I think that if you are a ham and you have a vehicle of some type then you should have a mobile radio station of some type. My mobile station is in my pickup truck and consists of two Motorola radios: a mobile for 2m and a portable for 70cm.
Motorola XPR4550 VHF
For 2m I’ve got the VHF version of the Motorola XPR4550 in my pickup truck. It is the 25W model. Like most commercial VHF radios it covers 136-174 MHz. It therefore makes a great 2m rig and it allows for other uses as well.
The quality and performance of Motorola radios are second to none. And the ability to organize channels into zones is great for anyone who travels. It is the best VHF radio I have ever used. Here’s the spec sheet for those that are curious:
Motorola XPR6550 UHF
For 70cm I have a Motorola XPR6550 on a nice dash mount made specifically for the truck and with a lapel mic. These have 4W transmitters.
The antenna is a fender-mounted Comet SBB5 of the NMO variety. Comet also made a fender mount bracket specifically for my truck that fits like a glove.
We like to camp in the Rocky Mountains and foothills in western Alberta which means we are often in areas where there is no cellular coverage. A good VHF radio is indispensable in its’ utility in such cases and beyond just the amateur radio service.