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.

Memorial Day travel is projected to beat a 20-year-old record high this year, according to AAA data released last week.The big picture: Americans' deep pessimism about the economy isn't deterring them from traveling to celebrate the unofficial start of summer.

Ohio road construction could also slow down your Memorial Day weekend drive. Here's what to know. Most people will drive over Memorial Day weekend, with 39.4 million people projected to travel by car, about one million more travelers compared to 2024. This could lead to experiencing heavy traffic and delays when on the road.