How to Pack and Prep Your Car for Festivals and Holidays

Festivals are a lot of fun, the same goes for heading on holiday with your friends. It’s a freeing experience, especially if it’s your first time driving there and you’re the one taking your friends. It’s a lot of responsibility, and we know all too well just how empowering and exciting it feels to finally be seen as capable of taking on something like that. 

We know you’re going to be safe and responsible on the road, so this guide is all about helping you pack things up. Festivals often come with a lot of gear, and it can be hard to squeeze it all into one vehicle. That doesn’t mean it’s impossible, and we’re here to help you pack your car and get your car prepped for its big journey. 

How to Pack Your Car for Festivals and Holidays 

Packing can be tough, especially in a smaller car, but we have a few tips that will help maximise the space in your car to give you the best possible packing experience. 

Crate Up the Boot 

Stacking crates in the boot of your car can be a lifesaver. They make things more compact, and you can load them up with your supplies so that everything is together and packed away neatly. They stop things from moving around in the boot, and you can even use them as tables or seating when you get there. 

Remember Under the Seats 

You have space under the front seats and in the footwells of the passenger seats in the car. Use them as much as possible to maximise space and keep things tucked away. It’s actually the best place to store bulky items. 

Stuff Your Pillow Cases 

You can use your pillows to store clothes and other items to save space. Fill the pillowcases as much as possible and use them for your spare shirts, socks, and underwear. It’s so much easier, and you don’t have to lug a suitcase around. 

Bedding is Comfortable Seating 

You can spread duvets and blankets over the back seat of the car. They make the seats more comfortable and save space. Just remember to leave room to buckle your seatbelt. 

How to Prepare Your Car for Festivals and Holidays

Before you head out, you need to ensure your car is up to scratch and everything is in order. It ensures you and your passengers are safe, and you’re also on top of your car’s health. 

Check Tyres and Fluids 

Make sure your tyres are pumped up and ready to go and that the oil and windscreen wash is topped up. These are basic things you should keep an eye on anyway, but they are even more important when you’re about to go on a long journey. 

Tidy the Inside 

Make sure the interior is clean. It’s not just because it’s nicer for everyone to sit in, it’s also because it saves space and means you have more room for packing. You’re going to need as much space as possible for your vacation. 

Grab the Emergency Kit 

You need your vehicle emergency kit for every journey, big or small. This should include your tyre-changing gear, a first aid kit, torches, snacks, and plenty of water. It’s important because you never know when you’re going to break down or something will happen.

Things to Remember Before and When You’re Driving

When you’re on the road, there are a few things you should remember while you’re driving to ensure you have a safe and smooth journey. 

Check the Route 

Plan the route before you drive so that you know where you’re going and you have an idea of the general direction. It will make you feel more confident, and it also means you’ll be less distracted by the sat nav because you already know roughly where you’re going.

Wear the Right Shoes 

You can’t wear wellies or sandals to drive. It’s not safe, and it’s actually against the law. Wear comfortable shoes that are suitable for driving so that you’re still being sensible. If your feet slip while you’re driving, it can spell disaster for everyone. 

Water and Snacks 

Always keep water and snacks in the car. It’s good if you break down, but it also means everyone can stay fed and hydrated on long car journeys. It’s one of those essentials you need before you drive. 

Educating Your Passengers 

We know that it can be exciting being on the road for the first time together. However, young people are more at risk than any other age group for fatal or serious accidents. Preventing that starts with your passengers and teaching them how to behave in the car. You can have fun without dangerous distractions and too much movement and noise.