Ready to hit the road? Be sure to pack a roadside survival kit. Here's a list of important items to bring:
- Copy of car warranty
- Contact number for emergency car service
- Map
- Cell phone
- Flashlight
- Extra batteries for flashlight
- First-aid kit
- Spare tire, inflated to recommended tire pressure
- Jumper cables
- Road flares or triangles
- Container for gasoline
- Gloves
- Basic tool kit
- Blanket
- Rain poncho
- Windshield shade
- Extra wiper fluid
- Extra water for radiator
- Bottled water to drink
- Snacks that won't melt, such as protein bars, pretzels, raisins and sunflower seeds.