Memorial Day weekend signifies the start of the summer vacation season for travelers around the nation. Many of these eager vacationers are ready to return to the famous Jersey Shore despite the unknown state of some areas in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. 

A poll from AAA Clubs of New Jersey found the majority of travelers will return to the Jersey Shore, even as rebuilding efforts continue. People from New Jersey and parts of Pennsylvania widely consider themselves to be regular visitors to the shore, often taking road trips to spend a day or even weeks at one of the coast's beach homes. 

"We are very happy to announce that 79 percent of shore travelers are saying that Sandy did not alter their travel plans," AAA Mid-Atlantic spokeswoman Tracy Noble told WCBS News. "They are going to be traveling to the Jersey Shore as usual. We found that 71 percent of respondents believe that the Jersey Shore will be open for summer travelers, with 75 percent of those folks believing that the ocean and bay water will be safe for swimming and boating, which is a big relief to the Jersey Shore communities." 

As vacationers pack up their cars to head down the shore, they'll want to make sure their car is ready to handle the rigors of a road trip. The Total Car Care Center at New Jersey State Auto Auction can help drivers address any issues their vehicle may have. If you want your automobile to get a tune up before your summer vacation rolls around, the garage may be just the thing to meet all of your auto needs.