Car Etiquette at the Drive-In
If you can help it, turn off your car completely during the movie. The sound of your engine is distracting. That means you need to dress according to the weather. When you drive in, staff will present you with a wireless speaker box. You place this on your dashboard.
Tips for a Great Drive-In Experience
- Arrive early.
- Bring Portable Power Sources.
- Download the Drive-In Radio App.
- Always apply the parking brake when stationary in an automatic car.
Drive-In Technology
Most drive-in movie theaters use FM radio to play the sound. In addition to the strategies described in the prior article, certain procedures based on your car’s keyless or keyed ignition system can assist you in keeping the radio on throughout a drive-in movie night.
- Turning The Radio On In A Keyless Car
- Disconnect anything that may be draining power, like subwoofers or amplifiers.
- Bring a portable radio to get the movie sound and turn your car off completely.
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Keeping Your Car Battery Alive at the Drive-In
To prevent your car battery from dying at the drive-in:
- Turn off all accessories that may drain the battery.
- Drive your car for at least 15-20 minutes before arriving to charge the battery.
- Set your car radio to the drive-in’s FM channel and only keep the ignition in accessory mode.
- Avoid using daytime running lights.
- Dress appropriately for the weather and consider bringing a portable radio.
- Check with staff for assistance with car restarts if needed.