What Should I Keep In My Car?
You should keep the following equipment in your car at all
times in case of any emergency.
Car Glove Box Contents
- AAA Membership Card (or other roadside service)
- Insurance Card
- Owner's Guide
- Emergency Cash
- Maps
- Emergency Contact Information
- Vehicle Registration
- Health Insurance Cards
- Blood Type Card
- "Call Police" window sign
Emergency Backpack
In case you get stranded or have to leave your car you should
keep a fully stocked bug out bag in your car.
First Aid Kit
For any medical emergency you should always have a car first
aid kit.
Travel Kit
In case you have a surprise stay-over, you should carry
personal grooming items in your car.
Car Emergency Repair Kit
You should have simple car repair devices on hand in case of
breakdown.
- Foot Pump
- Hand Pump
- Jumper Cables (Heavy Duty)
- Tire repair plug kit
- Handi-wipes
- Funnel
- Emergency fan belt (generic fit)
- Siphon Hose
- Misc. string and twine
- 6 Quarts of Oil
- Puncture Seal can (for tire inflation and sealing)
- Brake fluid
Auto Tool Box
In case you have to make simple repairs.
Miscellaneous Contents
Between Seat Box Contents
- Roll Quarters
- Roll Nickels
- Roll Dimes
- Prescription Eyeglasses
- Prescription Sunglasses
- Magnifying Eyeglasses
- Pen & Paper
- Comb
- Pen Knife
- "Call Police" window sign
- Calculator, pen and paper
- Baseball Cap
- Paper Towels
- Windex
- Flashlight
- Cell Phone Charger
- Pair Gloves
- Tire Pressure Gauge
- Map of State
- Map of City
- Magnifying Glass (illuminated)
Trunk Or Storage Compartment Contents
- 6 Gallons Water
- Garage Door Opener
- Pair Gloves
- 50 ft. 1/2" x 50 ft. rope
- Spare Tire (under vehicle)
- Phone Book (under driver's seat)
- Ice Chest
- Water for Radiator
- Fire Extinguisher
- Shovel
- Plywood (2' x 4')
- Tarpaulin
- Windshield Scraper
- Windshield Washer Fluid
- Pillow
- Blanket/Sheet
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