Here are 23 essential items to keep in your car for emergency purposes:
# Safety and First Aid
1. First aid kit
2. Reflective warning triangles or road flares
3. Fire extinguisher
4. Reflective vest or emergency jacket
# Tools and Equipment
5. Jumper cables
6. Multi tool or pocket knife
7. Flashlight and extra batteries
8. Spare tire and tire-changing equipment
9. Tire pressure gauge
10. Wheel chocks or blocks
# Communication and Navigation
11. Cell phone with charger and backup battery
12. GPS device or map
13. Two-way radio or walkie-talkie 😅
14. Whistle or other signaling device
# Comfort and Hygiene
15. Bottled water and non-perishable snacks
16. Blanket or emergency blanket
17. Sanitation supplies (e.g., hand sanitizer, toilet paper)
18. Moist towelettes or baby wipes
# Miscellaneous
19. Duct tape
20. Basic toolkit (e.g., pliers, screwdrivers)
21. Important phone numbers and documents (e.g., insurance cards, vehicle registration)
22. Small shovel or ice scraper
23. Emergency phone charger or portable power bank
Remember to check your car's emergency kit regularly to ensure everything is still usable and not expired.