Modern vehicles have become so reliable that in most cases we don’t envisage the thought of ‘just in case there’s an emergency?’ or ‘what if my car breaks down unexpectedly?’
For instance, you may have a flat tyre while driving on an off-road trip, or you have had a breakdown in the middle of the road. To avoid such situations, you should carry an emergency kit in your vehicle with you at all times.
Although most vehicles come with a spare type, car jack, inflator kit, essential tools, and the likes; however, there are a lot more to add to your emergency tool kit to make sure that you are prepared as best as you can for ‘just in case’ in case situations.
Prepare Your Vehicle for That Just in Case Event with These Items
- First Aid Kit
You or your passenger might be in an emergency need of a first aid treatment while you’re on a road trip. Having a first aid box containing gauze, antiseptics, pain relievers, antibiotics, cotton swabs, hand sanitizers, family medications, etc. can go a long way in providing emergency treatment in the case of accidents, or other emergency health conditions requiring first aid treatment.
- Self-powered Jumper cable/Car Jump-starter
The self-powered jumper cable comes in handy when you are trapped while on an offroad trip. The self-powered jumper cable is reliable enough to give your vehicle a jolt when you’re far from help. You can also use it to charge your phones to keep you continually in touch with the outside world.
- Tool kit
A tool kit can be a lifesaver when you’re stuck in the middle of nowhere. You might need to change a flat tyre, top the brake fluid, etc. Nevertheless, your emergency toolkit should include a cross-spanner for changing flat tyres, screwdrivers, pliers, brake fluid, pocket knife, etc.
- Tow straps
What if you got stuck in a traffic jam? Or your vehicle develops a significant fault beyond any emergency repair? A tow strap is just what you might need to pull your vehicle out or to tow to the nearest repair shop. By including it as part of your emergency kit assures you of getting help when you’re in a helpless situation.
- Fire extinguisher
If you crashed your car, or your vehicle spontaneously erupted into flames. A fire extinguisher will be handy enough to put out any burning fire before it gets out of hand.
- Reflectors
You wouldn’t want another vehicle ramming into you while battling with your vehicle. Placing reflectors at considerable distances ahead and behind your vehicle will do the work of warning other road users of your helpless status and also gives you ample working space to fix your vehicle.
- Flashlight
A flashlight should make the list of your emergency toolkit. You might need to change a flat tyre, check out the issue with your vehicle in the middle of the night, or flag down other road users for help. Having a rechargeable, water-resistant, heavy-duty flashlight should be able to help you get your vehicle back on the road, attract help, or warn other road users of your presence.
- Water
Water can be like gold, especially when you’re driving through desert-like regions. Water can quench your thirst, top-up your radiator if your car is overheating, or complement a basic meal while on the road. Having a few bottles of water should be enough to sustain you when you have to make a long and arduous journey.
- GPS unit
A GPS unit is an important device to have with you, especially when navigating a less familiar, or unknown region. You may find yourself in areas with poor network connection which renders your phone GPS useless. But having a GPS unit ensures that you find your way through unfamiliar terrain.
- A car jack
There’s no way you’re gonna be able to change a flat tyre with using a car jack! You’ll be needing a car jack to lift that part of the car closest to the flat tyre. However, while using a car jack, ensure that you place it on flat, solid ground before jacking up your vehicle. You can also carry a solid board with an even surface along with you just in case you might need to use your jack.
Conclusion
All the aforementioned items will ensure you’re prepared for ‘what if’ situations. However, car servicing and maintenance is an utmost priority for vehicle owners.
If you are looking for a car repair and servicing company in Dubai, you should consider the AAA Service Center.