I try to carry 1 or 2 flashlights in the car. Usually, a D cell or AA cell Maglite. Other things I have:
- poncho
- pen
- tire gauge
- manual air pump
- philips screwdriver
- expired cell phone with charger (still works with 911 calls)
- fire extinguisher
- first aid kit
- quarters and other change
- phone book
- sometimes a floor jack that can lift 2.25 tons
- small shovel if chance of snow
- 5 gallon bucket of sand in case of snow (more buckets for weight)
- blankets in case of snow
- bottled water (at least 3 bottles if snow)
- saline for contacts
- window reflector to keep sun out in summer when parked
- Powerbars
- canned tuna or fruit & can opener
- sometimes in the winter, a candle in a sealed jar
- thermometer to check vent air temperature
I think the things I use most are the air pump and tire gauge. I try to keep the tire pressure correct for better gas mileage and tire wear. I have helped a number of people with tire issues because of it.
The one thing I might add is an empty gasoline container. A couple of tools to add would be a cresent wrench and some adjustable pliers.
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