Anyone who has been a driver and got caught in a tricky situation understands the need to have some handy, useful things in your car. With all the ups and downs we’re sure you’re doing this summer, it is essential for your safety and peace of mind that you keep a few things in your car without failure. What are those things you ask? Well, that’s the breakdown we’re about to give you. Hang tight, and get ready to visit the nearest store to buy these must-have items for your car.
Umbrella
If there’s one tool that you must keep in your car at all times, then that has to be the umbrella. This small but extremely handy and versatile tool is a must-have in your car. Whether you want to be protected from the strong sun's rays or the violent rain, the umbrella is one tool that’s got you covered. You definitely won’t be caught unaware by any elements with the umbrella in your possession.
Flashlight
Picture this: you’re driving at night, and then you get a flat tire. But it's the dead of night, and when you go out to look, there is nothing but plain darkness looking back at you. Now you’re stuck trying to change a tire, and all the light you have is what the moon gives you—your weak light from the phone or the passing headlights of other cars. It sounds like an absolute disaster to me. That’s why, to avoid situations like this and many more related to this, just own a flashlight that stays in your car. You will never have enough light, and that’s a fact. This doesn’t even apply to just the nighttime. If you drop your keys or wallet in some corners of your car, even during the day, you might need some extra light to help you get to them. And don’t even worry about the space; you can throw your flashlight on your dashboard.
Batteries
This item goes hand in hand with the flashlights we just spoke of. Given how often you are likely to be using your flashlight, it would be wise for you to keep batteries in the car. It never hurts to have spare batteries close by in case there’s a need for them. After all, what use is a flashlight if it's out of power?
Extra Phone Charger
This one needs no explanation because we are sure you have faced a situation like this before. The situation: well, that one scenario after a long day and your phone is telling you that it's about to die, but you still need to run some errands. Even with stores in sight, you may not have a charger, and that’s where the problem begins. That’s why having an extra phone charger in the car could be the lifesaver you need. If your charger can be a car charger, that makes everything even better. Now you can play your music, play around with your GPS, and do whatever else you want with complete confidence. In the digital age, an extra phone charger is your best friend.
Paper Towels & Wet Wipes
Listen and listen carefully. Paper towels and wet wipes are the ten Swiss Army knives of life. You absolutely need these multi-purpose tools in your kit if you want to survive. These easy-to-store items will make your life so much easier, and you will definitely need them in the event that you face some spills. This is especially important if you have kids or carry a lot of passengers on a daily basis, be they workmates or friends. You could even consider having tissues in the car for when you have a runny nose or when you need to make a quick break to the bathroom. In the event that a box is too bulky for your car’s limited storage space, consider buying a travel pack of tissues. You’ll thank us for this later; just wait.
Basic First-Aid Kit
Life is dangerous, and the truth is that you need to be prepared. It’s possible that you can get cut, slashed, poked, or bruised at any given point and time. That’s why it is necessary to have a first-aid kit in your car at any given point in time. A few items you should possibly keep in your first-aid kit are bandages, gauze, antibacterial spray, antibiotic cream, anti-itch cream, antiseptic, medical tape, pain reliever, lip balm, tweezers, and scissors. A basic first-aid kit might mean the difference between life and death for you, and it's imperative that you own one.
Coins For The Parking Meter
This is going to sound very basic, but you need to have some coins in the car for when you need them for use in a parking meter. Many people get stuck in situations where they need to park but are in a place that doesn’t accept credit cards, and only then do they wish they had the convenience of coins. It might sound basic, but this basic thing will spare you a lot of headaches. You can trust us on that.
Bottled Water
Dehydration is a real thing, and so is contaminated water. Many people, especially those who travel frequently, get to a point where they are dehydrated and end up buying contaminated water from anywhere just to wet their throats. The better alternative to this would be to have your own bottled water in your car. Doing this will save you from a massive headache, both literally and figuratively. Have a water bottle or two that you can call upon in your time of need.