Road trip essentials

June 23, 2024

Summer is road trip season, which means it’s time to make your ride road-ready. This list isn’t exhaust-ive, but it’s a good start!

Toss empty snack wrappers into a leakproof car trash can, on sale for $9.99.
Don’t throw your purse on the ground. Hang it on this hook, which goes on the back of a headrest. It’s 41% off now, at $7.66.
This smartphone charger keeps your phone in place for navigation with a sturdy mount, and it’s 57% off.
Air sanitizers get the lingering greasy burger or smoke smell out of a rental car. Grab a pack for 11% off.
Every vehicle needs jumper cables, an LED headlamp and a tire pressure gauge. You’ll be set with this kit, now 15% off.

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Tags: car, charger, phone, road trip, sale, smartphones, trip

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