Winter Emergency Car Kit Essentials

Winter is on its way and it’s necessary to be prepared for potentially hazardous weather and unpredictable roads. Greenville Hyundai has your guide for the essential items you should keep in your winter emergency car kit so you can be prepared for travels on Royse City roads.

This winter, make sure you’re up-to-date on your routine maintenance and stop in to see our excellent service technicians at Greenville Hyundai.

Winter Car Safety Kit

With winter comes unpredictable weather and road conditions and, in the event of vehicle breakdowns and getting stranded, Commerce drivers should have these essential items in their vehicle. Take a look below at some of the recommended items drivers should have in their winter emergency car kit:

• Common winter items: gloves, blanket, rain poncho, rags, boots, socks, and hats. Anything that would help in snow storm conditions.
• Items that help when stranded: flashlight, warning signaling cones, backup batteries, safety vest, and roadside triangles.
• Battery cables
• Ice scraper
• Portable shovel
• Basic first-aid kit
• Cell phone charger
• Camera
• Flat tire kit

Essential Items For Long Road Trips

Drivers looking to take a long trips during the winter should make include these items to be prepared:

• Tow strap: This tool is helpful for vehicles that get stuck in ditches or need to be pulled out of somewhere by another vehicle. The vehicle’s owner’s manual has the recommendations for how to use a tow strap.
• Fire extinguisher: In the event of small fires, have a small fire extinguisher intended for automotive use.
• Non-perishable food: Keeping a supply of non-perishable food like granola, protein bars, other packaged food, and bottled water. These items can last in emergency car kits for the length of winter, but be sure to keep track of expiration dates.

If an accident does happen in inclement weather, drivers should stay inside or near the vehicle as long as it is safe. Do not wander away and leave the vehicle. Emergency responders will find a vehicle easier than a lone person in bad weather conditions. Having an emergency kit will help drivers stay safe in their vehicle.

Prepare For Winter With Greenville Hyundai!

Now that you know what should go into your winter emergency car kit, learn more about what your car needs for the winter at Greenville Hyundai near Rockwall. Our parts center can make sure you have the right tires, car battery, or even windshield wipers for your car in the colder months. Contact us today!