We heavily rely on cars to take us on long trips and to get us to and from work. Unfortunately, cars often will break down. When that does happen, it is best to be prepared with a car emergency kit.
Why get a car emergency kit
You may have OnStar or AAA, but you never know when or where your car might break down. You could be required to wait or not have cell phone reception. An emergency car kit will prepare you for whatever you need if anything happens.
Part one of what to include in your emergency kit
The first things you should include in your car emergency kit are mechanical tools. This is the gear you can use to fix the car — or just about anything else mechanical — in a pinch. Included in these tools are:
* Jumper cables
* Oil – at least three quarts
* Antifreeze (make sure it’s the right type for your car)
* A set of fuses
* A set of screwdrivers or a multiple-bit screwdriver
* A multi-tool that has pliers, a pocketknife and wire-cutters
* Adjustable wrench or a set of wrenches
* One roll of duct tape
* Emergency tire inflator, such as Fix-A-Flat, and a pressure gauge
* Heavy-duty tow rope
* Jack and spare tire
Including in your emergency kit part two
You may face other problems that you could run into on the road. There are items to include to keep everyone in the car safe as well. These include:
* First aid kit
* Sleeping bag or blanket
* Flashlight and batteries
* Roll of toilet paper, paper towels or both
* Pen and a notepad
* Get granola bars on energy bars
* Make sure you have a gallon of water
* Get some roadside flares
* Have a large tarp
Relatively little space is taken up by a well packed car emergency kit, although it may seem like a lot of gear to pack. This can be stored simply in your trunk or under your seats. There will be a time where you are glad to have made this emergency kit.
