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Tips and Tricks to Keeping a Car Winter Emergency Kit

Winter can increase the likelihood of car wrecks. To ensure you can deal with emergencies effectively when you're driving, read this post by ;Oilrich in ;New York, Massachusetts, and Connecticut ;to learn what to include in your ;car winter emergency kit.

While the winter months can be magical (the ;chance to get cozy by a fireplace ;and the winter wonderland all around), they can also be dangerous. If you're a driver, you know that the snow can make driving riskier since the roads are slippery. Not to mention, the darker and shorter days make it more difficult to see and be seen when you're behind the wheel. All of this together explains why car wrecks tend to increase during the colder days of the year.

This is why it's a smart idea to put together a ;car winter emergency kit ;that can allow you to deal with certain unforeseen circumstances effectively. If you don't know what should go into your emergency kit or what tips you should follow to manage it properly, continue reading the post below.

Call ;Oilrich in ;New York, Massachusetts, and Connecticut ;at (203) 592-7113 or visit ;AMSOIL's online shop ;to place an order on the top products to ensure your vehicle will endure the colder months of the year.

How to Put Together a Car Winter Emergency Kit ;to Stay Safe

Manage Your Car Winter Emergency Kit Properly

Before we get into what you should include in your emergency kit, you should learn how to manage it properly. The general tips below will help ensure you will have everything you need in case there's an emergency.

Learn to Use the Tools: ;the first tip is to get familiar with the different tools in the emergency kit. This way, if you were to need any, you would be able to use them properly.
Use ;an Appropriate Container: ;you should protect the contents of the emergency kit from the elements and any harsh conditions. ;
Designate a Spot for It: ;it's crucial that you designate a spot to keep the emergency kit. This spot should be easily accessible (like the glove compartment or under a seat). Remember to put it back when you're done using it.
Check the Supplies Regularly: ;some items in the emergency kit can go bad or run out after some time and use. To ensure you won't have to go without them, check them regularly to inspect their condition.
Restock as Needed: ;if you find that an item has expired or has run out, make it a point to restore them promptly.

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Checklist for Your Car Winter Emergency Kit

By now, you're aware of the steps you need to take to manage your winter emergency kit properly. To continue, we should take a quick look at the basic items you should keep in your vehicle to stay safe in an emergency:

Random Supplies: ;a lighter, scissors, a printed map, extra cash, a flashlight, a fire extinguisher, matches, hand sanitizer, extra face masks, and a snow shovel.
Non-Perishable Food and Water: ;enough non-perishable snacks and water can help you keep your energy and hydration up if you're ever snowed in inside your vehicle.
Items to Help You Stay Warm: ;the colder temperatures can get dangerous if you're stuck in a vehicle, so have items to help you stay warm (blankets, jackets, gloves, scarves, earmuffs, and balaclavas).
Ways to Communicate: ;of course, in an emergency, you will need to let other people know that you need help. Keep communication devices (with their chargers) in your vehicle, along with a list of relevant contact information.
Tools for the Vehicle: ;if your battery dies or you get a flat tire, you will need the right tools to fix it. Have ;charger cables, a tire jack, and a spare tire in top shape in your vehicle.
A ;Fully Equipped First Aid Kit: ;cuts, wounds, sickness, and more can happen in your vehicle. Have a first aid kit to deal with minor injuries quickly. Fill it with:
; ; 1. Essential items such as band-aids, bandages, gauze, alcohol, medical tape, disposable gloves, and more.
; ; 2. The medicine you may need, like antihistamines, aspirins, and prescription medication.

A well-maintained vehicle will resist the colder months much better. Call ;Oilrich in ;New York, Massachusetts, and Connecticut ;at (203) 592-7113 or visit ;AMSOIL's online shop ;to place an order on the highest-quality products for your vehicle's maintenance.