Comments on How to Create an Emergency Road Kit for Your Car

Keep a box of extra fuses, this has saved me a few times, when driving at night and my dashboard lights went out. Pulled into a rest stop , replaced the blown fuse and was on my way again.

Keep a box of extra fuses, this has saved me a few times, when driving at night and my dashboard lights went out. Pulled into a rest stop , replaced the blown fuse and was on my way again.

02/02/2009 I usually carry a small flat peice of wood so if I'm on a soft sholder the jack won't sink into the ground, I also carry a tire patch kit, this works for nail size holes, and a foot pump which doesn't need power or cords that always seems to come up short.

02/02/2009 I usually carry a small flat peice of wood so if I'm on a soft sholder the jack won't sink into the ground, I also carry a tire patch kit, this works for nail size holes, and a foot pump which doesn't need power or cords that always seems to come up short.

To add to afro2358's comment that you need to include a cell phone: Any cell phone, regardless of whether it has "normal" service, will still call 911 as long as it is charged.

To add to afro2358's comment that you need to include a cell phone: Any cell phone, regardless of whether it has "normal" service, will still call 911 as long as it is charged.

I keep a bottle of Fast Orange hand cleaner, some glow sticks, and a 15" long piece of galvanized 2" pipe. The pipe is used as leverage to extend the tire iron to loosen the lug nuts tightened by an air gun at the tire shop. Beats waiting for AAA if you're in a hurry.

I keep a bottle of Fast Orange hand cleaner, some glow sticks, and a 15" long piece of galvanized 2" pipe. The pipe is used as leverage to extend the tire iron to loosen the lug nuts tightened by an air gun at the tire shop. Beats waiting for AAA if you're in a hurry.

I would respectfully recommend instead- a product called Slime and a good small 12 volt air compressor. The compressor has helped me countless times to air up low tires that can be driven to a station for repair. As far as jumpers- don't skimp on quality! Quality cables can handle heat and current that cheaper ones won't and the longer the better. I have a pair that start 2 cars end-to end. You are never parked in a convenient place when you need a jump. You might include a faraday (shaker) type LED flashlight that will never run down in the back of the trunk. In winter a couple candles for heat and kitty litter for traction (sand gets everywhere).

I would respectfully recommend instead- a product called Slime and a good small 12 volt air compressor. The compressor has helped me countless times to air up low tires that can be driven to a station for repair. As far as jumpers- don't skimp on quality! Quality cables can handle heat and current that cheaper ones won't and the longer the better. I have a pair that start 2 cars end-to end. You are never parked in a convenient place when you need a jump. You might include a faraday (shaker) type LED flashlight that will never run down in the back of the trunk. In winter a couple candles for heat and kitty litter for traction (sand gets everywhere).

My experience with Fix-A-Flat was less than optimal. Thanks for the article.

My experience with Fix-A-Flat was less than optimal. Thanks for the article.

That's a whole lot to keep in ones car, but, i guess you need something like that if you do a lot of "Long Distance" driving. There is one "IMPORTANT" thing you "Most Have" if you dont have any of those things that was mention, and that is a "Cell Phone".

That's a whole lot to keep in ones car, but, i guess you need something like that if you do a lot of "Long Distance" driving. There is one "IMPORTANT" thing you "Most Have" if you dont have any of those things that was mention, and that is a "Cell Phone".

Good advice, except I'd say "all necessary fluids" is a bit overkill. Unless you're a complete dope and don't maintain your car in the least, that probably isn't going to be your problem if you get stranded. Most of the time it's: no gas, flat tire, stuck in mud or snow, dead battery, etc. One added tip: consider what climate you live in (or are driving to). You might want to consider things like sunscreen, water (in a non-plastic bottle), etc. if you're in a warm climate or season, and shovel (as the author suggested), chains, solar blanket, and so on if you'll be driving in frigid conditions. Also important, you might want to keep a few medications you cannot be an extended time without -- in a child-proof container, of course. Overall good tips, though, and a great reminder of "better safe than sorry."

Good advice, except I'd say "all necessary fluids" is a bit overkill. Unless you're a complete dope and don't maintain your car in the least, that probably isn't going to be your problem if you get stranded. Most of the time it's: no gas, flat tire, stuck in mud or snow, dead battery, etc. One added tip: consider what climate you live in (or are driving to). You might want to consider things like sunscreen, water (in a non-plastic bottle), etc. if you're in a warm climate or season, and shovel (as the author suggested), chains, solar blanket, and so on if you'll be driving in frigid conditions. Also important, you might want to keep a few medications you cannot be an extended time without -- in a child-proof container, of course. Overall good tips, though, and a great reminder of "better safe than sorry."

I'd also keep some $$ - a roll of quarters and maybe $20. I've used that $20 many times!

I would add a serpentine belt, they are not universal.

I would add a serpentine belt, they are not universal.

The fix-a-flat stuff works but be ready to garbage the tire. According to Canadian Tire the tire can't be repaired. Use only as last resort if your out in the boondocks and no hope of helpful motorist coming along and your cell phone is out of range.

The fix-a-flat stuff works but be ready to garbage the tire. According to Canadian Tire the tire can't be repaired. Use only as last resort if your out in the boondocks and no hope of helpful motorist coming along and your cell phone is out of range.

Sound advice for everybody. Especially if a person drives through rural areas frequently.

Sound advice for everybody. Especially if a person drives through rural areas frequently.

The only things I would add to your otherwise thorogh list is a reflector vest, essential oils and other fluids and a cell phone along with a charger. Good article!