Article by Hennessy Jaguar Atlanta - Jun 22, 2022
A summer vacation is an great way to see new places, make lifelong memories, and spend quality time with family or friends. With that said, even the most dedicated driver can begin to feel antsy after several hours in the car. That's why it's important to have a few great games for the drive! Car games for road trips can range from the classics like I-Spy to more modern digital options like downloading a Road Trip trivia app. Road trips are back on the rise in popularity, with a survey from The Vacationer suggesting that around 80 percent of Americans will be taking a road trip this summer. If you are part of that 80 percent, from Hennessy Jaguar Atlanta to you, here are eight essential road trip games to play this summer:

1. Road Trip Bingo
Road trip bingo is a staple car game amazing for very long summer road trips with the family.

The first player to complete a row, column, or diagonal wins. The goal is to spot objects or landmarks on the side of the road and mark them off on a 4x4 grid bingo card (we suggest creating your own or downloading and printing one out.)

If you're looking for a creative family vacation activity, give this one a try! Road trip bingo is a fun way to pass the time, keep everyone entertained, and teach kids about different states and landmarks.

2. Road Trip Scavenger Hunt
This game is similar to Road Trip Bingo, but players collect items they find along the way instead of marking off items on a card. Holding a road trip scavenger hunt is a creative way to pass the time on a long summer road trip.  

For example, you could look for a red car, an old truck, or a license plate from your home state. To make the game more challenging, consider adding a time limit or making it about other vehicles on the road. Get a head start by purchasing a vehicle from your local Hennessy Jaguar Atlanta that matches the scavenger hunt description.

When you're planning your next road trip, be sure to add this excellent game to your list of activities. Road trip scavenger hunts are a great way to keep everyone entertained and help make the journey feel like part of the adventure.

3. I Spy
As amazing as a road trip can be, the summer vacation can become endless and monotonous, especially for the kids. I-Spy is a timeless game, excellent for keeping little ones entertained.

The first person to guess correctly earns a point. For example, you might see a blue SUV and say, "I spy with my little eye something blue." One of the best parts about this game is that there isn't a set number of players needed! The goal is to spot objects along the road and call them out.

When you're on the road this summer, keep your eyes peeled for exciting things along the way; you never know what you might find. I-Spy is an interactive way for kids and adults to learn about and engage with their surroundings.

4. Road Trip Trivia
This vacation game tests your trivia knowledge of the places you're visiting on your summer trip (or about popular summer road trip destinations in general.)

Per the old-fashioned method, players ask and answer questions about the history, culture, and geography of whatever area they're currently traveling through or to. Players can ask general vacation trivia questions as well.

If you're looking for a source of some solid road trip trivia, here are a few of our favorites:

5. License Plate Game
There are a few variations of this game, but the basic rules are always the same: spot license plates from as many states as possible during your road trip. The game can be played individually or in teams, and it's a great way to stay alert and focused during a very long drive.

To make it more challenging, you can try to spot plates from all 50 states or set a time limit and see how many you can find in an hour. Not only is the License Plate Game a fun way to pass the time, but it's also a outstanding way to teach kids about geography.

6. The Alphabet Game
This one is pretty straightforward.

Players attempt to spot objects (including other cars on the road) in alphabetical order. Take the letter B, for example. You might see a billboard, a bumper sticker, or a Buick.

As you go through the letters, you can point out different features of the objects you see and talk about how they work. The Alphabet Game is an engaging way to teach kids about different vehicles and their uses, passing the time productively on a long vacation.

7. Would You Rather?
One of the all-time best road trip games is "Would You Rather?" The game is simple: one person poses a hypothetical question with two choices, and everyone else in the car votes on which they would choose.For example, "Would you rather drive cross-country in a minivan or a convertible?"

For instance, you might be surprised to find out that most people in the car would rather drive manual over automatic or prefer a road vacation over flying. It's also a creative way to learn more about your travel companions. This game is excellent for when you're looking to start some lively debates.

While we do love Would You Rather as a summer vacation game, it also applies when purchasing a vehicle. Be sure to narrow down the absolute must-haves from the generic wants (Would you rather have a third-row of seating or more storage capacity?). Once you're ready to start test driving, visit any of our Hennessy Automobile Companies stores.

8. Hennessy Auto Challenge
This last game comes straight from Hennessy to you!

The goal of Hennessy Auto Challenge is simple; players take turns choosing a vehicle from our personalized list of cars for everyone to spot on the road. The first player to spot that vehicle wins a point, and the first player to 10 points wins. But it wouldn't be a proper challenge without having a bonus vehicle would it? Spot the ultra-rare Ford F-250 and add 3 points to your tally!

    Vehicle List:

  • Lexus GX460
  • Buick Encore
  • Lincoln Navigator
  • Honda CRV
  • Ford F-250 (3 points)
  • Jaguar F-Type
  • Mazda Miata
  • Land Rover Range Rover Velar
  • Porsche 911
  • Cadillac Escalade
  • GMC Yukon

Essentially, think of our road trip game as I Spy-meets-scavenger-hunting. If you're looking for a good, educational, and unique game to play on your next vacation, look no further than Hennessy Auto Challenge!

Need a Recap?
Car ride games are the amazing source of entertainment to pass time on a very long journey. By now, you should have the best of the best up your sleeve. To recap, our top eight road trip games include:

  • The Alphabet Game
  • Road Trip Bingo
  • Road Trip Trivia
  • Hennessy Auto Challenge
  • I Spy
  • Road Trip Scavenger Hunt
  • License Plate Game
  • Would You Rather?

Whatever your preference, there's sure to be a game that's ideal for you and your family. After all, what's a summer vacation without a little friendly competition? At Hennessy Jaguar Atlanta, we truly believe in treating our customers like family. If you are looking for a Jaguar to take on your journey, you can schedule a test drive today. From our family to yours, safe travels this summer!

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