Jun 14, 2024 • 8 min read
I've spent 300 hours on road trips across the US. Here are 8 things I always pack for a long-haul drive.
28.05.2024 - 19:09 / insider.com
Americans are tired of flying.
According to a recent study by Advance Auto Parts, 70% of the US population is more likely to take road trips this year than last to avoid air travel stress.
Another recent study by the Vacationer found that 196 million Americans plan to drive to their destinations this summer.
When it comes to American road trips, I'm no newbie. From the Southwest to the Northeast, I've traveled more than 20,000 miles to destinations around the US.
When it comes to packing up the car, I've certainly made some mistakes. I've forgotten important items and longed for essentials that I didn't even think of.
But 300 hours and more than a dozen trips later, I think I've mastered the art of packing for a road trip. Here are the things I'll always bring with me, no matter the destination.
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