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Page 2 - Rutherford Weekly 828-248-1408 www.rutherfordweekly.com Thurssday, December 23-December 29, 2021 After a 2020 holiday season in which the pandemic forced the postponement or cancellation of festivities, families are planning to get together once again in 2021. Many people will head home for the holidays this year, and the vast majority will take to the highway to do so. The U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics says the Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year's holiday periods are among the busiest for long- distance travel. The highways will be busy with motorists criss-crossing the country to visit loved ones. Holiday travel may require covering a long distance in a limited amount of time. Finding ways to be effi cient in regard to time management can reduce stress and improve safety. Travel at night If you can safely manage it, you may experience considerably less traffi c in the evening hours than during other times of day. In addition, if kids are in tow, they may sleep much of the way, helping to reduce the number of times they ask, "Are we there yet?" Share driving responsibilities with another person so that each driver can take a break to prevent drowsy driving. Get a vehicle maintenance check No one wants to get stranded on the side of the road with a car fi lled with gifts and treats. It's well worth the investment to have a mechanic give a vehicle a checkup prior to leaving. Get an oil change even if it's a little early to do so. Look at tire tread wear and ensure that you have the right tires for the road conditions where you'll be headed. Plan your route People often rely on mobile phone or dashboard GPS systems to get where they need to go. However, it helps to have a general idea of the route so that if service drops out you can still fi nd your way. Scout out rest stops or acceptable restaurants online prior to leaving so you have a plan for making stops in safe areas. Stock the car While presents may be taking up valuable real estate, pack a cooler with snacks and beverages to help reduce how many times you need to get off the highway. Also, games or other forms of entertainment can keep children occupied on long trips. Slow down in inclement weather The holiday meal can be reheated if you're late, so don't feel compelled to speed or drive erratically when the weather is stormy. It's not worth the risk of getting into an accident that can cause serious injuries. Travelers United, a nonprofi t organization that represents all travelers, also warns tha t quick storms that pop up after a long dry spell can immediately make road surfaces extremely slippery. Use caution. Tips to ensure holiday road trips are safe & stress-free 828-657-5732 828-657-5732 robbinsrepairables.com robbinsrepairables.com 1891 Harris-Henrietta Road 1891 Harris-Henrietta Road Forest City, NC 28043 Forest City, NC 28043 ROBBINS ROBBINS AUTO PARTS AUTO PARTS Late Model Late Model Parts & Parts & Rebuildables Rebuildables Fully Fully Computerized Computerized FREE FREE Locator Locator Service Service All Parts All Parts Guaranteed Guaranteed ©Community First Media Community First Media GUIDE GUIDE AND AND INFORMATION INFORMATION Call 704-692-4449 to advertise! Mon-Fri 7:30am-5pm Mon-Fri 7:30am-5pm Sat 7:30am-1pm! Sat 7:30am-1pm! Tire Rotation ©Community First Media Community First Media 831 Railroad Ave, Rutherfordton 828-288-6256 828-288-6256 831 R il d A R th f dt 831 R il d A R th f dt i f 83 i f i f 83 i f R-S Express R-S Express I n s p e c t i o n s I n s p e c t i o n s Tire Balance Wiper Blades New Tires For Sale Batteries Safety Inspections Fast Friendly Service Check our prices on tires before you buy! Clean Waiting Area Call or stop in today! BRING YOUR VEHICLE BY FOR US TO LOOK AT! NO APPRAISAL FEE CHARGED! TOP DOLLAR PAID! YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE We Want We Want to Buy to Buy www.mooresautos.com www.mooresautos.com 345 South Broadway, Forest City 828-245-8067 M O O RE ' S AUTO S ALES ©communityfi rstmedia ©Community First Media Community First Media FORESTCITYCJD.COM FRIENDSHIPNISSAN.COM We want to thank We want to thank all our friends all our friends and customers and customers for a wonderful for a wonderful 2021. 2021. Friendship Friendship in Forest City in Forest City Call Hannah 828-755-6374 or Jobe 828-748-7411 Jobe & Hannah Hooper MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM THE HOOPERS! NEVER GO OUTSIDE THE FAMILY!