-  Your radio can warn of traffic tie-ups.
 -  It can provide weather and road information.
 -  Your radio can provide help fast in event of emergency or breakdown.
 -  You can get suggestions for good spots to eat and sleep.
 -  It makes long trips more interesting, and helps keep you awake.
 -  Your radio can provide direct contact with your office or home.
 -  You can communicate with other radio operators.
 -  It can provide "local information" to find your destination.
 -  You can help law enforcement officers by reporting drunk and reckless drivers.
 -  Your CB or 10-meter radio provides alternate means of communications, while not relying on external infrastructure. (eg. cell towers, power grid)
 
 
 
 
  
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