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Tire changing supplies
- A spare tire, in good condition, along with a tire jack and tire iron, are probably the most important items in your car. If you've got these essentials, then you've got everything you need to change a tire should one go flat.
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First aid kit
- You never know when you're going to need a first aid kit, and when that time comes you'll be happy to have one at hand.
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A car-adapted phone charger
- Keeping a charger in your car is a must. This way you can always have it plugged while you drive, making sure your battery is fully charged.
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Gas can
- Sure, you can walk to the nearest gas station when you run out of gas, but then imagine getting the gas back to your car. What a hassle! If you have room, get a gas can for your car.
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Notebook and pen
- A classic notebook and pen can come in real handy to jot down directions when you're lost, or leave your contact and insurance info after a minor fender bender.
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Reflective triangles
- You're already having a bad day, so make sure that drivers can see you when you're pulled off to the side. You don't want to get hit while parked, especially if it happens to be dark.
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Owner's manual
- Make sure you always keep the owner's manual in your glove compartment. You never know when it might come in handy.
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Paper towels
- Paper towels can come in real handy when you need quick cleanup options. Imagine an emergency toilet break, or needing to wipe bugs off your windshield.
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Blanket
- You'll not regret keeping a blanket in your car. It warms you up on a cool night, and it's a great picnic blanket for those summer outings.
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Reusable tote bags
- Keeping reusable tote bags in your car is super convenient. Especially for those impromptu grocery store trips. Plus, you'll be doing the environment a favor.
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Comfortable walking shoes
- For anyone who wears heels, throw a pair of sneakers into your car trunk, just in case you have to hike somewhere for help.
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Jumper cable
- A dead battery can take you by surprise, so make sure you got a jumper cable in the car. You could also pack an emergency battery booster, just in case.
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Duct tape
- From temporary auto repair to roadside first aid, duct tape is great for many things. It's a no-brainer to keep a roll in your car.
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Emergency food
- If you accidentally travel off the beaten path, it's a good idea to keep a few non-perishable, melt-proof, calorie-dense food items in the car. Energy bars, granola bars, and dried fruit are great options.
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Printed maps
- Thick clouds, tall buildings, and mountains can all block a GPS signal, and your battery isn't going to last forever. Get some printed maps in the back seat in case technology fails you.
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Flashlight or mini-lantern
- Ever tried to change a tire in the dark? Or lost a small item under the seat? Your flashlight will save the day, so keep one at all times in your glove compartment.
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A pair of work gloves
- Save your hands while you're wrestling with tire irons and hot engine parts. You're better off not touching these parts with bare hands.
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Tire pressure gauge
- A tire pressure gauge is great, as it will show you when you've added enough air to your tires. And while there are digital models on the market, a non-digital one is better, as it won't run out of battery.
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Tire sealant
- A shot of tire sealant can patch a leaky tire on the go. You can find it cheap at any shop where they sell stuff for cars, or online.
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Multi-tool
- A multi-tool is one of the most practical items you can have. It covers your bases on the most common stuff, and it's more space-efficient than any bulky toolbox.
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Windshield wiper fluid
- There's nothing worse than driving and getting your windows splashed with road slush, only to discover that you're out of wiper fluid. Get some backup ready!
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Snow shovel
- If you live somewhere where it snows, a shovel can come in handy on many occasions. You never know when you have to dig yourself out of your parking spot.
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Umbrella
- There's nothing worse than getting caught in the rain unexpectedly. For your own comfort and convenience, keep an umbrella at all times in your car.
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23 / 31 Fotos
Fire extinguisher
- Heaven forbid your engine ever catches fire. But for safety reasons, get a small, portable fire extinguisher. You can find plenty of cheap options on the market.
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Bucket
- Buckets can be used for several situations, such as to collect rain water or to be used as a temporary garbage can. It's an indispensable car item.
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Water bottles
- A couple of bottles of water can literally save your life when you're stranded and facing dehydration. Make sure the bottles can withstand both extreme heat and freezing conditions.
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Weather radio
- Imagine your phone is out of service, and your car radio is static, plus there's an incoming storm. At this moment, you need to pull out your weather radio. You'll be guaranteed to get the latest weather information and national security updates.
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Space blanket
- A space blanket can be of aid for several emergency situations. It can be used to keep warm in cold weather, to create sun shade when hot, and to catch rain for water supply.
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A solar phone charger
- If you're often on camping trips, dying batteries is a constant reality. But a solar phone charger can be a lifesaver in any emergency.
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Ice scraper and snow brush
- Other items for people who suffer through snowy winters are an ice scraper and a snow brush. You can't go anywhere with frost covering your windows! Sources: (Lifehacker) (CarBuzz)
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Tire changing supplies
- A spare tire, in good condition, along with a tire jack and tire iron, are probably the most important items in your car. If you've got these essentials, then you've got everything you need to change a tire should one go flat.
© Shutterstock
1 / 31 Fotos
First aid kit
- You never know when you're going to need a first aid kit, and when that time comes you'll be happy to have one at hand.
© Shutterstock
2 / 31 Fotos
A car-adapted phone charger
- Keeping a charger in your car is a must. This way you can always have it plugged while you drive, making sure your battery is fully charged.
© Shutterstock
3 / 31 Fotos
Gas can
- Sure, you can walk to the nearest gas station when you run out of gas, but then imagine getting the gas back to your car. What a hassle! If you have room, get a gas can for your car.
© Shutterstock
4 / 31 Fotos
Notebook and pen
- A classic notebook and pen can come in real handy to jot down directions when you're lost, or leave your contact and insurance info after a minor fender bender.
