Store these items in your car at all times.
If you get a flat tire, your car battery died, or severe weather forces you off the road, will you be prepared? You may already keep essentials such as your owner's manual and proof of insurance in your car, but what else should you have on hand?
First Aid Kit
You can buy a prepackaged kit or assemble your own. Be sure to include bandages in multiple sizes, gauze, pain relievers, allergy medicine, hand sanitizer, and cotton swabs. To be even more prepared, consider packing a thermometer, blankets, battery-powered radio, and any medications you and your family may need.
Water
Whether you store a case of water bottles or a few jugs in your drink, water will do more help than just quench your thirst while on the road. Water can be used to clean oil from your clothes or pour into your radiator if your car overheats.
Flashlight (and Batteries)
You can use your cell phone as a light source, but you'll definitely want to preserve your battery in the state of emergency. A heavy duty, waterproof flashlight will allow you to take a look under the hood and make a nighttime car emergency less scary. Ensure you have extra batteries on hand, too.
Warm Clothing
Keeping blankets, sweatshirts, and other warm clothing in your trunk can be a lifesaver when the temperature drops and you're stuck in your car without a working heater.
Snacks
Store non-perishable snacks in your car (think granola bars, crackers, nuts, seeds, dried fruit) to eat while you wait out the disaster.
Spare Tire
Having a spare tire (and the knowledge of how to install it) is important for all drivers. If you do need to put the spare tire on, you'll need a jack, tire iron or wrench, and pipe.
Tool Kit
A basic tool kit can help you out of a range of emergencies. Store tire gauge, screwdrivers, pliers, oil, brake fluid, duct tape, antifreeze, and a pocket knife in your tool kit. For the cold winter months, you'll need an ice scraper and shovel.
Emergency Flares
To warn others of your broken down car or attract help to your location, flares come in usual in a number of situations.
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