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Essential items that drivers should keep in their
vehicles, because a blown tire could turn into an overnight stay in a
desolate location. Staying safe on the road can be fun. These
space-conscious tools will give you peace of mind and save you time.
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1 Duct Tape
Duct tape is small and light so it's easy to keep in the trunk and can
save you in a bind for situations like keeping your muffler attached
temporarily.
Honestly, once you start carrying around duct tape you'll be surprised
at all the applications it has. Did someone knock off one of your side
mirrors? Duct tape will work as a temporary fix until you can get it
repaired. Small tear in your upholstery? Seal it up with duct tape ASAP
to keep it from growing larger. |
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2 Fire Extinguisher
In an accident a fire extinguisher can help put out a small fire and
prevent disaster. Having one of these in your car can seriously be a
lifesaver; keep an eye on the expiration date and make sure the one you
have is in working order.
Having this in your car can make you a hero in a lot of situations. If a
kitchen fire breaks out at a friend's house and they don't have a fire
extinguisher, you can run out to the car and grab yours. Seriously, the
world would be so much safer if everyone went around with fire
extinguishers in their trunks. |
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3 WD-40
This popular lubricant can come in handy in a pinch, helping to loosen a
bolt when changing a tire or doing just about any work on your car. It's
also great for removing gunk and gum that may have gotten stuck to your
car.
Let's face it, you probably have a can of WD-40 somewhere in your house
already, right? You may as well just keep the can in your car; it's
small, lightweight, and can be a real lifesaver in an emergency
situation. |
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4 Blankets
It's good to have a blanket to stay warm and comfortable in your car.
This is especially important if you live in an area where it gets very
cold during the Winter time; you never know when you might get stranded
and have to spend the night in a broken-down car with no heater.
Even in non-emergency situation blankets can come in handy. Forgot to
bring a jacket on a camping trip? Wrap yourself up in a blanket to stay
warm. Friend wants to bring his muddy dog into your car? Put a blanket
down on the seat to save your upholstery. |
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5 Owner's Manual
This of course should be in the glove compartment, but just in case it's
not, here's a reminder! The owner's manual can offer useful information
about tasks such as changing a tire.
Keeping the owner's manual in the car will save you a lot of headaches
down the road. This is particularly true when it comes to oil changes
and repairs. Without the manual you are going to drive yourself crazy
over little things like how to change the digital clock or set your
radio presets; if you are buying a used car make sure there is a manual
in the glovebox.
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6 Lug Wrench
If you get stuck with a flat tire in the middle of nowhere, your spare
tire is going to be pretty useless without a lug wrench. Changing a tire
is never fun but it's even less fun when you don't have a lug wrench and
you're coming up with all sorts of crazy ideas to get those lugs off.
Nothing else will work...trust us, we've tried.
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7 A Shovel
Your car could get stuck in all sorts of things such as snow and mud. A
shovel is a great tool to have in your car all year round as you can use
it to dig yourself out of a nasty situation.
It's better to have a 'spade' type shovel, one that is slightly sharp at
the end and not flat. Always be cautious when digging your tires out,
and never dig while someone is slamming on the gas, as this could lead
to a serious injury.
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8 Gas Can
Running out of gas is a lot like locking your keys in your car, you
don't think it's going to happen but then it does and it's embarrassing.
Keep a gas can with a few gallons of gas in it in your car at all times.
When you run out of gas in the middle of nowhere this could be your only
hope to make it to the next gas station.
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9 Extra Clothes
You never know when a car is going to come out of nowhere and just
splash a whole bunch of muddy water all over you. You could get messy
doing a whole bunch of other things as well so keep a change of clothes
in your car. Don't forget to pack a sweatshirt incase you get stranded
somewhere cold! |
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10 Food
It's always good to stash some food away in your car for those days that
you don't have time to stop and pick something up. If you become
stranded it could also save your life. Keep a few non perishable food
items that you don't have to cook in your car because they will last for
a long time and they will be there for you when you need them.
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