Emergency Car Kit List

Keep the items listed below in a bag in your trunk. Ideally, we’d suggest keeping these items in a clear, plastic container so it’s easy to see and locate everything. You can buy a pre-packaged kit or create your own. 

Minimum Supplies

In an emergency, in addition to a full tank of gas and fresh antifreeze, the National Safety Council recommends having these with you at all times:

  Blankets, mittens, socks, and hats
  Ice scraper and snow brush
  Flashlight, plus extra batteries (or a hand-crank flashlight)
  Jumper cables
  First-aid kit (band-aids, adhesive tape, antiseptic wipes, gauze pads, antiseptic cream, medical wrap)
  Bottled water
  Multi-tool (such as a Leatherman multi-tool or a Swiss Army knife)
  Road flares or reflective warning triangles
  Windshield cleaner

Extra Supplies for Frigid Weather

Add the items below to your emergency kit for those in wintry, snowy areas. (If it’s balmy all winter where you live, be thankful that you don’t need all of this stuff!)

  A bag of sand to help with traction (or a bag of non-clumping cat litter)
  Collapsible or folding snow shovel
  Blanket
  Tire chains and tow strap
  Hand warmers
  Winter boots for longer trips
  Sleeping bag for longer trips

Other Essentials

  Small fire extinguisher (5-lb., Class B and Class C type) in case of a car fire
  Tire gauge to check the inflation pressure in all four tires and the spare tire
  Jack and lug wrench to change a tire
  Rags and hand cleaner (such as baby wipes)
  Duct tape
  Foam tire sealant for minor tire punctures
  Rain poncho
  Nonperishable high-energy foods: unsalted and canned nuts, granola bars, raisins and dried fruit, peanut butter, or hard candy.
  Battery– or hand-crank–powered radio
  Lighter and box of matches (in a waterproof container)
  Scissors and string or cord
  Spare change and cash
  Compass
  Paper maps

Most of the items needed to supply your emergency car kit can be found at Martens Reedsburg True Value Superstore at everyday Great Value pricing. Stop by today and get prepared for your next road trip!

In addition to the items listed above, keeping a cell phone on hand is highly advised. Ensure your phone is charged every time you get in the car, and keep a spare cell phone charger and a rechargeable battery pack in your emergency kit.










Article excerpt from: https://www.almanac.com/content/winter-car-emergency-kit