The Boy Scouts motto applies to us all: Be prepared. When you’re talking about road safety, you can’t be prepared enough. But with a few simple tools stored away in your glove compartment or trunk, you’ll be as ready as you can be to face just about any situation you might encounter on the road. Read on for some ideas on how to pack the ultimate roadside emergency kit.
Emergency Kit Basics
No one can plan for every emergency, but you can do your best to have a variety of items on hand that you might need in an emergency situation. If space is limited, you can get by with just the basics: a well-stocked first-aid kit, a flashlight with extra batteries, a multipurpose tool, jumper cables, road flares, and bottled water. If, however, you want to cover as many bases as possible, you’ll want a more comprehensive collection of items. Of course, you can include any other things you think might come in handy, but here are our suggestions:
- All tools needed for changing a tire
- A fire extinguisher
- Rags
- Rain ponchos
- Drinking water and non-perishable snacks
- A tarp
- Duct tape
- A cell phone charger so you can call for help when needed
- Cash for gas in case you need to fill up in the middle of a power outage
- A clean, empty, refillable gasoline jug
Think outside the (emergency) box, too – a book or two, a deck of playing cards, or coloring books for kids will serve to pass the time if you’re stranded for a while until help arrives. Cat litter provides good traction in case you find yourself in a slippery situation. A small battery-powered fan can help you stay cool, and likewise, blankets will keep you warm in cold weather.
Packing Your Kit
Put all of your necessary supplies into a sturdy plastic container with a lid, and tape a list of the contents to the top so you’ll know at a glance what you have on hand. Replace items that get used up or might expire. Keep the kit in your trunk and you’ll be ready for pretty much any roadside emergency.
Lee Nissan
Sometimes the unexpected can be a positive thing. Take, for example, the unexpected savings on new Nissans and used vehicles at Lee Nissan in Fort Walton Beach, FL. Our convenient dealership is fully stocked with all the new Nissan models you already love, and we also carry an ever-changing array of high-quality pre-owned vehicles – all with everyday low prices as well as fantastic special offers and incentives. Visit Lee Nissan today and find your ultimate new vehicle at an incredible bargain!
Disclaimer: The stock image is being used for illustrative purposes only, and it is not a direct representation of the business, recipe, or activity listed. Any person depicted in the stock image is a model.