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15 Items You Need In Your Car<\/span><\/h2>\n
Don’t Leave Home Without Them<\/span><\/div>\n<\/header>\n
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Car Safety Items You Need<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Here are the top 15 items we recommend keeping in your vehicle at all times:<\/h3>\n

1. A Charged Cellphone<\/strong><\/p>\n

You’ll probably already have a cellphone with you, but it’s essential to make sure it’s always fully charged. Bring a car charger along for the ride too, so you can charge your phone when the power’s low.<\/p>\n

2. Reflective Warning Triangles<\/strong><\/p>\n

Reflective warning triangles will notify oncoming cars to slow down. LED flares are another good option to prevent roadside mishaps when you’re stuck.<\/p>\n

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3.\u00a0First-Aid Kit<\/strong>
\nAlways keep a first-aid kit with bandages, gauze pads, adhesive tape, aspirin, antiseptic wipes, and antibiotic ointment in your car.<\/p>\n

4. Fire Extinguisher<\/strong>
\nA fire extinguisher can smother a spark caused by an electrical problem.<\/p>\n

5. Jumper Cables<\/strong><\/p>\n

Did you accidentally leave your lights on? Did the battery die?\u00a0Leave jumper cables in your car so a nearby vehicle can help get your ride running again.<\/p>\n

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6.\u00a0Flashlight<\/strong>
\nWhat if the car breaks down in the middle of nowhere at night? Keep a flashlight in your glove compartment, along with extra batteries.<\/p>\n

7. A Multipurpose Knife<\/strong>
\nA standard multipurpose knife will come with a bottle opener, a flathead screw driver, a wire cutter, rescue blade, and glass breaker. It’s a useful tool in any situation.<\/p>\n

8. A Poncho<\/strong>
\nYour car breaks down, you’re checking under the hood, and suddenly it starts pouring. Reach in your emergency kit for your rain poncho and stay dry.<\/p>\n

9. Nonperishable Snacks<\/strong>
\nWhile you’re waiting for help to arrive, stave off hunger with high-protein nonperishable snacks like mixed nuts and protein bars.<\/p>\n

10. Water<\/strong>
\nAlong with snacks, keeping bottled water in your car is vital.<\/p>\n

11. Cat Litter<\/strong>
\nUse cat litter as a replacement for sand to create traction beneath the tires if you get stuck.<\/p>\n

12. An Emergency Radio<\/strong>
\nLeave a\u00a0battery-powered or hand crank radio\u00a0in the car to listen for weather warnings and other important news if your vehicle’s radio or cell phone stops working.<\/p>\n

13. Walking Shoes<\/strong>
\nIf your car breaks down in the middle of nowhere, you have no cellphone reception, and you haven’t seen a passing car in hours, you’ll have to start walking to find help. Comfortable walking shoes will make the trek more bearable.<\/p>\n

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14. A Tool Kit<\/strong>
\nA tool kit with a Phillips\u00a0head screwdriver, a flathead screwdriver, vise grips, an adjustable wrench, and a pair of pliers will come in handy if you break down and can fix things on your own.<\/p>\n

15. A Fleece Blanket<\/strong>
\nA fleece blanket will keep you warm if your car breaks down in cold weather or during a winter storm.<\/p>\n

Now that you know what you’ll need to pack for your homemade roadside safety kit, take one more precaution. Bring your car down to the\u00a0New Jersey State Auto Auction<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Give us a call at:\u00a0201-200-1100<\/a>. \u00a0Our mechanics will make sure your car is working properly so you can drive with confidence.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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