Monday, September 16, 2013

Well Designed Auto Emergency Kits

By Eric Holm


All vehicles will need auto emergency kits. An emergency can happen when it is least convenient. Sometimes it just cannot be avoided. This is why you will need an emergency kit. They can save you time and help you through a disaster also.

The kit should include tools for car repairs as well as essentials such as a first aid kit, a blanket or an emergency solar blanket, water, and food. Granola or energy bars are the perfect food for roadside emergencies. The first aid kit should contain basics such as gauze, bandages, adhesive tape, antibiotic ointment, scissors, instant ice pack, instant heat compress, and aspirin or other pain reliever.

A flashlight is also important for an auto roadside kit. Extra batteries should be included also. Emergency flares, a help sign, pen and paper is good to have also. The things needed to change a tire are very important also. A spare tire is very important along with a vehicle jack, tire gauge and a tire iron that is the right size for your lug nuts. It is also important to have a way to inflate a tire or possible the type that can fix a small leak. Sometimes when the tire is just low, you will be able to inflate it until you can get to a garage.

Because all roadside emergencies are not caused by tires, auto emergency kits should contain tools that allow basic repairs to be done on the vehicle. These should include flat head and Phillips screwdrivers, vise grips, adjustable wrench, pliers, pocketknife, or a multipurpose tool containing many tools in one. Other items that can come in handy during a roadside emergency include oil, antifreeze, windshield washer fluid, rags or paper towels, duct tape, and an ice scraper.

Everybody has buys lives lately which requires a lot of travel. It can include a long drive to work or a long drive going on vacation. No matter what trip you are heading out for, it is important to be prepared. It can make it easier on you and make it a shorter time that you are going to be stranded. It is also important that you are prepared to use these tools if needed. They will not be any help to you if you do not know how to use them. It is important to think of your safety first when you will be traveling.




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