The Scenic Route: Take On The NC500

Are your ready to take on this epic adventure? Find out how you can follow our drivers on your way to completing The Scenic Route.

  • Complete our pre road trip checklist
  • Explore the map and follow the same route
  • Visit stunning locations
  • Take part in fun activities along the way

Watch the team complete the road trip on Youtube before preparing for your own.


Our pre road trip checklist

Before starting on any road trip you need to be prepared, and when we took on The Scenic Route we completed our own checklist. 

Here's what you should be looking out for:

  • Tyre pressures -  having incorrect tyre pressures affects your ability to brake properly and the handling of your vehicle while you're driving. Check your tyre pressures and use our Tyre Pressure Search Tool to find out what is best for your vehicle.
  • Tread depth - the legal minimum limit for tread depth is 1.6mm in the UK. you can measure this with the simple '20p test'. Take a look at our guide 'How to Check Tread Depth' for step-by step instruction.
  • Screenwash - this one seems simple but can actually be an MOT failure if not filled up! Additionally, when you travel The Scenic Route, your windscreen could encounter mud, dust or even bugs. Keep it filled and see clearly throughout your road trip. 
  • Oil level - Driving with low oil levels can cause damage to the components of your engine and decrease your engine's performance. It is good to regularly check your oil level, especially before long trips so that you can top up if needed.
  • Lights & indicators - Using your vehicle's lights and indicators isn't just about following the rules; it's a crucial way to see the road to communicate your intentions to other drivers. Check these are in working order before any long journey.

Download your own road trip checklist before you head out on The Scenic Route. 


Explore the map

The North Coast 500 is a well travelled route for car enthusiasts, road trippers or even a family holiday, so there are plenty of route out there. But if you are looking to take your electric vehicle then we have added our charging spots to the map. 


Visit plenty of stunning locations

Our team took to the road and experienced some truly incredible views along the way, with stunning coastal stretches and dramatic landscapes around every corner.


Activities

Jason, Jodie and Dan not only tested their driving skills, but they went head-to-head with a few activities during this epic adventure. They explored every location and even had a few friendly visitors! Here's just a few things you could do on your own scenic route.

Archery
Blacksheep Adventures
Boating
Dunrobin Castle




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