Road Trips

Guides readers through planning, packing, and navigating long-distance drives.

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Road Trips

Before You Pull Out of the Driveway: A Road Trip Readiness Checklist

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Cross-Country vs. Regional Road Trips: Scale, Expectations, and Preparation

By Cars & Driving Editorial Team · 5 min · May 19, 2025
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Mapping a Route You'll Actually Enjoy: Principles for Smarter Road Trip Navigation

By Cars & Driving Editorial Team · 7 min · Apr 11, 2025
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Overnight Driving: The Real Pros and Cons of Hitting the Road After Dark

By Cars & Driving Editorial Team · 6 min · Feb 14, 2026
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Packing the Car Without Losing Your Mind—or Your Luggage

By Cars & Driving Editorial Team · 7 min · Jan 17, 2024
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Road Trip Myths That Can Actually Make Your Drive Worse

By Cars & Driving Editorial Team · 6 min · Jul 23, 2025
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Road Trip Planning From Scratch: A Complete Walkthrough

By Cars & Driving Editorial Team · 8 min · Apr 1, 2025
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Scenic Routes vs. Highways: Choosing the Right Road for Your Trip

By Cars & Driving Editorial Team · 6 min · Nov 8, 2023
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Solo Road Trips vs. Group Road Trips: What Changes and What Doesn't

By Cars & Driving Editorial Team · 5 min · Jan 16, 2024
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Staying Comfortable on a Multi-Day Drive: What Actually Works

By Cars & Driving Editorial Team · 7 min · Jan 12, 2026
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The Anatomy of a Road Trip: What Makes a Long Drive Different from Any Other Journey

By Cars & Driving Editorial Team · 8 min · Apr 4, 2024
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Travelling With Kids on Long Drives: Managing Comfort, Safety, and Sanity

By Cars & Driving Editorial Team · 5 min · Aug 19, 2023
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Unexpected Detours, Breakdowns, and Weather: Handling What Goes Wrong on the Road

By Cars & Driving Editorial Team · 7 min · Mar 21, 2023
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What Every Road Trip Budget Should Account For (and Usually Doesn't)

By Cars & Driving Editorial Team · 5 min · Jan 17, 2025
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Why Long Drives Feel Exhausting Even When You're Just Sitting Still

By Cars & Driving Editorial Team · 7 min · May 29, 2025
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Your First Long-Distance Drive: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go

By Cars & Driving Editorial Team · 7 min · Nov 24, 2024

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