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Be prepared for any event withan emergency roadside kit
MS - Regardless of a vehicle’s
age, a roadside emergency can occur
at any time. Drivers should be
prepared with a basic kit of tools and
equipment to get the car back on the
road as soon as possible.
At the very least, a roadside
emergency can be an a minor
inconvenience. At the worst, it can
compromise the safety of the driver
and passengers. Anything from a
blown-out tire to an overheated
engine can necessitate pulling over
for a quick fix. Having the right tools
can make the process go far more
smoothly and help drivers avoid the
seemingly endless wait for service
personnel to arrive.
Stocking a roadside repair kit
requires some necessities. It’s also a
good idea to routinely check the
stock of the kit to be sure everything
is in working order. Here are the
items to keep on hand.
• First aid kit:Handling major or
minor emergencies may require a
first aid kit to mend scratches,
abrasions or minor burns. Become
familiar with the kit before it is
needed.
• Cellular phone:It’s never a
good idea to talk on a cellular phone
while driving. However, a mobile
phone can prove invaluable if there
is an emergency. Simply call for
assistance instead of having to seek
out a phone or flag down a motorist.
• Flares or warning light:A
breakdown at night or when
visibility is poor can be dangerous.
Keep a warning light, caution
triangle or flares in the trunk to
illuminate the location of the
vehicle.
• Inflated spare tire:Always keep
a spare tire on hand, as tire blowouts
or leaks tend to be one of the most
common causes of breakdowns. Be
sure to have a tire iron, jack, and lug
wrench.
• Spare fuses:A burnt-out fuse
may be responsible for an electrical
problem. Replacing the fuse is an
easy fix.
• Jumper cables:A dead battery
can be revived with jumper cables,
provided another car is available to
offer the jump. A portable battery
booster is another handy tool in case
there are no other cars to recharge
the battery.
• Flashlight:This simple tool can
be invaluable at night, especially if
keys or tools are dropped.
• Gloves, cleaner and rags:Cars
are full of oils, fluids and grease.
That means even a simple repair can
get a person dirty.
• Pen and paper:Ideal for leaving
a note or taking down information in
the event of an accident. A
disposable camera can also be handy
to take photos of an accident scene.
• Money:When travelling, always
carry cash for emergencies. Not
every place takes credit or debit
cards.
• Snacks and water:A roadside
emergency may mean some time
spent stranded. Keep a stash of non-
perishable items in the car to
alleviate hunger pangs and keep
riders quenched.
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A lesson from the Scouts
Drivers can never know when they, or someone else may
need assistance. Always have an emergency kit prepared,
especially in the winter. (MS photo)