Adding on to the Emergency Vehicle Items!

Let’s talk more about a few items that could help you out if you ever have an emergency in your vehicle. These are all things carried in emergency vehicles and they’re recommended if you drive a lot on the highway or out of town.

This goes beyond the old standards like a first aid kit, a blanket, jumper cables etc, although those are all great things to have on board, consider purchasing these additional things to keep in your vehicle in case you find yourself stranded in a dangerous spot:

• Road Flares: They burn a bright red light, visible both at night and during the day. Flares provide one of the most effective ways of getting the attention of drivers who are approaching a disabled vehicle. Don't be intimidated by them. They're easy to light, and they can truly save your life by preventing another vehicle from crashing into you. They come in kits with a carrying case, or you can get them individually

• Fire Extinguisher: Special, smaller ones are made for non-commercial vehicles. Look for one that can put out different kinds of fires, such as electrical and petroleum (oil, gasoline) because many different kinds of fires can start in your vehicle. Some extinguishers have a mounting bracket to keep them from moving around.

• LED Flashlight: At night, if you have a flat tire or need to attend to someone who's injured, you need to be able to see what you're doing. Many LED lights have a beam to aim at something and they also have a built-in lantern to light up a bigger area. It's a must-have light to read instructions on jacking your vehicle or helping to bandage a cut after an accident. Don't think your cell phone is going to do the job; plus, you need that for communication – save the battery.

• Drinking Water & Snacks: If you are ever stranded, you don't want to have to resort to eating bugs and drinking melted snow. Power bars and bottled water are the easiest way to go. 

Ask your Downtown Automotive Service Advisor about recommendations on which brands will work best for your situation and where they can be purchased. Emergency crews carry all these things for a reason. You should, too if you drive a lot on the highway or out of town. Not only could they save your life, but they could also help you save someone else.

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