Winter Car Essentials for Road Emergency Kit

Be prepared to navigate the icy road conditions and even have fun and safe winter road trips by making sure to pack these winter car essentials!

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Battery Pack / Jumper Cables

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Ice Scraper

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Shovel / Sand

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Flashlight & Emergency Flares

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De-icer Windshield Fluid

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Tire Chains

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swipe up

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Winter Car Essentials for Road Emergency Kit

Be prepared to navigate the icy road conditions and even have fun and safe winter road trips by making sure to pack these winter car essentials!

Battery Pack / Jumper Cables

1

Pack a portable jump starter at all times to safely jump dead batteries. Don't forget to pack at least a pair of jumper cables, too!

Ice Scraper

2

An ice scraper is essential for a winter road trip to safely remove ice and frost from your vehicle’s windshield and windows, ensuring clear visibility and safe driving in cold and snowy conditions.

Shovel / Sand

3

A portable shovel and sand are helpers in case you do find yourself stuck. We normally pack a cheap bag of cat litter instead of sand.

Flashlight & Emergency Flares

4

The flares alert others to your stranded car, and a flashlight lets you work on fixing the issue. A headlamp is best so your hands stay free.

De-icer Windshield Fluid

5

De-icer windshield fluid is crucial for a winter road trip as it helps prevent ice buildup on the windshield, improving visibility and safety while driving in cold and icy conditions.

Tire Chains

6

If you will be driving over mountain passes or on snowy roads with icy conditions, tire chains are a must for dangerous road conditions.

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