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Best Road Trip Accessories

Check out these accessories from some of your favourite car brands and prepare for the ultimate road trip.

Best Road Trip Accessories

Amber Khan

Published: 22 July 2020

Updated: 12 February 2024

Read time: 5 minutes

Hitting the road on a family holiday or long weekend away is one of the most exciting parts of heading out on a long road trip, you want to make sure you’re fully equipped. Choosing the right road trip accessories can make your holiday, whether it’s a bike that allows you to go off the beaten track or a dash cam for extra safety.

To make your next road trip as fun [and safe] as it can be, you’re going to need a few trusty companions. We’ve rounded some of the must-haves for your British road trip.

Budget Accessories

These accessories won’t break the bank and will help make your road trip even more enjoyable.

Audi - Backpack

Price: £22

This stylish Audi backpack is more than meets the eye, with its detachable hip bag which can be fitted to the bottom of the rucksack. This is great for keeping items separate (liquids and electronics, for example) and reducing the size of your bag if you want to travel a little lighter.

Why we love it:

  • Good quality, durable design
  • Features a smaller hip bag for shorter strolls
  • A great size (12 litres) for packing a weekend’s worth of clothes

SEAT Dog Guards

Price: £19 - £69

SEAT makes it super easy for you to bring your furry friend along for the ride without surrendering your lovely clean car to a barrage of muddy paws. SEAT’s dog guard range includes protective linings to preserve your interior and harnesses to keep your curious puppy from roaming the cabin.

For smaller pets, you may want to opt for a carry case to help them settle whilst on busy roads. The pet transport bag features a mesh opening to let in plenty of air and make sure that your pet can keep its eyes on you for extra comfort.

Why we love it:

  • You can bring your pet along for the ride without worrying about making a mess
  • The harnesses are great for keeping your pets safe on the road
  • The stylish SEAT branding will have your furry friend looking very dapper

Great-Value Essentials

These must-haves will take your road trip to the next level and make sure you’re fully equipped to hit the road safely and with as much luggage as you need.

Volkswagen Child Seat

Price: from £375

Safety should always be number one and with this Volkswagen car seat, you can make sure you look after your little ones whilst on the road. This swanky looking car seat will keep your child snug with adjustable height and secure with a 5-point harness.

The soft padding and cushioned shoulder pads will have your young’un snoozing in no time.

Why we love it:

  • Super comfortable
  • Sturdy, durable build
  • Stylish & modern VW branding

Mercedes-Benz Trailer Coupling

Price: £558

This accessory is one of the less glamorous on this list but arguably the most practical. After all, what carries more luggage than a whole trailer or caravan? This stainless-steel coupling will allow you to head out on your road trip with your family caravan or luggage trailer for an exciting holiday.

With this official Mercedes-Benz trailer coupling, you can select the one which fits your specific model of Mercedes-Benz and even check compatibility via the website.

Why we love it:

  • Mercedes-Benz makes it easy to make sure you’re getting the right fit
  • Allows you to bring loads of extra luggage on your trip, such as all of your family's bikes
  • The high corrosion protection keeps the coupling brand-new, avoiding any rusty metal from cramping your style

Road Trip Luxuries

It’s time to treat yourself to the finer things in life. These luxurious buys will turn your road trip premium whilst offering some brilliant practical benefits.

Porsche x Garmin Epix Smartwatch

Price: from £895

For luxury lovers or performance enthusiasts alike, a smartwatch is one of the best accessories you can invest in and something that will be useful long after you’ve left the road. You’ll be able to track your steps, heart rate and even sleep pattern, making it the perfect companion to those who love to embrace the outdoors.

One of the most road trip-oriented features of this Porsche smartwatch is the built-in navigation and topographical maps, making it easier than ever to plan your route or head off the beaten track without fear of getting lost.

Why we love it:

  • The Porsche branding looks stunning on this digital timepiece (an essential for Porsche fanatics)
  • It’s great for stretching your legs on a hike after a long road trip - there are 60 outdoor activity profiles!
  • The silicone strap and clasp (emblazoned with the Porsche logo, of course) make for a really comfortable fit

Land Rover’s Explorer Pack

Price: £3,418

If you’re lucky enough to have already got your hands on a new Land Rover Defender, and you’re thinking about a road trip this summer, then you’re going to want to look into Land Rover’s Explorer Pack.

It includes add-ons like an expedition roof rack, exterior side-mounted gear carrier, raised air intake and other visual tweaks such as a bonnet decal. With the Explorer Pack added to your Defender, there’s not a lot that will stand in the way of a truly memorable summer road trip!

Why we love it:

  • Provides some brilliant additional off-roading features
  • It looks great - a seriously stylish upgrade
  • Loads of extra space to make use of (especially when you add a roof box)

Prepare For The Ultimate Road Trip With JCT600

This list of accessories will give you exactly what you need to have a great road trip, but nothing makes a long journey better than a comfortable motor. If you’re in need of more space for your family and extra luggage, why not upsize to a brand-new car that’s comfy and spacious?

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£249.71		 46 Monthly
payments of
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£20,000.00		 Term of
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48 months		 Customer deposit
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