Auto Emergency Kit Share It is important to keep an emergency kit in your vehicle at all times. All Year Items Cell phone. This is probably the most important item in your kit. Flashlight with extra batteries Blankets and/or sleeping bags Lighter and waterproof matches Non-perishable food. Try to have items on hand, such as high-energy protein bars or a nut and raisin trail mix First Aid Kit Spare tire and tools to change a flat tire Jumper cables Warning devices, such as flares or reflective triangles Compass and atlas/map in case GPS is not available or working Necessary medication Plastic bag for sanitation Small tool kit that includes such items as pliers, wrench, screwdriver, pocket knife Extra quart of oil Emergency cash (about $20) Emergency contact list in the event that you are unable to provide that information Empty gas can Winter Items Ready.gov suggests the following items be included in your winter emergency kit: Shovel Windshield scraper and small broom Flashlight Battery powered radio and extra batteries Cell phone car charger Water (an empty coffee can and votive candles can be used for melting snow for water) Snack food Matches Extra hats, socks and mittens Blankets First aid kit with pocket knife Necessary medications Tow chain or rope/strap Road salt and sand or cat litter, which can be placed under your tires for better traction Booster cables Emergency flares Fluorescent distress flag Summer Items Engine coolant Sunscreen for body and lips Sunglasses and a hat Bottled water Plastic trash bags for wind protection Hand cleaner. Dishwashing liquid works well, as it contains a degreaser. Sources: Ready.gov http://www.geminicarcare.com http://www.smogcheck.ca.gov/ Tags Nonprofit & Human Service Religious Organization Small Business Vehicles & Drivers © 2024 GuideOne Insurance. GuideOne® is the registered trademark of the GuideOne Insurance Company. All rights reserved. This material is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to give specific legal or risk management advice, nor are any suggested checklists or action plans intended to include or address all possible risk management exposures or solutions. You are encouraged to retain your own expert consultants and legal advisors in order to develop a risk management plan specific to your own activities.