Taking a Road Trip This Summer? 27 Essentials to Bring

Retevis RT38 Walkie Talkies ($21)

If you're driving with other cars, then walkie-talkies would be a smart purchase. There will be times when you drive through areas without cell phone service, so it's always good to have an alternative. It's also much easier to pick up the walkie talkie and start chatting with someone, rather than constantly redialing their number and waiting by your phone.