Winter Car Emergency Checklist

Every car should have a  good emergency kit  in it.


Here is a list of the things we think you should have on hand:

  • Small bag/bucket of sand, gravel or kitty litter
  • Small shovel
  • Extra mittens, gloves and hats
  • Flashlight (fresh batteries)
  • Road flares
  • Whistle
  • Blankets
  • First Aid Kit
  • Jumper cables
  • Rope
  • Cutting device (box cutter, pocket knife)
  • Duct tape
  • Gloves
  • Gallon of water (in a metal container, plastic can freeze and crack in the winter)
  • Basic tool kit (such as screwdrivers, wrenches and pliers)
  • Hand cleaner to get all the dirt/grease off that inevitably gets on you
  • Snack bars that do not go bad
  • Cell phone charger
  • Spare set of keys
  • Car chains or an  Auto Sock

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