Well friends, winter is in full swing and we’ve already seen some icy damage at our car repair shop in Rochester. As a result, we would like to offer you some ideas on how to be prepared in case of emergencies out on the road. Below is a list of items to fill up on and leave in your vehicle during the winter months.
1. Communication: Phone Charger
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Make sure you have an adaptor and a charger so you can recharge your phone. In fact, it might be a good idea to keep it plugged in whenever it looks like a dangerous, snowy drive. Don’t get caught in a winter storm without having a fully charged phone to call for help.
2. Health: First Aid Kit
This should include some (if not all) of the following: bandages, adhesive tape, gauze, aspirin, antiseptic wipes/ointment. If an accident happens in a snowstorm, it may take longer for emergency services to reach your vehicle. During the delay, these items may help make the difference. Afterwards, to fix all other damages, you can have your vehicle towed to our auto repair shop, where we become the “First Aid Kit” to your vehicle.
3. Light: Flashlight & Flares
Light is a good thing to have when you’re caught in a black, stormy snowstorm. Pack a powerful flashlight with extra batteries. Also, stock up on some flares in case your vehicle is dead on a busy road. Even if it isn’t nighttime, a snowy day can cloud vision on the roads. Flashers will alert other motorists of your vehicle before risking a crash.
Other Ideas
Windshield ice scraper; jumper cables; duct tape; sawdust / sand for traction; snow shovel; blankets; warm gloves; poncho; water bottles; snacks.
What’s in your vehicle’s emergency kit?
