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When your kids leave the house, you may find there are a lot of changes that happen. In addition to having extra room in your home, you may now also have additional room in your car. If you're looking to switch to a car that has a more appropriate amount of space, check out these vehicles. more Chevrolet Camaro If you're ready for a smaller vehicle than your previous one, the Camaro is a great choice. This coupe has just enough room for you and your spouse, plus some extra luggage for a weekend getaway. You can also use the backseat for when your kids come home to visit for the weekend. The car is small but powerful, with a V-6 engine that has 323 horsepower and can be upgraded to a V-8 engine with 426 horsepower. You'll love cruising around on the freeway in the Camaro. Jeep Wrangler If you want an adventurous vehicle, check out the Jeep Wrangler. This is the perfect time to go exploring now that your kids are out of the house and the Wrangler makes this easy to do. You can get it with either two doors or four doors, as well as four-wheel drive. This means you can go on a variety of terrain without worrying about getting stuck. The Jeep's moderate size also means you'll be able to go places that larger SUVs can't get to. The 3.6-liter engine has 285 horsepower and there are plenty of upgrades you can get. This includes a navigation system, heated seats, a 6.5-inch touch screen, leather upholstery, and automatic climate control. Nissan LEAF Fuel-efficient vehicles have become increasingly popular over the years, but the truth is they aren't best for larger families, as they tend to be small. However, now that your children are out of the house, it's the perfect time to finally switch to a car that's eco-friendly. The Nissan LEAF is an excellent choice when you only have a few people that need to get around.  The vehicle can go over 80 miles on just electric power in addition to a variety of available equipment. This includes a heated steering wheel, a navigation system to guide you to where you need to go, and a unique app that connects your smartphone to the car. MINI Cooper If you're looking for a fun car to drive, you can't beat the MINI Cooper. You can get this in multiple forms, including a convertible, roadster, hatchback, coupe, or Clubman. There's a large area for cargo, which is surprising for a mid-size vehicle. This means you'll have no reason not to randomly pack up and go on the road for a few days to explore. If you've been stuck driving a minivan for years, you'll also love the styling of this car to make you feel more like yourself and less like a parent. You'll love this new chapter in your life, especially with a new vehicle to match it. Whether you get the adventurous Jeep Wrangler or the eco-friendly Nissan LEAF, you'll love exploring life as an empty nester. Image via Flickr by planetc1 CC by SA 2.0

What makes a good road trip-worthy car? Spacious seating, excellent gas mileage, and plenty of room to store your gear — for starters. You'll want an infotainment system to keep passengers entertained, as well as navigation to keep you on the right path. As warmer weather approaches, it's time to start thinking about hitting the highway. We've picked out our four favorite new vehicles that make a great road trip car. Let's have a look. more 2019 Chrysler 300 When it comes to a big, comfortable car, nothing beats the Chrysler 300. With an interior that rivals luxury sedans and a ride that feels like floating, keep sailing down the highway in this palatial car. Its spacious trunk touts 16.3 cubic-feet. That's enough for five pieces of luggage and a cooler for on-the-go snacks. While it won't top the charts for the most fuel-efficient sedan, earning 30 mpg highway, it makes up for it with cruising style. 2019 Mazda CX-9 If your next road trip requires tons of seating capacity, put the three-row Mazda CX-9 on your short list. Among all the crossovers on the lot, it stands out thanks to its powerful acceleration. This SUV touts a premium cabin with added sound-deadening insulation for those long hours on the road. It's an alluring pick for families with its ample supply of entertainment and safety equipment. New for 2019, you'll get your CX-9 with an improved suspension and ride quality, plus available Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with the Mazda Connect infotainment system. It can even tow up to  3,500 pounds when equipped with the V-6, or opt for some of the best-in-class fuel economy ratings of 28 mpg highway with the CX-9's four-cylinder. 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee While the 2019 Grand Cherokee offers outstanding off-roading chops, it's also perfectly happy cruising down the highway, too. This classic SUV offers plenty of traits that are well suited for road trips, such as an intuitive Uconnect infotainment system, and blind spot monitoring and rear cross traffic alert, now standard. It offers a lineup of potent engines, including a thrifty diesel option that earns an impressive 30 mpg highway. Fold down the new Grand Cherokee's rear seats and reveal 68.3 cubic feet of cargo room, and turn up your favorite playlist with a 19-speaker Harman Kardon sound system, plus both satellite and HD radio. 2019 Chevrolet Volt The Volt is an obvious choice for our list because of its hybrid technology. This car's range is 53 miles on strictly electricity or 420 miles when fully charged. That means you can go as far as 1,100 miles between fill-ups. The new Volt also comes with an available 7.2-kWh charger for quicker charging times. A top IIHS safety rating of "Superior" on front crash prevention provides added peace of mind, while the new Volt comes loaded with a rearview camera. The road trip is one of life's greatest adventures. Hop behind the wheel of your next brand new car and love the road you're on. Image via Chevrolet.com