Cellular phone and charger (Emergency tip: If you have to dial 911, remember that your location and phone number aren't always available to an emergency operator when calling from a cell phone. Be sure to provide the operator with your number and any information you have about your location.)
First aid kit:
- Sterile adhesive bandages (assorted sizes)
- Gauze pads (2- and 3-inch)
- Triangular bandages
- Hypoallergenic adhesive tape
- Sterile roller bandages (2- and 3- inch)
- Scissors
- Tweezers
- Needle
- Safety razor blade
- Safety pins (assorted sizes)
- Snake bite kit
- Cold pack
- Bar of soap
- Moist towelettes
- Non-breakable thermometer
- Antiseptic spray
- Latex gloves
- Petroleum jelly or other lubricant
- Tongue blades and wooden applicator sticks
- Aspirin and non-aspirin pain reliever
- Antacid
- Laxative
- Eye wash
- Rubbing alcohol
- Antiseptic or hydrogen peroxide
- Anti-diarrhea medication
- Emetic (to induce vomiting)
Fire extinguisher
Warning light, hazard triangle or flares
Tire gauge
Jack and lug wrench
Foam tire sealant or a portable compressor and plug kit
Spare fuses
Jumper cables or a portable battery booster
Weather-proof flashlight
Gloves, hand cleaner and clean rags
Auto-club card or roadside-assistance number (if you belong to an auto club or roadside-assistance program)
$20 in small bills and change
Pen and pad of paper
Basic tools:
- Set of socket and open-end wrenches
- Multi-tip screwdriver
- Wire cutters
- Knife
- Bottle opener
- Pliers
Coolant hose repair kit and tape
Extra clothing
Water and nonperishable emergency food (enough for at least 3 days)
Items for Winter Driving:
- Windshield scraper.
- Tire chains and tow strap
- Blanket and winter hat.
- Chemical hand warmers.
- Small folding shovel
- Bag of cat litter (This can help provide some traction on an especially slick road surface)
Help sign

Roadside Emergency Kit Checklist