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Copilot112 · 02-09-2017, 07:37 AM

I will be pulling a 16' car hauler behind
My 40' Newmar making it easier to use truck stops for fuel and overnights. Is their an app that shows those locations
throughout the US?

69Stang · 02-09-2017, 07:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Owgster

I will be pulling a 16' car hauler behind
My 40' Newmar making it easier to use truck stops for fuel and overnights. Is their an app that shows those locations
throughout the US?

Love's and Pilot/Flying J (MyPilot) both have apps.

RV Parky shows most truck stops along with other things like Cracker Barrel, Wal-Mart's, campgrounds, etc.

nctox · 02-09-2017, 08:00 AM

There is also an app called Truck Stops which can be useful.
Rest Stops is another app which I find very useful.

777 Driver · 02-09-2017, 08:05 AM

I've used this web based search: Find The Cheapest Truck Stop - TruckMaster Fuel Finder

Input your start point (a via, if desired) and your end point. The site returns a listing of truck stops along your route, including cost per gallon, distance from start point, distance off route, amenities available, etc. Each fuel stop contains a link to, among other fuel stop info, a google earth view of the fuel stop. Great for taking a look at the 'lay of the land' before you get there. I typically plan my next day's fuel stop the evening before departure.

Take care,
Stu

Indy Glenn · 02-09-2017, 08:06 AM

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Originally Posted by 69Stang

Love's and Pilot/Flying J (MyPilot) both have apps.

I use Pilot/Flying J web site when planning a trip

I use the Trip Planning Tool under the "Locations" tab.

It will tell you what the Truck Stop has, such as overnight parking spaces, restaurant, and price of fuel.

When I had a DP, I used the truck lanes exclusively, now that I have a gasser, I need help finding a station with RV Lanes........The Pilot/Flying J app or web site finds them for me......

Good luck,

g

parkerbill · 02-09-2017, 08:18 AM

In addition to those already mentioned, we rely heavily on the Allstays app.

Stealth01 · 02-09-2017, 10:58 AM

Allstays truck & travel!

TonyDi · 02-09-2017, 01:28 PM

If you have the book "Next Exit" it will list exits that have RV friendly fuel stops in them. In addition to Love's and Pilot/Flying J. There us also Travelcenters of America, T/A. They also seem to be everywhere. They all have location finders.

MTK46 · 02-09-2017, 01:52 PM

I use GasBuddy

0rion · 02-09-2017, 02:18 PM

I use trucker path on the phone....excellent app.

parkerbill · 02-09-2017, 02:18 PM

There is also an "IExit" app that might be useful.

SpaceNorman · 02-09-2017, 09:15 PM

Gas Buddy shows 'em all - it's relatively easy to identify the truck stops just by looking at the names. If you're adventurous - a quick look at satellite view will let you identify fueling spots that aren't the typical truck stop that have sufficient space for you as well.

Ray,IN · 02-09-2017, 10:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Owgster

I will be pulling a 16' car hauler behind
My 40' Newmar making it easier to use truck stops for fuel and overnights. Is their an app that shows those locations
throughout the US?

Yes, there is an app specifically for truckers: Trucker Path is a free download from both Google Play and Itunes. It's like Google maps on steroids. Trucker Path has a long list of features seen on their website.

JohnH12 · 02-11-2017, 09:28 AM

All great apps.
I really like truckerpath because it'll give a decent idea about available parking at various rest areas and truck stops.
I also find that many of the Walmarts listed as no overnight stays will allow RV's. I use the Walmart app for locations and call in advance to check on overnights. Remember to write down the name of the person who says it's OK.