Essential items for a vehicle emergency kit before hitting the road

 First aid kit

It contains band-aids, disinfection cotton balls, bandages, scissors, forceps, etc. These items can handle minor cuts and abrasions that may occur on the road.

Some common medications such as fever reducer, pain reliever, motion sickness medicine can also be included to deal with sudden physical discomfort.

 First aid manual

Although most people have some basic first aid knowledge, in emergency situations, a first aid manual can provide more detailed and accurate first aid operation guidance to help deal with complex injuries.

 2、 vehicle repair tools

 Spare tire and jack

A spare tire is essential. When a tire has a blowout or is damaged, it can be replaced in time. The jack is used to lift the vehicle to facilitate the replacement of the spare tire.

Make sure the spare tire has sufficient air pressure and be familiar with the operation method of the jack.

 Tire repair tools

Such as tire patches, air pumps, etc. If the tire is only slightly leaking, these tools can help repair the tire and allow the vehicle to continue driving to the repair station.

 Jumper cable

When the vehicle battery runs out of power, the jumper cable can obtain power from another vehicle's battery to start the vehicle.

 3、 safety protection items

 Flashlight and spare battery

When the vehicle breaks down at night, the flashlight can provide lighting to facilitate checking the vehicle situation and carrying out repair operations. The spare battery ensures that the flashlight can work for a long time.

 Reflective triangle warning sign

When the vehicle breaks down and stops on the side of the road, place the reflective triangle warning sign at a certain distance behind the vehicle to warn vehicles coming from behind and avoid secondary accidents.

It is generally recommended to place it 100 - 150 meters behind the vehicle (even farther on the highway).

 Snow chains (suitable for cold regions or snow - covered roads)

When driving on snow or ice - covered roads, snow chains can increase the friction between tires and the ground, improve the driving safety of the vehicle.

 4、 other items

 Bottled water and non - perishable food

Such as energy bars, nuts, etc. If the vehicle breaks down in a remote area and needs to wait for the rescue personnel for a long time, these foods and water can maintain basic survival needs.

 Mobile phone charger

Keep the mobile phone fully charged so as to call for help. You can prepare a car charger or a mobile power supply.

Preparing the vehicle emergency kit before going on the road can make you more calm in case of sudden situations and ensure the safety of yourself and passengers.