The annual Spring Break is rapidly approaching, even though it still feels rather chilly here in the Alexandria, Virginia region. Here at Ourisman Ford & Lincoln, we enjoy planning road trip excursions with our family and friends but along with the buzz and excitement comes the reality of unexpected travel hazards. After all, as more people hit the streets to find the nearest beach or landmark, it becomes even more hazardous for drivers across the United States as a whole.
In fact, according to the federal Fatality Analysis Reporting System*, many holidays are tarnished with traffic fatalities. With so much adventure and thrill to seek this spring, why not spend a few extra moments planning your next escape?
At Ourisman Ford & Lincoln, we truly believe that each driver plays a part in traffic safety. There are additional easy ways that you can improve your overall safety performance. For instance, ensure that all passengers wear a seat belt and that your young children are strapped into size-appropriate car seats.
Fatigued driving and distracted driving can both contribute to traffic accidents and fatalities, so make sure that you get plenty of rest before your next trip or arrange to switch out driving duties with another adult passenger if you start to feel drowsy.
One additional way that you can work to improve your safety performance this Spring Break travel season is to select a quality vehicle for your transportation needs and ensure that you follow your car’s recommended service schedule. Our wide assortment of new Lincoln vehicles come equipped with many available safety features, including a 360-degree camera, innovative adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go®, a Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection system, and more. Visit Ourisman Ford & Lincoln soon to browse our inventory and select your dream Lincoln for sale in Alexandria, VA!
*For more information regarding traffic deaths, please explore the Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) website.