreshments, refueling or possible overnight stays in advance. Also, find out what the tolls are for the highway, what the network of filling or recharging stations is like, and the prices for fuel, where it pays to refuel more advantageously.
" When driving an electric car, it is necessary to plan your journey already with regard to charging stations and filling the time while charging the vehicle ," says Vladimír Guštafik, Head of Operations Services Business Lease Slovakia. In this way, you will avoid getting lost or making unnecessary detours, and therefore also an unnecessary increase in consumption.
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CHECK THE CAR...
Checking the technical condition of the vehicle before every long trip should be a matter of course. It is mainly about checking the functionality of the brakes - brake linings, pads and shock absorbers, the condition of the car battery, the functionality of the lights, wipers or the condition of the operating fluids, as well as the functionality and condition of the air conditioning.
" The pressure in the tires must be adapted to the load of the vehicle, as the vehicles are usually fully occupied and loaded on holidays. Proper tire inflation has an impact not only on their lifespan, but also on driving safety. Also, don't forget to check the condition of the spare tire or repair kit, the number of reflective vests according to the guidelines of individual countries, but also the completeness of the mandatory equipment and the contents of the first aid kit, if you have already used it. Also check the condition and functionality of the air conditioner if you haven't used it for a long time ," explains Vladimír Guštafik.
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... ALSO CONTACTS
Similarly, keep the relevant forms and contacts handy in the event of an insurance claim. " Find out in advance what the scope of your assistance services is in case you need replacement mobility due to an accident, immobility, vehicle theft, etc. ," explains the expert. In the case of using operational leasing, the advantage is continuous assistance throughout the EU, when the driver is entitled to alternative mobility in addition to towing the vehicle.
„ Before you travel, also check the validity of your green card and check the back of it to see if it is valid in the country you are traveling to. If you are not the owner of the vehicle, for example you have it on operating lease, in countries outside the EU they require a notarized authorization to use the vehicle. At Business Lease, we issue it upon request ," says Vladimír Guštafik.
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DRIVE EFFICIENTLY
Not only proper route planning, but also energy-efficient driving has an impact on the wallet. " It is certainly no secret that driving style affects fuel consumption the most. Defensive driving, anticipation, or smooth starts definitely have a positive effect on fuel consumption ," points out Vladimír Guštafik. You won't miss the holiday, don't get nervous, and avoid sudden additions and subsequent heavy braking. Navigation, which allows you to avoid traffic jams in real time, can help smooth and therefore energy-efficient driving.
" It should not be forgotten that when standing in queues and using the air conditioner in a vehicle with the engine running, the vehicle also has a certain fuel consumption, even when you are standing ," he points out. For these reasons, however, do not drive with fuel in the tank or with the battery charged, so to speak, to the limit, because you never know whether your fuel or energy to drive to the nearest gas station or charging station. Of course, driving speed also has a big impact on consumption.
Reduce your speed on the highway by even 10 km/h. and the differences in consumption will be visible, which will manifest itself especially during long journeys.
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JUST PACK YOUR CAR...
" For longer vacation trips, it is advisable to consider the use of roof boxes ," states Vladimír Guštafik. Simply put, if you can pack into the vehicle, it is definitely a better solution in terms of consumption than using a terrible box. If you want to take bicycles with you on vacation, it is more appropriate to choose a carrier on the back of the vehicle than on the roof, due to air resistance and therefore also the consumption of the vehicle.
However, if you already need to have a roof box or bicycles mounted on the roof of the vehicle, reduce the speed. It will have a positive effect not only on the aforementioned fuel consumption, but also on the vehicle's stability and safety, especially in crosswinds.
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...OR PACK A LARGER CAR
In the event that you do not know how to pack into the vehicle, it is worth considering "packing" a larger car. " Short-term rental serves not only clients using operational leasing, but also ordinary interested parties. At the same time, it contains identical services as the operational leasing service with the additional advantage of flexibility associated with returns ," says Pawel Bednárčik, Team Manager Rental at Business Lease Slovakia. The rental includes a wide range of services, including statutory and accident insurance, road tax, Slovak highway stamp, refueling cards, 24/7 roadside assistance throughout the EU and seasonal tire change.
Here too, in the event of a technical breakdown or accident, each vehicle is equipped with the Business Lease Assistance 24/7 service, which includes a complete service including towing, repair and replacement mobility for the client. If necessary, the leasing company can also equip the vehicle with a child seat.
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DON'T FORGET TO BE IN A GOOD MOOD
If driving is to be safe, it is important to rest properly before the journey, take regular breaks for at least 15 minutes every 2-3 hours during the journey, and also whenever you feel tired behind the wheel. This is doubly true, especially for night shifts. Do not take risks while driving, observe a safe distance as well as the permitted speed.
The ride may be longer due to queues or unexpected obstacles, so think about your drinking regime and stock up on a sufficient amount of fluids, possibly also small snacks. The drinking regime is also important from the point of view of maintaining concentration, well-being and health.
