5 must-have apps for your next road trip

Google Maps

It is undoubtedly one of the essentials And it is that it has everything a driver can need: infinite number of addresses, streets, points of interest , establishments, gas stations and places to stop, but also the possibility of gguide us to that point using its included browser All this with options to continue working even when you don't have an Internet connection In addition, you must not lose sight of the information fromtraffic density that allows us to know if we will find traffic jams before reaching those sections.

The Google Maps application is free and is available at Google Play Store and App Store.

Waze

It is another of the applications that has managed to gain a foothold in the terminal of many drivers It has a collaborative philosophy that has allowed it to grow both in number of users and in content. And it is that the drivers themselves are the ones who warn of dangers on the road, traffic controls or any problem.Something that is automatically reflected during the journey of the rest of the users who are going to pass through that area. And the same goes for your maps and directions, which are up-to-date. The only problem is that requires a constant Internet connection, although it has other advantages such as sharing estimated time of arrival , search for gas stations along the way or receive speed camera alerts

Waze is completely free and is available for mobileAndroid and iOS.

Radardroid

It is a classic in the world of road speed cameras thanks to the constant updating of its databases Thus, it is able to notify fixed speed cameras and controls that are registered, with alerts audio and visual to be able to adjust the speed in time.A good tool to avoid fines. However, its free version prevents you from using this application in the background, being necessary to pay for its version Pro to be able to combine its efficiency with the utility of a navigator GPS, for example.

In this case, Radardroid is only available on Google Playfor free but limited. Its paid version costs six euros.

Gas Stations Spain

And knowing the roads and being guided by them avoiding fines is as important as knowing where the gas stations are so as not to stay thrown on the road. The good thing about this application is that it has updated data on fuel pricesAll this in a very comfortable way thanks to its color code and the data that indicates how much savingscan be achieved by refueling in one and not in another. In addition, the user can customize the application with the type of gasoline to find only what interests him most.

Gasolineras España is available for free forAndroid and iOS.

Drivemode

Although it is punishable by law, there are times when manipulating your mobile phone while driving seems almost essential. That is why there are developers who create new ways to interact with this device without using your hands. With this application it is possible to listen to and answer WhatsApp, SMS and Telegram messages that the user receives without touching the mobile screen.In addition, simplifies operation so you can toggle between navigation or listen to music with large buttons that prevent you from having to take your eyes off the road. But we remember that the use of mobile phones while driving is prohibited and punishable in Spain

The application Drivemode can be downloaded free fromGoogle Play Store.