2025 Travel & Road Trip Apps (with EV Support)

Posted on by wanderlab
04
Sep

Trip Planning & Booking

  • Skyscanner – Flights, hotels, and car rentals with AI-powered recommendations and fare alerts.

  • Hopper – Predicts best times to book with price-freezing features for flexibility.

 Itinerary & Route Planning

  • TripIt – Organizes your flights, hotel bookings, and activities into one neat timeline.

  • Wanderlog – Create daily road trip itineraries, map your route, split expenses, and collaborate with friends.

  • WanderPlan AI – Personalized travel plans using your preferences and time frame.

Navigation & Maps

  • Google Maps – Real-time traffic, offline maps, EV charging filter, and AI trip layers.

  • Waze – Community-based driving app with police alerts, hazard warnings, and route suggestions.

  • Roadtrippers – Discover scenic stops, attractions, and quirky detours across the US and Canada.

  • OsmAnd – Full offline navigation with voice directions and custom route layers.

EV Charging Apps (for Electric Car Travelers)

  • PlugShare – Find charging stations worldwide with real-user reviews and availability.

  • ChargeMap – Especially popular in Europe. Filter by connector type, payment, and real-time availability.

  • A Better Routeplanner (ABRP) – Tailors long-distance EV routes based on car model, battery level, and weather.

  • Electrify America / Ionity – Country-specific fast-charging networks (US / EU) with station status and pricing.

  • Tesla App – Essential if you’re driving a Tesla, offering route planning and Supercharger integration.

 Budget & Currency Tools

  • Wise – Real-time currency conversion with fee-free international transfers.

  • Revolut – Multi-currency wallet with spending insights, travel insurance, and airport lounge access.

Fuel & Charging Prices

  • GasBuddy – Find the cheapest gas stations (US & Canada) and save with rewards.

  • ChargePoint – Includes both real-time charger availability and pricing at major stations (US-heavy).

  • Tollsmart – Calculate toll costs in advance, whether gas or electric vehicle.

Language & Communication

  • Google Translate – Instantly translate menus, signs, and conversations with camera and voice tools.

  • Duolingo – Learn key local phrases before and during your trip with gamified lessons.

  • Pocket – Save travel blogs, tips, or offline content to read later.

Connectivity & Safety

  • WiFi Map – Locate free WiFi hotspots with user ratings and password sharing.

  • Prey Anti-Theft – Protect your devices with location tracking and remote control in case of theft.

  • VPN by Nord or Surfshark – Secure your browsing on public WiFi networks.

Nature & Outdoor Add-ons

  • AllTrails – Hiking, walking, and cycling trail maps with difficulty ratings and reviews.

  • Komoot – Great for cycling tours, e-bike trails, and off-the-grid hikes.

  • iOverlander – For campers and van lifers, shows camp spots, dump stations, and water refill

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