Will Congress thwart the great American road trip?

This summer, millions of Americans will use their cars for something other than the school-run or work commute. They’ll venture far from home, exploring the beauty of the great American outdoors and creating special memories with family and friends (fighting over playlists and snacks aside). 

There’s nothing quite like the excitement of the open road. Surveys suggest that 75 percent of American adults plan to take a road trip this summer, including 85 percent of Americans ages 45 to 60.