Our friends at Consumer Reports recently released a list of their top tips to save on your next road trip this summer. While the list includes some of the usual suspects like “ drive the speed limit to save on gas”. They did mention a few Smart Cookie Approved apps and websites that can help to keep your trip organized and help to save you money on the road. Two things that are definitly important when Smart Cookies hit the road!
Map it
Use one of these free online road-trip planners to build a custom map and itinerary: AAA TripTik ,Yahoo Trip Planner, or Rand McNally TripMaker Planning Tool .
Get smart
Smart-phone applications can be useful on the road. Some are free; others have a fee or subscription cost, which might be bundled into your monthly charge for data services. Navigation apps, like those from Navigon and TomTom, let your phone function like a stand-alone GPS. Aloqua, Urbanspoon, and Yelp find nearby attractions and restaurants in your price range. GasBuddy shows you where to find the cheapest gas; Gas Cubby and greenMeter track your gas mileage. The Weather Channel and WeatherBug alert you to severe weather conditions.
If you’re hitting the road, don’t forget your snacks and don’t forget to read these other top tricks for savings money while traveling.
Happy Travels!
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