With so many ways to keep yourself entertained en-route to your destination, you might even stop asking 'are we there yet?' In Los Angeles, where I live, a trip across town can quickly turn into a long car ride depending on the time of day, so having these apps at your fingertips can also save your sanity during your rush hour commute. If you're the passenger and the driver doesn't mind, you can still marathon your favorite shows - and if you like listening to interviews there are apps for that too. For bookworms, the only thing better than reading your favorite book is having the author read it to you. If you like to be told a story, there are plenty of apps that play podcasts to keep you on the edge of your seat with some serious drama. While you might start your trip with an iTunes playlist, after a few hours of signing alone to Adele, you're probably going to be ready to give your vocal cords a rest. And with voice guidance and Haptic Feedback on Apple Watch, you can stay even more focused on the path ahead. 4 Maps will let you know if there’s a steep incline along your way, if you need to carry your bike up stairs, or if there’s a safer, easier route that avoids busy roads. These apps to download for long car rides can help you pass the time so your journey is just as fun as arriving at your destination. Keep rolling with cycling directions that include an elevation profile of your route. Summer is synonymous with road trips, and you're going to need something to keep yourself occupied during those long hours on the road.
