To me, CB radio is still valid for the reasons mentioned. We usually travel with a another couple in their RV so we chatter along the way on the radio. No phone to dial or text to type while driving. Sometimes if a trucker is going our way he joins in the conversation making it interesting. Can't do that on a cell phone. AND, my CB has blue tooth so if I receive a phone call I can just key up and answer it. Since I am also a new General class Ham operator and switching from a pickup truck and toy hauler I also want to add ham radio to the mix in the future.