The packing list is checked, the snacks are loaded into the back seat, and the family is finally on the highway when the sky goes completely dark. It takes only a single second of hydroplaning in a sudden summer downpour to realize that tire tread is the only thing keeping a chaotic road trip from turning into a safety crisis. Managing a busy household involves many moving parts, and keeping a vehicle reliable is the easiest way to maintain total control in a tight schedule.
