Labor Day weekend is one of the busiest driving holidays, with traffic clogging roadways across the country. People often use Labor Day weekend as a final break before summer ends. Whether you’re heading to a nearby beach to picnic and swim with friends or driving to a huge family get-together for some grilling and fun, Labor Day weekend is an exciting mini-holiday for most. An estimated 35.5 million Americans will take the roads. With so many people traveling, many of them by car, a lot can go wrong, ranging from minor fender-benders to multiple-vehicle accidents. Knowing Labor Day traffic safety tips can help you and your loved ones stay safe and enjoy the summer. 1. Pre-Trip Car Maintenance: One of the simplest ways to avoid causing a traffic accident is to get your own car regularly maintained 2. Pack an Emergency Kit: For any long road travel, an emergency kit is an excellent resource to have at hand. 3. Leave Early: While millions of people are getting out on the roads for Labor Day, many of them like to sleep in. 4. Take Breaks: Depending on when you leave and how long you’re going to drive, chances are that you’ll spend quite a few hours behind the wheel. Stay alert by taking a break every 100 miles or two hours. 5. Get Enough Sleep: It may seem like driving all day and night to get to your destination is the most efficient way to maximize vacation time. 6. Ridesharing: Not everyone is driving on Labor Day. Rideshare options are on the rise across the country. Car-Lotta Car Sales will be closed on Monday, September 4th for the Labor Day Holiday. We will re open on Tuesday, September 5th at 9:00 am