25 Packing Essentials For Your Summer Road Trip

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As summer draws ever closer, many of us are itching to get out and take a much-needed vacation. If you're planning to vacation somewhere in the Midwest (or even on the other side of the country), making it a road trip can be a great way to save money on travel and add a whole extra level of adventure to your excursion. If you're planning a road trip this summer, Hulett Chevrolet-Buick-GMC is here to help you out with this quick packing cheat sheet.

Road Trip Safety Reminders

 Road trips (like any form of travel) can be unpredictable. Hopefully you will make it to your destination without a hitch, but it is always best to prepared for the worst. If something happens to you while you're on the road, you will be solely responsible for taking care of yourself and your passengers until help arrives (if necessary). In addition to the items you pack for your specific destination, then, it is important to make sure these other safety essentials are on your packing list.
  1. First Aid kit
  2. Extra fluid for your vehicle - oil, brake fluid, wiper fluid, transmission oil, etc.
  3. Rag towels (both small and large)
  4. Non-perishable snacks
  5. Jumper cables
  6. Spare tire
  7. Drinking water
  8. Flashlight (and extra batteries)
  9. Cell phone charging block

Fun On The Road

While fun, road trips can also become rather tedious. Hours upon hours of time on the road can leave you feeling exhausted and drained if you don't have something to keep yourself and your passengers occupied. Here are a few items to pack to help keep you entertained as the miles pass.
  1. Music
  2. Books (or audio books)
  3. Camera
  4. Binoculars
  5. Puzzle books
  6. Drawing pad and pens/pencils
  7. Road trip games (like road trip bingo)
  8. Movies
  9. Journals

Road Trip Essentials

Packing the items on these two lists will help keep your passengers safe and entertained while traveling to your destination. However, they won't meet all of your needs by themselves; there are a few other essentials that should always be included on any road trip, no matter how far you're traveling.
  1. Napkins
  2. Trash bags
  3. GPS
  4. Cash
  5. Bottled water
  6. Jackets
  7. Cell phone charger

Happy Road Tripping!

These lists are not all-encompassing by any means, but they should ensure that you'll have the basic groundwork covered for your road trip. Feel free to add items to these lists as you see fit. 

If you are thinking about buying a new car at the Lake of the Ozarks before embarking on your next big trip, come check out our automotive dealership in Camdenton MO. With our great selection of both new and pre-owned inventory, we're sure to have something that meets your needs. We look forward to helping you find your dream car!

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