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As COVID-19 cases trend downward …
— Recommendations are independently chosen by Reviewed’s editors. Purchases you make through our links may earn us a commission. As COVID-19 cases trend downward and vaccines remain widely available, more Americans are packing their bags and getting ready for a summer of long-awaited travel. And if you’re one of the estimated 37 million people expected to travel 50 miles or more this weekend, the time to stock up on road trip essentials is now. Whether you’re the driver, the co-pilot, or the sleepy passenger in the backseat, you can benefit from a well-packed car with products to keep you entertained, hydrated, cozy and—most of all— safe on the road. We’ve got a list of 10 essentials you’ll want to have at the ready as you prep for your Memorial Day weekend travel or for the ultimate road trip later this summer. Need help finding products? Sign up for our weekly newsletter. It’s free and you can unsubscribe at any time. Distracted driving is extremely risky is the cause of an estimated 400,000 injuries in car crashes every year, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. To eliminate diversions—like looking down at your phone in your hand or lap to follow your phone’s navigation—keep your phone eye-level with a car mount. This device will allow you to glance at your device in a safer manner, but we’d still recommend asking your co-pilot to assist with navigation. Out of all the car phone holders we’ve tested, Reviewed recommends iOttie. Its suction stays in place on your windshield, allowing you to focus on the road instead of any texts or notifications. Making pit stops for bathroom breaks will always add time to your trip—especially on a busy holiday weekend. However, staying hydrated is essential when traveling. No one wants lukewarm water, so we recommend the Brita Stainless Steel Filtering Water Bottle, which not only keeps your water cold, but also filters out the taste and odor of chlorine.
