In this article, we will share a list of items that will help you feel calm and safe in your car during the winter season.
Shovel
The main tool against bad weather. Even a small foldable entrenching shovel will be a good and reliable assistant in winter conditions.
Tow Rope
Be sure to keep a sturdy elastic tow rope in the trunk. It will be necessary for towing another car or trailer in case of breakdown or getting stuck on the road.
Ice Scraper and Snow Brush
It's obvious, but a very important and necessary item in winter. Don’t forget to check its availability in your car.
Windshield Washer Fluid and Antifreeze
In winter, the consumption of windshield washer fluid significantly increases, and it can run out at the most inconvenient moment. Antifreeze is never excessive. Moreover, the load on the engine also significantly increases in winter.
Lock and Window De-Icer
This will help quickly and effectively remove ice and maintain the vehicle's operability.
WD-40
A universal product that helps lubricate any mechanism, loosen a rusty bolt, prevent freezing, and eliminate annoying squeaks. However, it is important to remember that not all products are effective at low temperatures.
Jack and Compressor
These will help you get out of a snowbank and restore tire pressure. Don't forget about the tire wrench.
Jumper Cables
Batteries often discharge in winter. In such situations, the driver can benefit from jumper cables with a silicone coating. They do not harden at low temperatures and make it easy to start the car with another vehicle.
Flashlight
It gets dark early in winter, and the road situation becomes more complicated, especially when it’s snowing. In such conditions, being invisible on the road is very dangerous.
Warm Clothes
Just in case, there should be a set of warm clothes in the trunk, especially gloves and wool socks.