As nearly 39.4 million Americans prepare to hit the road for Memorial Day weekend, AAA is urging drivers to check their vehicles before traveling—or risk becoming one of the thousands stranded during one of the year’s busiest travel weekends.

According to AAA, this year’s domestic travel forecast is an increase of 1.4 million travelers compared to last year and sets a new Memorial Day weekend record. The previous record was set back in 2005 with 44 million people.

Roadside assistance officials are urging Americans to check their vehicles before traveling for Memorial Day weekend. The American Automobile Association says it responded to more than 356,000 roadside emergencies during the holiday weekend in 2024.