We're not advocating imposing autobahn-like freedoms, but upping the speed limit to 70 mph on Interstate highways in Illinois and elsewhere hardly seems like a radical move.
The ultimate success of Roadtrippers depends on its mobile apps and although a companion app is a step in the right direction, it’ll need full trip planning capabilities to take off with today’s mobile travelers.
With 25 years experience tricking-out his own trailers, Michaels certainly has the expertise, but it remains to be seen if a man known for groupies and substance abuse can connect with the family-focused demo that is typically behind the wheel of RVs.
Food Network has figured out how to make its TV content relevant and fun for mobile users. The app encourages users to share their favorite stops on Facebook or custom build road trips based on themed shows.
Roadtrippers captures the allure of driving to a destination by recommending little-known local wonders, but they’ll need to create a mobile app before they make it onto any driver’s packing list.