Tips For Maintaining Your Expedition Vehicle

Exploring the world has never been easier than with an expedition vehicle. To keep your adventures and excursions going smoothly, it’s critical to regularly care for your vehicle. Much like a car or your home, expedition vehicles need to be cleaned and serviced. You’ll have to take the time to maintain your expedition vehicle to keep it in top shape so you never miss out on a fun-filled getaway.

Keep It Clean

One important task you’ll have to regularly do is clean your expedition vehicle. Consider it like an extension of your home. When the interior of your vehicle is fully customized, you’ll want to treat it with care. And, because expedition vehicles are smaller living quarters, a clean space can help the interior feel more organized and less cluttered. Keep your upholstery and flooring clean and free of spills to prevent unsightly stains. We recommend a regular cleaning schedule while on the road, and a deep cleaning session at the end of every adventure. 

Get It Serviced Regularly

Just like your family vehicle, your expedition vehicle will need routine service. You may even put more miles on it than the car you drive to work, so it will need love and care to keep the engine running smoothly. Keeping it in top shape will ensure that you have it for many long trips in the future.

Additionally, no vehicle can travel well without an excellent set of tires. This is especially true when taking your adventure vehicle along different terrains. You’ll want to ensure the tread on your tires stays appropriate for the type of travel you plan to do. Also, don’t forget to have your tires regularly rotated to preserve them as long as possible.

Have Your Electrical Work Looked At

If you’ve had electrical systems installed in your expedition vehicle, you may want to have your wiring periodically checked to ensure it is still in working order. You don’t want to get to your travel destination only to find that critical systems, like the refrigerator, don’t have power. 

Take your vehicle to someone specializing in expedition vans to have your system inspected and updated if necessary.

Store Your Vehicle Properly

When not in use, you need to store your vehicle properly. It should not be left at the mercy of the elements, as this could cause damage to any exterior modifications you have made. Additionally, if you live in a cold area, your water heater could become damaged. Whether you have a Sprinter or a Mercedes Benz Unimog, you’ll need to ensure you store your vehicle properly.

You’ll also need to take precautions to protect your battery if you’re storing the vehicle for more than six months. Then, before you take the expedition vehicle out for a trip, you’ll need to do a thorough inspection to ensure all fluids are where they need to be and the battery is in working order.

Rely On A Company With An Excellent History

If you’re looking for the ideal getaway vehicle, Acme Overland has extensive experience in creating the perfect adventure vans and trucks. We’ll help you design the perfect setup for your family. Visit our website today for more information.