segunda-feira, 23 de abril de 2012

Be Prepared For Anything With Money Saving Auto Emergency Kits

By Eric Holm


An auto emergency kit should be standard equipment in every vehicle on the road. People who do not drive long distances may feel there is no need for a vehicle emergency kit but this is not true. An emergency can happen anytime and anywhere, even on a short trip to the office or the corner grocery store. Someone could be stranded on the road and be in need of assistance. Preparing a kit ahead of time will save you from scrambling around for various items that could be stashed inside the trunk, back seat or glove compartment.

There are some essentials that you would need in order to make any progress: A flashlight is very important to have because you will need to see. This is especially crucial if it is nightfall and you need plenty of light to see. You will need light to see what is wrong with your vehicle. Another thing that you would need is some gloves, preferably leather ones. If it's cold out, they can keep your hands warm. They can also protect your hands from getting acquiring dirt or getting injured as you are working on the vehicle. If it's raining, it's good to have a waterproof poncho so that you can stay as dry as possible.

Always include drinking water and nonperishable snacks in the auto safety kit. Dehydration can be a problem if there is no access to water. Some trail mix or granola bars will be able to keep you going for awhile if you have to wait for help to arrive.

Depending on the weather conditions and location, it may take awhile for rescue services to reach you. If you are in a rural area far away from any city, it may take even longer. Having some food and water in your auto care kit can help you maintain your strength until help can get there.

If at all possible, attempt to reach a lit area. It can be dangerous parking in a dark lot but if you have no choice, your vehicle survival kit should have a flashlight and perhaps a light stick or two. Check the batteries periodically to make sure they are still good. All auto safety kits should also contain extra batteries in case you have to use the flashlight for a long period of time and end up draining the power. Regardless of trip length, it is best to always be prepared with the proper equipment.




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