What to Include in Your Used Car Emergency Kit

No one expects for an emergency to happen. However, begin prepared for an emergency is one way that can keep you safe during your travels. Here are some tips for preparing an emergency kit that you should keep in your used car in Calgary that will keep you safe in a variety of driving situations.
Safety Equipment
In terms of the tools and equipment that you'll need, it's important to prepare for all situations. Of course, we always recommend traveling with a cell phone so that you can call for help in an emergency. It's also important to include a flashlight with plenty of extra batteries, reflectors or flares so that you can warn others of your vehicle location, a basic tool kit that includes a wrench, screw driver, pliers, and hammer, a fire extinguisher, tire sealant, an empty gas can, and jumper cables.
Survival Equipment
It may not sound likely that you will be in a situation in which you have to fight for your survival. However, there are many situations where drivers find themselves on deserted Canadian roads with cold temperatures baring down on them. In order to help ensure that you'll be safe if you need to engage your survival skills, you should be prepared with extra water, energy bars (such as granola bars), walking shoes, and a first-aid kit.
Fluids
It's wise to keep certain basic fluids in your car so that you can refill your engine fluids as needed. These fluids may include transmission fluid, oil, antifreeze, and a funnel.
Other
You may also want to include some equipment that will make your life easier if you do find yourself in an emergency situation. This equipment may include rags, a bucket, hand sanitizer, a portable radio, and a lighter.
Many used vehicles will have ample storage space in the rear of the car in which you can store these emergency items. Some cars, especially SUVs and minivans, will have an under-the-floor storage compartment in which you can store these emergency items safely out of site. No matter where you store them, be sure that they are secure so that in the event of a collision or a roll-over, they will not fly up and strike any of the passengers in your car.