Kelley Blue Book Introduces the ‘Fork in the Road: Drive & Dine Guide’
The comprehensive guide helps drivers find the best car-friendly bites, making snacking on the go a breeze…
Kelley Blue Book, a Cox Automotive brand, is taking its vehicle expertise from the driver’s seat to the drive-through window with an all-new guide to finding the top vehicles and features to make dining on the go safer and more enjoyable, as well as the car-friendly bites that can be picked up along the way.
Backed by research from KBB experts, the “Fork in the Road: Drive & Dine Guide” features four individual categories including “On-The-Go Go-Tos,” “Co-Pilot Comfort,” “Detour Worthy” and “Custom Builds,” plus the best overall manufacturer/car category and restaurant “Kelley Combo” that highlights the top winners.
“Considering 1 in 5 meals are eaten in the car, Kelley Blue Book understands that drivers and their passengers are looking for convenient and safe ways to snack on the way to their destination,” officials note in a press release announcing the guidebook. “Certain car models have more streamlined designs to prevent spilling or perfectly house that favorite sauce container, or extra cupholders built in that allow drivers to focus on the road and trust that backseat diners are keeping things tidy.”
The winners of the cars and restaurants spotlighted in the “Fork in the Road: Drive & Dine Guide” were chosen based on a variety of criteria from experts and consumer research, KBB said. Vehicles were selected for offering the best features and gadgets that make dining in the car easier; restaurants for their national presence or regional appeal; and food items for being mess-free.
‘Eat in the Car’ List
The professionals at Kelley Blue Book tap their extensive knowledge of cars to identify the vehicles and features best fit for on the go snacking:
“Stopping for a quick bite on the go is an integral part of any memorable road trip, and it’s important to know which options can help everyone enjoy a snack while avoiding a mess or distractions,” said Brian Moody, executive editor for Kelley Blue Book. “The ‘Fork in the Road: Drive & Dine Guide’ helps consumers find the cars and vehicle features that keep their sauces safe, their leather seats protected, their drinks warm and their trip mess-free, to pair with the best grab-and-go snacks.”
