14 items you should have in your car emergency kit
A vehicle breakdown tends to happen at the most unpredictable and inconvenient times. It can happen at the end of your driveway, during peak hour traffic or a remote area. Even if you have roadside assistance, it is important to have an emergency kit that can help you survive until assistance comes. Here are 14 items that you should consider leaving in your car emergency kit, just in case you ever need it one day.
1. Charged phone
2. First-aid kit
3. Three reflective warning triangles
4. Tire gauge
5. Foam tire sealant
6. Jumper cables
7. Flashlight and batteries
8. Gloves
9. Duct tape
10. Multipurpose utility tool (e.g. Swiss army knife)
11. Water
12. Non-perishable snacks
13. Warm blanket
14. Fire extinguisher
You should also make sure that no one ever takes out the tools that came with the car, such as the jack or your spare tyre.
What items do you keep in your car emergency kit? Let us know in the comments below.
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