{"id":5813,"date":"2021-08-06T07:50:00","date_gmt":"2021-08-06T07:50:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.freeway.com\/knowledge-center\/?p=5813"},"modified":"2023-11-27T19:50:20","modified_gmt":"2023-11-27T19:50:20","slug":"car-emergency","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.freeway.com\/knowledge-center\/auto\/car-emergency\/","title":{"rendered":"What Should You Have in Your Car for an Emergency?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
No one likes to think about the possibility of getting into an accident or facing some other emergency while driving. From running out of gas to being stuck far from home due to inclement weather, these emergencies are at best a hassle and at worst a serious hazard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thankfully, you could reduce some of the risks of driving, including the financial risks, by ensuring your car is fully stocked with everything you might need in an emergency, and by having auto insurance<\/a>. From bottled water to a tire pressure gauge<\/a>, this guide covers everything you should keep in your vehicle in case of emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Every driver should have an emergency kit in their vehicle at all times. These kits are a collection of items that can keep you safe, warm, and protected when something goes wrong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There are other things you should always have with you in addition to your emergency kit. For starters, you should never drive without your driver\u2019s license in your possession. It is also important you leave your proof of car insurance in your vehicle as well. Having proof of insurance isn\u2019t just convenient; the failure to carry it with you while driving could result in a ticket in most states.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not sure what you should keep in your car for emergencies? Every car could use a proper emergency kit, which is simply a collection of useful items that should remain in your vehicle at all times. The five most important pieces to an emergency kit include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Many vehicle emergencies involve cars that are unable to start. More often than not, the inability to start is related to an issue with the battery. When the battery has been drained, a jump start from another vehicle could be your best option for safely getting back on the road. Having jumper cables in your vehicle ensures you do not have to rely on the preparedness of strangers when your car doesn\u2019t start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There are a variety of small hand tools that could come in handy during an emergency. From tire pressure gauges to adjustable wrenches, many car issues can be dealt with using a little know-how and a few available tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When emergencies happen, the weather outside your vehicle is often the most pressing hazard. In the winter months, a blanket could be an invaluable part of your emergency kit. This includes either warm, knitted blankets or even space blankets in case of extreme weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat Should I Keep in My Car for Emergencies?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What Are the 5 Essentials for an Emergency Kit?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Jumper Cables<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Tool Kits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Blankets<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Spare Tire<\/h3>\n\n\n