#14 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.
#13 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.
#12 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.
#11 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.
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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.
#10 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 glove box.
#9 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.
#8 A Shovel
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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.
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.
#7 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.
#6 Water
If you get stuck
somewhere or have to walk a far distance to get help you are going to get
thirsty so don't forget to pack some water. You might also need it for your
radiator or to clean your windshield.
In an emergency water will become a very important commodity, just in case you should have a gallon or more in the trunk of your car. It will weigh you down a bit, but it's definitely worth it.
#5 Jumper Cables
Leaving your car battery
on for long periods of time to use your radio or headlights can drain it very
quickly. Keep jumper cables in your car at all times. Not only will they help you restart
your car but they might even help you make a new friend! When you are stranded
on the side of the road at 3 AM and need a jump to get home, you will find out
who your true friends are . . .
#4 First Aid Kit
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Danger never takes a day
off so you can never be too prepared when it comes to first aid. Bandages,
antibiotics and other medicines will all come in handy at some point. Make sure you don't forget the aspirin
for when the annoying people you travel with give you a headache. This stuff
could also come in handy if you witness an accident on the road, you may be
able to help someone before the paramedics get there.
#3 Flashlight
Flashlights are
essential when traveling in an automobile. If you ever have to change a flat
tire on the side of the road in the middle of the night you will be happy that
you have on in your car.Unless you have some sort of superpower that allows you
to see in the dark, you will need one because we're assuming you don't have
superpowers...wait...do you?
#2 Money
Have you ever left your
wallet at home? This type of thing happens all the time. In an emergency you
might need some cash as well. Avoid
this dilemma by stashing a little bit of money away in your car and that way
leaving your wallet at home won't ever be a problem.
#1 Spare Tire
If you get a flat tire
and you don't have a spare...you won't be getting very far. It seems like
common sense but you wouldn't believe how many people drive around without a
spare tire. If you have some
extra cash to throw around, buy an actual tire to replace your undersized donut
and you will thank yourself later.
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