How to be prepared for a roadside emergency
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Lauren Fix
The Car Coach, Automotive Expert
Do you keep an emergency kit in your car in case of roadside trouble? Lauren Fix, The Car Doctor, shows what tools and practical items every driver should have before hitting the road.
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How to be prepared for a roadside emergency
- The first item you will need is a container or a bag to carry roadside emergency supplies. You can also buy a pre-assembled roadside emergency kit.
- To jump start a dead car battery, you will need jumper cables or a jump start charger unit.
- Instead of a flare, Lauren Fix recommends a battery operated LED light source. Unlike a flare, it is water resistant and attaches directly to your vehicle.
- In the event of a flat tire, it is good to have a tire inflator/sealant, such as Fix a Flat™. If you have a truck or SUV, make sure to have two cans of tire inflator, as SUV tires are larger than car tires.
- Pack a pair of gloves to protect your hands when pumping gas, adding washer fluid or checking tire pressure, etc.
- You will need a digital tire pressure gauge to check your tire pressure.
- Make sure to pack a first aid kit with bandages, antiseptic and wound ointment.
- For roadside emergencies that occur at night, you will need a flashlight. Make sure to pack an extra set of batteries for the flashlight.
- Your car never breaks down when it's sunny and beautiful outside, right? Make sure to pack a rain poncho to stay dry in the rain.
- Pack one blanket, two hand warmers, and two feet warmers for every person who rides in the car.
- Supplies such as a bungie cord, rip ties, and a small tool kit can come in very handy.
- Pack an extra set of windshield wiper blades so you can always see where you are going.
- If you live or are traveling in a cold climate, make sure to carry an ice scraper and de-icing washer fluid.
- In the event that you have to wait a while for a roadside emergency crew to come to your rescue, it's very smart to have protein bars or raisins and nuts on hand.
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