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Stay prepared for anything your next road trip might throw at you.

I’ve taken a lot of road trips in my day, from moving myself across the country in a stick-shift sedan I didn’t know how to drive, to dozens of nights camping in my truck deep in the desert. I’ve also had my fair share of breakdowns, flat tires, spin-outs in snow drifts and dead batteries. While a car emergency kit can’t solve all of these problems, having a compact, comprehensive set of tools and emergency aids at my disposal has helped in plenty of circumstances. A well-stocked kit can provide crucial items like first aid supplies, tools for minor repairs, and essentials like food, water, and blankets.

…What I’ve learned through research and experience is that roadside emergency kits come in various sizes with multiple tools and safety items, including jumper cables, flares, tow ropes, and hand tools. The approach of the cold winter season in much of the country means that now is as important a time as any to make sure your kit is in order. Breakdowns can happen anytime, anywhere, and while you never want to be unprepared, the stakes of something bad happening when the temperature is low are higher than usual.

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