By: Julia Aidan
Submitted: 2009-12-22 04:39:56 | Word Count: 396
Most of us have experienced an automobile-related emergency. There are essentials that you should keep in your car to protect yourselves and your loved one(s) during such events. The following list includes recommended items for having in your car that may save you time and headache:
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1. First-Aid Kit
The kit should include a first aid guide; bandages; gauze; cold packs; antiseptic; cleanser; ointment packets; scissors; latex gloves.
2. Flashlight
A flashlight serves a dual purpose. It can be used as a light source. And, it can serve a handy weapon should you ever find yourself in a compromising situation. Make sure to get a heavy metal flashlight to keep in your car, in addition to spare batteries. Or, you can purchase a wind-up flashlight so that you won't have to worry about dead batteries.
3. Jumper Cables
Make sure you have jumper cables in the car for when you experience a dead battery.
4. Blanket
Use it to stay warm should you get stranded in the winter.
5. Auto Escape Tool
If your car is submerged in water, this tool is designed to break a window with a couple of blows. In addition, it has a sharp blade to cut through seatbelts.
6. Cell Phone Charger
Purchase a cell phone charger that works in a car lighter.
7. Maps
Purchase the most recent map. They are relatively inexpensive and can keep you from wasting gas if you are lost. Many cell phones come equipped with GPS features (Additional costs may apply).
8. Waterproof Matches
If you are forced to stay overnight in your car and have to make a campfire somewhere beside it, the last thing you want to worry about is how to start a fire.
9. Road Flares
Road flares will make yourself more visible to rescue personnel and other drivers if you are in need of help.
10. Disposable Camera
Purchase a disposable camera and store it in your glove box so that you can take photographic evidence if you are ever in an accident. Cell phone pictures may not provide enough clarity for photographic evidence.
