Top 10 Emergency Car Kit Supplies

MT. PLEASANT, Mich. – With warmer weather slowly arriving, road tip vacations are becoming more popular. Before you hit the road for a new adventure, you need to make sure you are ready for any situation. It is important to be prepared for the worst incase of an accident, bad weather, or unexpected vehicle damage. That is why we put together the top 10 emergency car kit supplies you will be glad you had in your car.

Take a look at what to put in your emergency car kit:

1. Jumper Cables: Jumper cables are important to have at all times. You never know when you are going to have battery problems and they a key tool in getting your battery running properly. They also come in handy for others if you need to help someone else jump their battery. 
2. Funnel: Funnels are helpful if you ever have to top off an important fluid. They help prevent spilling and can make for accurate filling. 
3. Paper Towel: Car maintenance can be messy. It is always good to have paper towel handy to clean any spills or leaks. It also will help keep your self clean in dirty situations. 
4. Flash Light: Accidents happen at anytime. You don’t want to be blind in the dark. A flashlight will help you get around at night and can help see those smaller spaces under the hood! 
5. Duct Tape: Duct tape is a universal saver. While using duct tape won’t permanently solve a problem, it could be the one emergency car kit supply that helps get you to the auto repair shop just in time.
6. First Aid Kit: Not only do you want to prepare for emergencies with you car, but you never know what could happen to you or a passenger. First Aid Kits can help save lives and are smart to have at all times.
7. Heavy Gloves: If you ever have to check your car after it has been running, the parts can get hot under the hood. Keeping heavy work gloves in your emergency car kit will help protect your hands while working on car parts. 
8. Extra Cash: You never know if you need a tow, or emergency maintenance. It is smart to keep extra cash around so you know you can pay for whatever service may come up.
9. Water: Water is a great universal supply. It can help you stay hydrated in emergency situations and can be used for easy clean up. Water can also be used on your vehicle, for example, helping keep your engine cool. 
10. Blanket: The weather can be just as unpredictable as your vehicle. Having a blanket on hand all year will help you stay warm in cold temperatures or help you stay dry in wet conditions. 

Driving can be unpredictable. It is important to be prepared for the unexpected. With these top 10 emergency car kit supplies you can be ready for anything that may occur while on the road. Want to be even more prepared? Learn warning signs of potential vehicle damage on our Chevrolet FAQ page or our Buick GMC Cadillac FAQ page. You can even get your car ready for warmer weather on our Chevrolet Spring Car Care page or our Buick GMC Cadillac Spring Car Care page. Contact any of our dealership service centers to schedule an appointment for your vehicle maintenance today.

At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

Websites: Chevrolet: HankGraffMtPleasant.com and Buick GMC Cadillac: GraffBGC.com

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