What to take with you on a car trip?

Car traveling is not only a comfortable and fast way to get around. It is a fascinating journey to see hidden gems of the country that you have not seen before.

However, for a car ride to be comfortable and safe, preliminary preparation is required. We've compiled a list of 37 essential things to take with you on your car trip.

Don't forget to look around and enjoy your car journey.

Road trip packing list

Docs

We don't want to sound boring, but the first thing to worry about when you are going on a long road trip is docs. You must necessarily have:

• driver's license,
• technical passport,
• insurance policy,
• passport (citizen of Ukraine or international passport in case of traveling abroad),
• birth certificate for children under 16 years old.

Tools 

A road trip can be a surprise. Prepare for a ride and think about your safety. Unfortunately, the road is not always perfect, and even new cars can break down. Make sure you have the minimum set of tools in your trunk:

• pump,
• jack,
• set of wrenches,
• pliers,
• balloon wrench,
• towing cable,
• glass washer fluid,
• spare wheel,
• fire extinguisher,
• warning triangle,
• distilled water in case of problems with the cooling system.

Personal hygiene items

Make sure you have all the necessary personal hygiene products in your car. Traveling by car should be comfortable. We recommend putting in the glove compartment:

• antiseptic,
• wet wipes,
• paper towels,
• protective masks,
• hygienic lipstick,
• hairbrush,
• diaper if you are traveling with a small child,
• decorative cosmetics if necessary.

Snack

If you plan a road trip by car, it is better to take care of food, especially if you are traveling with children. We advise you to stock up on healthy foods for the trip, such as carrots, apples, nuts, and crackers. In no case don’t take quickly perishable food with you.

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Water

Get enough water for your car trip. You will need it to quench your thirst and, if necessary, wash your hands, fruits, or other technical needs.

Gum

Yes, it didn't seem to you. You may need gum not only to keep your breath fresh on the road but also to keep you from getting seasick on the road.

Vitamin C

Throw vitamin C into your glove compartment. In a pandemic, taking care of your health has become a necessity. Vitamin C is a great way to support your immune system and overall health on a long trip. It is easy to store and carry. Besides, vitamin C is tasty and suitable for both children and adults.

First aid kit

You should always have a first aid kit in your car. Make sure that, in addition to the standard set, your first-aid kit contains pills for headaches, drugs for motion sickness, pain relievers, adsorbents.

Entertainment on the road

Keeping kids entertained on a 5-6 hour trip can be challenging. Therefore, take care of this in advance. Take with you a tablet with cartoons and educational games for older children and toys and rattles for the smallest.

If you are eating with an adult company, you can make the most of your time. Come up with some fun travel games, create a playlist that everyone will love, or download a fun podcast.

Sunglasses

Never mind the weather, make sure you have sunglasses in your glove compartment. On a long car trip, the weather can change on different road sections, so you should be comfortable driving in all weather conditions.

Charger

Today everyone has a smartphone with them. Also, on a long journey, you can take other intelligent devices, such as a camera, camera, tablet, etc. Ensure that you always have chargers at hand for all devices because it is difficult for a modern person to remain unconnected for a long time.

Headphones

When traveling by car, you may need headphones. You can give them to children to watch cartoons and do not distract you from the road.

Travel pillow

When making a list of things to do on your road trip, take a travel pillow with you. It is especially important to have such a pillow when traveling by car with children. A long-lasting pillow can be tiring, so back seat passengers can take a nap.

We recommend opting for inflatable models. They are easy to transport, they are comfortable enough, and do not take up extra space in the trunk.

Plaid

This accessory can be handy if you are traveling with children. If you have an air conditioner in your car, you can cover your child to prevent him from catching a cold. Whether You can also use it as a privacy screen when sleeping in your vehicle.

Thermos

We recommend brewing hot coffee or tea in a thermos on a long journey by car. Plus, at gas stations and in stores, can you fill a thermos with coffee instead of disposable glasses?

Flashlight

It's important to have a flashlight in your car for nighttime adventures and emergencies. You never know what might happen on the road!

Shopping list for the road trip

We have prepared a small list of things and products that you must not forget to buy on the road by car.

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