2.5.0 Mobile Preparation, or What to Carry in your Car

Here is a list of basic and suggested items you should carry in your car: 

• Jumper cables
• Tow rope or chains
• Flares or reflective triangle
• Car cell phone charger
• Blanket or even a sleeping bag
• Change of clothes/warm clothes
• 3 days of food and water
• Duct or repair tape

Other items that might be useful:

• Ice scraper
• Flashlight
• Whistle
• Fix-a-Flat can or portable air compressor
• Heavy-duty gloves
• Poncho
• Multi-function tool (i.e. Leatherman)
• Flat and Phillips screwdrivers
• Adjustable wrenches
• Pliers
• Bungee cords
• Cable ties
• Portable power bank

Last modified on: 3/1/2024