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Saltgrass Steak House Review (2026)
The service experience, however, included an unexpected server change and more attention to a loyalty program than we wanted.
2 days ago2 min read


Hawaiian Bros Island Grill Review (2026)
While the Honolulu Chicken delivered on flavor, the overall plate fell short of the quality we have come to expect from the chain.
5 days ago2 min read


Get Your Vehicle Ready for Winter Before the Weather Turns
The first freezing morning is a poor time to discover that your battery is weak, your tires are worn or your windshield washer fluid has frozen. Winter preparation should begin while you still have time to schedule repairs, replace supplies and deal with problems on your own terms. Whether your plans involve a cross-country road trip or a daily commute, giving your vehicle some attention before temperatures fall can help prevent an inconvenient and potentially dangerous break
Oct 225 min read


Hidden Costs of Taking a Road Trip
Most people planning a road trip calculate the obvious expenses: gasoline, lodging, and food. Unfortunately, those three categories only scratch the surface of what it actually costs to travel across the United States.
Oct 2112 min read


America Has a Driving Problem
From dangerous lane changes and excessive speeding to tailgating and road rage, America's highways are becoming an increasingly frustrating experience for responsible motorists.
Oct 159 min read


Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Review (2026)
Our visit to Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham was anything but impressive.
Oct 123 min read


Pay Up or Sit in Traffic? Tennessee’s Troubling I-24 Toll-Lane "Choice Lanes" Plan
We don't normally chime in on local transportation issues like this, but Road Tour travels through Tennessee extensively. We drive its interstates, visit its cities and businesses, and experience firsthand the congestion facing Middle Tennessee. This is an important issue, and it's one that deserves far more attention from Tennessee residents. The Tennessee Department of Transportation is moving forward with its I-24 Southeast “Choice Lanes” project between Nashville and I-84
Oct 36 min read


Kroger, This Is Unacceptable: Our Disgusting Hot Deli Fried Chicken
Sometimes you just don’t feel like cooking. That was us when we stopped at Kroger and decided to give their hot deli food a try.
Oct 13 min read


Why We No Longer Recommend Discount Tire
Unfortunately, after repeated disappointing experiences, we have reached the point where we can no longer recommend Discount Tire.
Sep 233 min read


Best U.S. Fall Color Regions
There is something uniquely American about hitting the road in autumn.
Sep 1912 min read


Panera Bread Is Pricing Itself Out of the Lunch Crowd
Panera Bread has a price problem, and at some point the company needs to ask whether it is becoming increasingly out of touch with the customers it is trying to attract.
Sep 103 min read


Why We’ve Had Enough of RaceTrac Gas Stations
Road Tour has repeatedly raised cleanliness concerns with RaceTrac, particularly involving a location in Indianapolis, Indiana, and we have reached the point where enough is enough.
Sep 46 min read
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