Vocabulary
A piece of equipment used to connect a trailer to a vehicle
What is a trailer hitch?
This chemical used for air conditioning can affect the ozone layer when not properly disposed.
What is CFC-12 (Freon)?
Saves time, fuel, and money while also causing less pollution.
What is planning?
a system that can calculate your exact location anywhere on Earth.
What is Global Positioning System (GPS)
usually equipped with beds, bathrooms, and kitchens
What is a Recreational Vehicle (RV)?
Large vehicle such as a motor home, a trailer, or a camper on a pickup truck, used mainly for vacations and extended travel
What is a Recreational Vehicle (RV)?
Chemicals that deplete the ozone layer and reduce Earth's natural defenses against the sun's UV rays.
What is a car producing exhaust?
Reduce Engine Load, Turn Engine Off, Use Less Air Conditioning, and Slow Down
What are good driving habits?
Drive during the day, eat light, maintain focus on driving
What are safety tips for long-distance driving?
safety chain, turn signals, brake lights, drivetrain
What is Pre-Departure Equipment Check
A computer-based tool for recognizing and storing information about malfunctions
What is an On-Board Diagnostic (OBD)?
Large single source of air pollution and accounts for roughly 25% of total energy used in US
What is transportation?
tire pressure, level of coolant, windshield-washer fluid level
What is a routine check?
Affects fuel efficiency and vehicle performance
What is added weight?
Low gear going up and down steep hills, Make wide and slow turns, Increase following distance
What are towing techniques?
A list of cities, roads, or other places of interest on a map, with alphanumeric coordinates for finding them
What is an index?
Inflate tires properly and repair vehicles properly.
What are ways drivers can help?
Routine Check, Write Down Directions, Have the Passenger assist, Check Local Weather and Traffic Reports
What is the planning process?
Considering the number of miles you’ll be traveling (daily), roadways, construction zones, weather and overnight accommodations.
What is planning a long-distance trip?
Remembering your size and four second following distance
Chart that explains the marking and symbols used on a map
What is a legend?
Chemicals from car exhaust that deplete the ozone layer, vehicle fluids seeping into the ground killing wildlife and polluting water sources.
What are environmental concerns?
Is this trip needed? Do I have enough time?
What are two questions to ask yourself before a short trip?
Familiarizing yourself with the vehicle to ensure a safe trip.
What is preparation of your vehicle?
Rental truck or camping trailer
What is a special vehicle?