What are the Road Trip Car Essentials That You Need?

August 28th, 2024 by

Now that the fall leaves are on the horizon, it’s time to make a road trip car essentials guide so you won’t be counting cows. Trust us, that’s worse than counting sheep! And, at Toyota of N Charlotte, you know we’ve got you covered with a car road trip checklist that will mark off all of your needs and wants! Let’s get into it!

Your Guide to the Car Essentials for a Road Trip 

Before you hit the highway with all of your snacks, you’ve got to make sure you have the road trip car essentials packed. Below is what you should start with at Toyota of N Charlotte!

  • A spare tire kit (this means the spare tire and the jack)
  • A first aid kit for any boo-boo’s along the way
  • A flashlight, work gloves, and a small tool kit for any roadside repairs
  • Jumper cables if your car battery goes kaput
  • Charging cords for all of your devices and a portable charging bank (or multiple, you never know)
  • A paper map or road atlas
  • Extra blankets and pillows so everyone can get comfortable (you’ll thank us later)
  • A designated trash bin or bag to keep everything clean
  • A document holder with important paperwork like registration and car insurance
  • Baby wipes and paper towels for spills (this is where that trash can comes in handy)
  • Sunglasses and a sunshade (this will keep you cool and looking cool)
  • Cash money for any emergencies

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Road Trip Essentials That are a Must! 

Now that we’ve gone over the road trip car essentials at Toyota of N Charlotte, let’s get into keeping you even more comfy! At Toyota of N Charlotte, we’ve gathered the road trip essentials that are a must to stay cozy. Here’s what we suggest!

  • All headache and nausea medicine (you never know when car sickness will get the best of you)
  • Hand sanitizer and hand wipes
  • Water bottles and coffee mugs
  • All of the snacks and candy
  • A dashboard mount for your phone (this way you can drive without any distractions)
  • Toilet seat covers for sketchy toilets along the way
  • A car diffuser or air freshener to keep all odors at bay
  • A cargo area organizer to keep stray items from slamming into the backseat
  • A dirty laundry bag so you don’t have to repack dirty clothes with your clean ones (let’s keep things fresh)

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Car Road Trip Checklist for Kids and Pets 

Next, you will want a list of road trip car essentials for your kids and pets (if you have any). At Toyota of N Charlotte, we want you to feel safe! And, that’s what Toyota does best! Here’s what we recommend for your upcoming journey!

This One is For the Kids 

  • Tablet mount so your kiddos can watch movies and TV shows
  • A bag of toys, games, coloring supplies, and other activities to keep your kiddos entertained
  • Headphones for the whole car (except the driver)
  • A travel tray that sits over their lap and gives them a flat space to color, draw, read, or eat their food
  • Extra clothes in case of spills or accidents (this is a MUST)

Meow or Woof Woof! 

  • Seatbelt set-up traveling crate to keep your animals safe
  • Leashes
  • Water bowls and drinking water
  • Food bowls and food
  • Poop bags for rest stops
  • Treats, toys, or catnip
  • A seat cover to protect your seats and keep your car clean
  • Grooming wipes in case of spills or accidents
  • Cat backpack to walk outside safely with your baby

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Stop by Toyota of N Charlotte! 

Need to shop at Toyota of N Charlotte for your list of road trip car essentials? Stop by our dealership at 13429 Statesville Road. Take exit 23 off I-77 in Huntersville!

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