Spring is on its way, and with it comes road trip season! Whether you're excited to get away with friends as soon as the weather warms up, or if you're planning a big trip to correspond with your children's Spring Break, you're bound to have a destination in mind.

Long road trips, while fun, can be a challenge, and nobody wants to get in an accident, have a break-down or get lost in a faraway location. That's why we've put together a number of tips that are sure to keep your road trip safe and fun. Heed this advice and you'll be ready for road trip season in no time!

• Plan out your route ahead of time. Nothing is worse than getting lost when you're unfamiliar with the area. Be sure you map out the route you want to take before you embark on your journey. Bringing along a map or a GPS doesn't hurt, either! This way, if you have to take a detour or veer off course, you can find your way again easily.

• Make a plan to save fuel. This may mean choosing to take your road trip in your spouse's car, the one that gets better gas mileage than yours. This could mean taking strides to improve your own fuel economy, by not driving aggressively, taking highways rather than city roads, reducing the load on your vehicle and more. Either way, you'll appreciate the savings on one of those long road trips.

• Don't drive distracted. You may think you need to make good time, all while looking at the map, talking on your phone and changing the music on the radio, but that's not good for anyone. You need to focus on the road ahead. If you are alone, pull off to map out your route and stay off your phone while driving. If you have passengers, delegate the navigation duties to one of them, and the music responsibilities to another.

Driving on long road trips, whether it's just across your state or all the way across the country, can be a great way to spend a vacation. And if you follow these handy guidelines, you can make sure you and your passengers stay safe and sound the whole time.

Still interested in tips on road trip safety from a trusted source? The friendly staff members at McCarthy Chevrolet in Olathe, Kansas are happy to help. Just stop by our Olathe car dealership today to learn more from our experience team members!