Many wonder what things will come in handy in a roadside emergency. Here is a list of items that can be helpful in any given situation.
· Jumper cables
· A flashlight
· A first aid kit (adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, antibacterial ointment, burn ointment, antiseptic towelettes, aspirin and antacid tablets)
· Gloves
· A blanket
· Batteries
· A screwdriver
· Emergency flares or candles
· Emergency warning triangle
· Air compressor
· A shovel
· Booster cables
· Bungee cord
· Duct tape
· Tow strap
· Reflective safety vest
· A multi-purpose knife
· Ice scraper
· A poncho
· A wrench
· Hand warmers
· Food bar (granola bar)
· A small bottle of water
· A cell phone
· Fire extinguisher
· A tire gauge
· A disposable flash camera
· Pen and a pad of paper
· $20 in cash and change
· A rag or towel
· An emergency flag
· A hammer
· Car's documents
· A Whistle
· A spare tire
· Matches
· Tire chains
· Car fluids (motor oil, brake fluid, anti-freeze
· A funnel
· Extra clothes/shoes