Every Vehicle Will Need Auto Emergency Kits

By Eric Holm


Auto emergency kits are an essential tool for any vehicle. Emergencies happen when we least expect them - and the best way to avoid being stranded for long periods of time on a deserted road is to be equipped with an auto emergency kit.

The kit should include tools for car repairs as well as essentials such as a first aid kit, a blanket or an emergency solar blanket, water, and food. Granola or energy bars are the perfect food for roadside emergencies. The first aid kit should contain basics such as gauze, bandages, adhesive tape, antibiotic ointment, scissors, instant ice pack, instant heat compress, and aspirin or other pain reliever.

Emergency flare, flashlights with extra batteries, paper and pens are good things to include in your kit. The necessary equipment to change a tire is also important. Vehicle jacks, spare tire, lug wrench and a tire pressure gauge is needed. A tire pump or a can of air may also be important. You may be able to inflate a tire to get it to the nearest service station for repair. You may also want to include the can of air that has a sealant in it that can repair small holes.

Because all roadside emergencies are not caused by tires, auto emergency kits should contain tools that allow basic repairs to be done on the vehicle. These should include flat head and Phillips screwdrivers, vise grips, adjustable wrench, pliers, pocketknife, or a multipurpose tool containing many tools in one. Other items that can come in handy during a roadside emergency include oil, antifreeze, windshield washer fluid, rags or paper towels, duct tape, and an ice scraper.

Everybody has buys lives lately which requires a lot of travel. It can include a long drive to work or a long drive going on vacation. No matter what trip you are heading out for, it is important to be prepared. It can make it easier on you and make it a shorter time that you are going to be stranded. It is also important that you are prepared to use these tools if needed. They will not be any help to you if you do not know how to use them. It is important to think of your safety first when you will be traveling.




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