10 Amazon Products You Never Knew You Needed for Your Road Trip
May 22, 2017
A blow-up backseat air bed? A portable battery charger? Road trips are all about adventure and fun—so why not make comfort and convenience part of it as well? These Amazon products are a must-have for anyone who doesn’t see the need to compromise on comfort. Peruse the pleasures of online shopping and road trippin’ in style.
1. TIDE TO GO: Anyone who loves ketchup, coffee, or lipstick knows the power of a Tide to Go pen. Making messes and traveling seem to go hand in hand. Don’t ever leave the house without one of these bad boys, and you can wear white after Labor Day and on the road.
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2. PORTABLE BATTERY CHARGER: A dead car battery will be a thing of the past after you buy this portable battery jump starter. It can also charge your phone, tablet or other electronic devices you may have, so you’ll never be stranded (or without road trip entertainment).
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3. PORTABLE AIR MATTRESS: It’s no surprise that car rides can make us sleepy. Not only is this inflatable air bed for your car perfect for impromptu naps and camping, but it’s also an amazing invention for traveling with your pup. Enjoy the simple pleasures of snoozing in comfort in your own backseat.
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4. IN-CAR WIFI: For passengers: Couldn’t download your Netflix movies before you went off the grid? Emergency email from your boss while you’re on the road? If so, it’s key to have a reliable connection. Enter Zubie: an in-car GPS and WiFi hotspot supported by Verizon. This lil’ guy totally syncs up with your car and creates your in-car hotspot as soon as you start the engine.
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5. COMPRESSIBLE PILLOW: This compressible pillow will go great with your new inflatable backseat bed. It’s the perfect blend of comfort and efficiency. When rolled up, it measures a little bigger than the size of an iPad, but the foam quickly expands when it’s naptime—or whenever you just feel like curling up with one of the comforts of home.
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6. FIRST AID KIT: No one ever anticipates getting hurt on a road trip, but a first aid kit is an absolute necessity for being prepared and taking on the unexpected. This compact kit has everything you might need for minor medical issues and fits neatly in your dashboard dock.
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7. COFFEE MAKER: Want to enjoy your caffeine fix without making detours or spending extra money? This portable pourover coffee mug brews delicious coffee and keeps it warm for up to six hours. Yes, please. For espresso lovers, this hand-powered espresso machine means you’ll no longer have to scope out every coffee shop on the road to see if they make lattes. Enjoy your brew, ignite your energy, and continue exploring!
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8. LEAK-PROOF GARBAGE BAG: This leak-proof litterbag will keep your car clean and your trash under control. If you’re on a longer road trip, you’ll most likely accumulate garbage in between pit stops. This insulated, leak-proof, portable garbage bag can strap to the back of your seat and help keep the inevitable road trip messiness under control, at least until the next gas station stop.
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9. OUTDOOR BLANKET: Whether you’re picnicking at a scenic vista or just lounging in the backseat, this outdoor blanket is cute, comfy, and very portable—it even folds into a small tote complete with a handle. The best part? It has water-resistant backing on one side, and cozy fleece on the other.
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10. MEMORY FOAM SEAT CUSHION: Your back and buns deserve some love, too. Take your road trip experience to first class with this lumbar and tailbone support memory foam cushion, complete with cooling gel. Your lower back will thank you after a particularly long stint at the wheel.
Image courtesy of Amazon.com.
1. TIDE TO GO: Anyone who loves ketchup, coffee, or lipstick knows the power of a Tide to Go pen. Making messes and traveling seem to go hand in hand. Don’t ever leave the house without one of these bad boys, and you can wear white after Labor Day and on the road.
Image courtesy of redefiningdomestics.com.
2. PORTABLE BATTERY CHARGER: A dead car battery will be a thing of the past after you buy this portable battery jump starter. It can also charge your phone, tablet or other electronic devices you may have, so you’ll never be stranded (or without road trip entertainment).
Image courtesy of Amazon.com.
3. PORTABLE AIR MATTRESS: It’s no surprise that car rides can make us sleepy. Not only is this inflatable air bed for your car perfect for impromptu naps and camping, but it’s also an amazing invention for traveling with your pup. Enjoy the simple pleasures of snoozing in comfort in your own backseat.
Image courtesy of Amazon.com.
4. IN-CAR WIFI: For passengers: Couldn’t download your Netflix movies before you went off the grid? Emergency email from your boss while you’re on the road? If so, it’s key to have a reliable connection. Enter Zubie: an in-car GPS and WiFi hotspot supported by Verizon. This lil’ guy totally syncs up with your car and creates your in-car hotspot as soon as you start the engine.
Image courtesy of Zubie.com.
5. COMPRESSIBLE PILLOW: This compressible pillow will go great with your new inflatable backseat bed. It’s the perfect blend of comfort and efficiency. When rolled up, it measures a little bigger than the size of an iPad, but the foam quickly expands when it’s naptime—or whenever you just feel like curling up with one of the comforts of home.
Image courtesy of Amazon.com.
6. FIRST AID KIT: No one ever anticipates getting hurt on a road trip, but a first aid kit is an absolute necessity for being prepared and taking on the unexpected. This compact kit has everything you might need for minor medical issues and fits neatly in your dashboard dock.
Image courtesy of Amazon.com.
7. COFFEE MAKER: Want to enjoy your caffeine fix without making detours or spending extra money? This portable pourover coffee mug brews delicious coffee and keeps it warm for up to six hours. Yes, please. For espresso lovers, this hand-powered espresso machine means you’ll no longer have to scope out every coffee shop on the road to see if they make lattes. Enjoy your brew, ignite your energy, and continue exploring!
Image courtesy of Amazon.com.
8. LEAK-PROOF GARBAGE BAG: This leak-proof litterbag will keep your car clean and your trash under control. If you’re on a longer road trip, you’ll most likely accumulate garbage in between pit stops. This insulated, leak-proof, portable garbage bag can strap to the back of your seat and help keep the inevitable road trip messiness under control, at least until the next gas station stop.
Image courtesy of Amazon.com.
9. OUTDOOR BLANKET: Whether you’re picnicking at a scenic vista or just lounging in the backseat, this outdoor blanket is cute, comfy, and very portable—it even folds into a small tote complete with a handle. The best part? It has water-resistant backing on one side, and cozy fleece on the other.
Image courtesy of Amazon.com.
10. MEMORY FOAM SEAT CUSHION: Your back and buns deserve some love, too. Take your road trip experience to first class with this lumbar and tailbone support memory foam cushion, complete with cooling gel. Your lower back will thank you after a particularly long stint at the wheel.
Image courtesy of Amazon.com.