WOW- thanks everyone for such prompt replies. You all answered my question. with that, Im assuming tha the MOBILE version of GMRS radio that i could purchase to install in my car SHOULD have that capability?? What I'm really needing is a means of two-way communication while commuting from home to work (about 60miles) and be able to reach out to others on the road (info about traffice, weather,etc) as well as to home provided I have a 'base' unit .. Thanks again. I look forward to learning much in the GMRS world !!