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DALLAS, Texas – With Thanksgiving travel quickly approaching, transportation officials across North Texas are reminding drivers to prepare vehicles now for winter weather and the busy holiday rush. From Dallas to Amarillo, motorists are being urged to complete safety checks and pack essential supplies before colder air and potential ice return later this month.
According to the Texas Department of Transportation, early November is the best time to check tire tread, test batteries, replace wiper blades, and top off antifreeze. Drivers should also keep a winter emergency kit in each vehicle — including a blanket, flashlight, jumper cables, bottled water, snacks, and traction materials such as sand or kitty litter…