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Car emergency kit checklist

Everything in one bag in the trunk: what gets you started, what gets you seen, and what gets you through a long wait. Tick items as you pack them; your ticks stay in this browser.

The guide behind this list: What to keep in your car emergency kit. Check it twice a year when the clocks change.

Car emergency kit

0 of 16 packed. Check it twice a year when the clocks change. From EveryManSkills.

Jumper cables or a charged jump pack
Tire pressure gauge
Work gloves
Flashlight with spare batteries
Two or three reflective triangles
High-visibility vest
Bottled water
Shelf-stable snacks
Warm blanket
Phone charging cable
Basic first aid kit
Card with roadside assistance and insurance claim numbers
Ice scraper and snow brush (cold climates)
Small folding shovel (cold climates)
Bag of sand or cat litter for traction (cold climates)
Spare hat and gloves (cold climates)

Last reviewed September 28, 2026. First published September 28, 2026.

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