As many scores of drivers prepare to hit the road for Thanksgiving and holiday travel, a new survey conducted by Harris Poll reveals the issues that are stressing parents out the most. 1,063 United States Parents of children under 18 were surveyed, to explore the general state and mood of the American family holiday road trip. As traffic levels are going to be significantly boosted during the 2017 holidays, parents claimed that in-car technologies can improve the driving experience by making the long hours quite a bit more bearable.
New options such as the Chevy Traverse can provide parents a means of peace and quiet, by having Wi-Fi and internet connectivity available, and bolstering it to the top of wish lists for road-trip ready options. Steve Majaros is the director of marketing for Chevy, and he claimed adamantly that “As families prepare to hit the road this holiday to spend time with friends and family, they can depend on crossovers like the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse and Equinox to meet their needs”. Its the extras like more USB outlets, ample storage space, and available 4G LTE with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility that make what was once deemed a cramped space a place for kids to be entertained, and pass the time in complete comfort while on the road.
In many ways, the new traveling vehicle is the family dinner table, where you can create firm bonds as well as create memories that last a lifetime. 93 percent of American families still say that they enjoy road trips with their family, and we were glad to see these results. It's just the extra additives that you will love to have along for the ride that will make it stand out: 56 percent of parents claim that having Wi-FI drastically helps their trips become more enjoyable. It was also discovered that nearly 3 in 10 parents who take family road trips who do not have Wi-Fi in their car say that they would be more likely to take longer trips if they did.
Chevy was the first automaker to offer 4G LTE Wi-Fi on its cars, and since 2015, has offered Android Auto and Apple CarPlay as features in most of its lineup, ultimately helping families stay as connected as possible. Right here at the Powerhouse, many customers walk onto the lot and desperately ask us “How can we make sure that our kids are occupied on long trips??” Along with available safety features such as the Lane Change Alert, and Side Blind Zone Alert, there are many high-tech tools you can use to keep your loved ones safe and connected during long journeys. You can also get a close look at features such as Low-Speed Automatic Braking, Rear Seat Reminder, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, and Rear Park Assist: The new Traverse has multiple ways to elevate the moods of bored young travelers, and keep you looking forward to all of the delicious Turkey and Pie your traveling hearts desire!
