Must-Have Tools to Keep In Your Vehicle

Emergency Kit Must Haves: Keeping a spare set of tools in your vehicle can dramatically improve your vehicle emergency. Here are a few tools that are recommended: jumper cables in your vehicle can help restart your car’s battery in an emergency. Jumper cables are available at any auto retailer.

Car Jack: Keeping a car jack in your vehicle in an emergency is critical to auto repair. If you experience a flat tire or need an in-depth look under the vehicle a car jack is your best friend. You can purchase a car jack at any auto retailer.

·Wrenches (variety of sizes)

·Channel Locks

·Screwdrivers (variety of sizes)

·Tire patch kit

·Lug wrench

-Gas Can

·Gorilla Tape or Duct Tape (patches holes in hoses)

·Organized toolbox

Fluids: Keep coolant, a quart of oil and windshield wiper fluid in your vehicle. Keeping extra fluids available in an emergency can drastically improve your situation.

Mechanic Gloves: When your vehicle breaks down it is important to let your vehicle cool off before any work is completed. It is helpful to have a spare pair of gloves during repairs to prevent any burns.

There are different types of car jacks; the hydraulic car jack and the hand jack. The hydraulic jack is usually heavier and more of a professional grade. It is easier to use, and it is stable.

Hand jacks are more for smaller vehicles. Typically, you must hand crank them and they do not always support the weight of a vehicle. Choose wisely depending on the type of vehicle.

Keeping these items in your vehicle at all times will give you the confidence to repair your vehicle in case of emergency.