Prepare for the worst and hope for the best when it comes to driving in bad weather. Keep the following items in your car in case of an emergency ‒

  • A blanket, rug or sleeping bag
  • A small shovel
  • Ice scraper and de-icer
  • Extra windshield washer fluid
  • Battery jumper cables
  • Cat litter or sand (to put under slipping wheels in case you get stuck)
  • Flashlight and batteries
  • Phone charger
  • Drinking water and snacks
Sources: AAA.com, “What to Keep in Your Winter Car Survival Kit,” (accessed Nov. 18, 2019), available at AAA.com.

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Sources: AAA.com, “What to Keep in Your Winter Car Survival Kit,” (accessed Nov. 18, 2019), available at AAA.com.



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