The route finder service provides maps and driving directions for the UK, Europe and beyond, as well as giving you the opportunity to find hotels wherever you're going in the UK. You can also generate directions that are fully integrated with customisable real-time traffic updates and our fuel cost calculator using the advanced options in the main Route Planner section. The functionality provides specific city driving maps for London and European route directions for longer trips abroad. Warning triangle– If you break down on the side of the road, you’ll want to be visible to cars passing by. Having a warning triangle placed at least 45 metres (147 feet) from your vehicle on flat ground will help make you clearly visible to other drivers. It’s not safe use a warning triangle on a motorway. Make sure you plan a few stops along the way. Driving for long stretches of time without taking a break can lead to driver fatigue. Driving requires concentration and focus, which you can’t maintain for hours on end without taking any breaks. Jump leads– A jump start is a handy way to start a car with a flat battery. But jump leads can cause damage to both cars and people if they’re not used properly. Find out more about how to use jump leads. Important docs– Have your insurance details handy in case of an emergency, and don’t forget your driving license.

Our range of driving and outdoor products will help you make the most of your journey and destination, at home or away. From learning the ropes to being safe on the road, our range includes: Most route planners have the same basic functions and present you with several routes to your destination. The difference between the various planners is often the extra functions. For example, the AA Route Planner can work fine for you if you only use it while driving. Find out what car games your kids like and be sure to play those during the drive, for example “Eye Spy”.Make sure you use the AA Route Planner in a safe way. Do you indeed use your phone to drive on the road with the help of this route planner? Then make sure that the phone is placed in a good holder and that you can view the screen well without having to take your gaze too much from the road in front of you. It is best to keep charging the phone during the journey so that you can use the AA Route Planner for the entire journey. Have sun cream and hats handy so nobody gets sunburnt on the journey. Read about more ways to stay cool while driving in the summer. 10. Keep the kids entertained Travelling with kids can be difficult, as they struggle to sit still for long periods of time. Here are a few tips on how to keep your little ones entertained during a long journey: Tyres– Make sure your tyres have enough tread on them for a long journey, especially if you encounter unexpected weather conditions. Make sure your tyres are the right pressure because driving with flat tyres isn’t only dangerous, it also increases your vehicle’s fuel consumption. If you’re taking a road trip in the summer, it’s important to keep yourself and all your passengers cool during the journey.

If you have a lot of luggage you may want to invest in a roof box, which can be fitted onto a pair of roof bars on top of your vehicle. Roof boxes come in various sizes depending on your family’s needs and will save you the difficulty of trying to fit everything into your car’s boot. You shouldn’t drive for longer than 9 hours in a 24-hour period, and it’s recommended you take a 15-minute break every 2 hours. 9. How to keep cool on a summer road trip In addition, you can set up the AA Route Planner to receive real-time notifications about delays, traffic jams and roadworks. This virtual co-driver can also show you where cark parks can be found along your route. Would you like to stay overnight or have a meal en route? Restaurants and lodging options can also be added to your route by the AA Route Planner. The downside of the AA Route Planner With the AA Route Planner you can easily plan your trip within seconds. After entering the place of departure and arrival including additional intermediate stops, you will immediately see which routes are available. Thanks to the clear map and the good description of how long you have to follow each part of the route, you can travel hassle-free. Lights– If you have any light bulbs that need replacing, make sure to do so before leaving for your trip. In addition to being a legal requirement, your car’s lights make you more visible to other road users and can help to avoid a collision.

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The AA’s Atlas range was relaunched earlier this year, with motorists’ favourites being revised and updated for 2022, with a variet of formats being released for different users. The range, published on 1st June 2021, includes Driver’s Atlas Britain, Road Atlas Britain, Big Road Atlas Britain, Easy Read Britain, Big Easy Read Britain, Motorist’s Atlas Britain, Easy Read Atlas France and a leather bound 35th edition of the Great Britain Road Atlas. Make sure everyone is sensibly dressed for the heat. Cool clothing that’s loose fitting and light in colour is best. Freeze some water bottles so you have cold water to keep everyone refreshed, including pets. Knowing which route will get you to your destination can help prevent any unforeseen incidents along the way. Report via the AA App. There's no need to give us directions– we'll come straight to your phone's location.