15 - Trip Planning and Navigation

Goals:

1. Know why and how to pre plan a trip.​

2. Organize and develop checklists for personal and vehicle needs before starting a trip​

3. Understand and be able to read and plot out a route, on a map, whether it be using an electronic app or a paper map/atlas, it’s an important skill to have when heading out on any type of trip.​

4. Select best route to use depending on agenda; fastest, most economical, scenic, least traffic, rest/text stops, weather and lighting considerations.​

5. Weighing the decision to drive a rental vehicle, Uber type services, ride sharing versus using a personal vehicle for a trip and knowing the considerations and costs associated with the choices.​

6. Identify safety precautions when towing and understanding the considerations when driving near vehicles doing so.

Links:

Session 15 Powerpoint

Jump Starting a Car Ordering Activity

Planning a Trip Quiz