© Shutterstock
5 / 31 Fotos
Reflective triangles
- You're already having a bad day, so make sure that drivers can see you when you're pulled off to the side. You don't want to get hit while parked, especially if it happens to be dark.
© Shutterstock
6 / 31 Fotos
Owner's manual
- Make sure you always keep the owner's manual in your glove compartment. You never know when it might come in handy.
© Shutterstock
7 / 31 Fotos
Paper towels
- Paper towels can come in real handy when you need quick cleanup options. Imagine an emergency toilet break, or needing to wipe bugs off your windshield.
© Shutterstock
8 / 31 Fotos
Blanket
- You'll not regret keeping a blanket in your car. It warms you up on a cool night, and it's a great picnic blanket for those summer outings.
© Shutterstock
9 / 31 Fotos
Reusable tote bags
- Keeping reusable tote bags in your car is super convenient. Especially for those impromptu grocery store trips. Plus, you'll be doing the environment a favor.
© Shutterstock
10 / 31 Fotos
Comfortable walking shoes
- For anyone who wears heels, throw a pair of sneakers into your car trunk, just in case you have to hike somewhere for help.
© Shutterstock
11 / 31 Fotos
Jumper cable
- A dead battery can take you by surprise, so make sure you got a jumper cable in the car. You could also pack an emergency battery booster, just in case.
© Shutterstock
12 / 31 Fotos
Duct tape
- From temporary auto repair to roadside first aid, duct tape is great for many things. It's a no-brainer to keep a roll in your car.
© Shutterstock
13 / 31 Fotos
Emergency food
- If you accidentally travel off the beaten path, it's a good idea to keep a few non-perishable, melt-proof, calorie-dense food items in the car. Energy bars, granola bars, and dried fruit are great options.
© Shutterstock
14 / 31 Fotos
Printed maps
- Thick clouds, tall buildings, and mountains can all block a GPS signal, and your battery isn't going to last forever. Get some printed maps in the back seat in case technology fails you.
© Shutterstock
15 / 31 Fotos
Flashlight or mini-lantern
- Ever tried to change a tire in the dark? Or lost a small item under the seat? Your flashlight will save the day, so keep one at all times in your glove compartment.
© Shutterstock
16 / 31 Fotos
A pair of work gloves
- Save your hands while you're wrestling with tire irons and hot engine parts. You're better off not touching these parts with bare hands.
© Shutterstock
17 / 31 Fotos
Tire pressure gauge
- A tire pressure gauge is great, as it will show you when you've added enough air to your tires. And while there are digital models on the market, a non-digital one is better, as it won't run out of battery.
© Shutterstock
18 / 31 Fotos
Tire sealant
- A shot of tire sealant can patch a leaky tire on the go. You can find it cheap at any shop where they sell stuff for cars, or online.
© Shutterstock
19 / 31 Fotos
Multi-tool
- A multi-tool is one of the most practical items you can have. It covers your bases on the most common stuff, and it's more space-efficient than any bulky toolbox.
© Shutterstock
20 / 31 Fotos
Windshield wiper fluid
- There's nothing worse than driving and getting your windows splashed with road slush, only to discover that you're out of wiper fluid. Get some backup ready!
© Shutterstock
21 / 31 Fotos
Snow shovel
- If you live somewhere where it snows, a shovel can come in handy on many occasions. You never know when you have to dig yourself out of your parking spot.
© Shutterstock
22 / 31 Fotos
Umbrella
- There's nothing worse than getting caught in the rain unexpectedly. For your own comfort and convenience, keep an umbrella at all times in your car.
© Shutterstock
23 / 31 Fotos
Fire extinguisher
- Heaven forbid your engine ever catches fire. But for safety reasons, get a small, portable fire extinguisher. You can find plenty of cheap options on the market.
© Shutterstock
24 / 31 Fotos
Bucket
- Buckets can be used for several situations, such as to collect rain water or to be used as a temporary garbage can. It's an indispensable car item.
© Shutterstock
25 / 31 Fotos
Water bottles
- A couple of bottles of water can literally save your life when you're stranded and facing dehydration. Make sure the bottles can withstand both extreme heat and freezing conditions.
© Shutterstock
26 / 31 Fotos
Weather radio
- Imagine your phone is out of service, and your car radio is static, plus there's an incoming storm. At this moment, you need to pull out your weather radio. You'll be guaranteed to get the latest weather information and national security updates.
© Shutterstock
27 / 31 Fotos
Space blanket
- A space blanket can be of aid for several emergency situations. It can be used to keep warm in cold weather, to create sun shade when hot, and to catch rain for water supply.
© Shutterstock
28 / 31 Fotos
A solar phone charger
- If you're often on camping trips, dying batteries is a constant reality. But a solar phone charger can be a lifesaver in any emergency.
© Shutterstock
29 / 31 Fotos
Ice scraper and snow brush
- Other items for people who suffer through snowy winters are an ice scraper and a snow brush. You can't go anywhere with frost covering your windows! Sources: (Lifehacker) (CarBuzz)
© Shutterstock
30 / 31 Fotos
Essential items you should always keep in your car
These can be a big help in times of need
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Some of us keep absolutely nothing in the back of our trunks, while others keep enough items to live in their car for weeks! The bottom line is, if you were stranded and your car broke down, would you have everything you need?
From a first aid kit to a flashlight and a blanket, these are all items that could help you in a time of need. For the complete list of essential items, check out this gallery. Click on!
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