CLEVELAND, Ohio – Winter is already here in terms of snowfall and there’s a lot to do to get ready for the season. While you’re decorating for the holidays and pulling out your winter coats, don’t forget to make sure you have all the winter essentials packed in your car in case of emergency.
Of weather-related car crashes, 18 percent occur during snow and sleet, 13 percent happen on icy pavement and 16 percent on snowy and slushy pavement (FHWA) so it’s vital to be prepared.
We’ve compiled a list of the must-have preparedness items to keep you and your passengers safe.
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Field and Stream Survival Blanket
Stay warm if you’re stranded in your car with this windproof and waterproof blanket. It also features a reflective surface to help you be seen in an emergency.
Dick’s Sporting Goods $19.99 / Amazon $21.29
TREKSAFE 12-Volt Heated Travel Blanket
Featuring a 58-inch cable, this heated travel blanket can be plugged into your car through the standard 12V auxiliary power outlet. If you need to exit the vehicle or power it off, the blanket will retain warmth for a period of time when unplugged as well.
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HotHands
Whether staying warm in your vehicle our outside while doing a repair or trying to get help, HotHands are a must-have item to keep in your car. Simply remove the warmers from the packaging and shake for up to 10 hours of heat.
OCOOPA Hand Warmer (rechargeable)
For the more tech-savvy, enjoy three levels of heat for 4-8 hours on a single charge. It comes in six colors and can double as a charger for other electronic devices.
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Orion Emergency Flares
To alert help of your location and provide visibility, consider this 3-pack of emergency road flares. Each flare lasts for 15 minutes and requires no batteries.
The Home Depot $6.98 / Walmart $6.96 / Amazon $12.99
Giantex LED Road Flares
These waterproof and dust proof flares come with a hanging hook and a storage bag and feature LED lights, which can be used on nine settings. Just don’t forget AAA batteries.
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Emsco Group Bigfoot 45″ Telescoping Snowbroom and Ice Scraper
Talk about a mega snow brush. This telescoping ice scraper goes from 24-inches to up to 45-inches to save space. Featuring a pivoting head and a snow brush, this space-saving tool can handle a variety of jobs.
Dick’s Sporting Goods $15.99 / The Home Depot $15.99 / Amazon $25.68
Grease Monkey Mitt with Ice Scraper
We all know how cold our hands can get while scraping car windows, but worry no more! This ice scraper doubles as a mitten, keeping hands nice and toasty while helping with visibility.
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Black Diamond Spot Headlamp
Keep your hands free while fixing your vehicle with this LED head lamp. Featuring different settings and night vision, it’s also water resistant and safe in winter weather. Remember to purchase three AAA batteries.
Dick’s Sporting Goods $29.99 / Amazon $39.95
Husky Flashlight
This super bright LED flashlight comes with a lifetime warranty. It’s waterproof and can be dropped up to 30 feet, making this one hearty flashlight. It can run for up to four hours on four AA batteries (not included).
The Home Depot $15.97 / Amazon $25.99
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Equate All-Purpose First Aid Kit
Featuring a whopping 140 items, it includes the necessities to handle any scrape, cut, burn and more. From bandaids to medicine, gloves to splits, this kit has it all.
Armor All 75-Piece First Aid Kit
This first aid kit was designed with a vehicle’s glove box in mind. The 75 pieces include scissors, tweezers, vinyl gloves, gauze, bandaids and more all inside a hard case with a zipper.
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Emsco Group Bigfoot Collapsible Car Trunk Shovel
If you find your car in snow too deep to power out of, a shovel will come in handy. This model is collapsable, extending up to 36 inches, and comes in a bright orange color for safety.
Dick’s Sporting Goods $27.99 / Amazon $26.95
Protocol Shovel Plus 4-in-1 Emergency Tool
This collapsable shovel can also be used as a saw blade, axe head and nail remover. It comes with a manufacturer’s one-year limited warranty.
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Subzero Traction Tire Mat
This 2-pack of traction mats was designed to get vehicles out of the snow (mud and sand too)! They can be placed in front or behind tires to provide traction.
Walmart $13.62 / Amazon $15.99
Stalwart Emergency Tire Traction Mats
Not only do these mats work to give tires extra traction in emergency situations, they also double as window scrapers!
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myCharge RazorMax Portable Charger
In the event your vehicle doesn’t turn on, a portable charger will keep your devices charged so you can call for help, despite how long the hold time is in a whiteout. This charger provides 27 hours of talk time on your cell phone. You can call for help and can charge two devices at once.
Amazon $12.99 / Bed Bath & Beyond $59.99
myCharge Universal Hub Portable Charger
No cord, no problem! This portable charger comes with integrated Lightning and USB-C cables to charge a variety of devices.
Amazon $55.99 / Best Buy $47.99
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Husky 20-foot Booster Cable
This best seller from The Home Depot will give your car a boost if your vehicle’s battery dies. Remaining flexible down to minus-40 degrees, it’s perfect for cold weather.
Jump Starter
Start your car, phone or laptop with this multiple-use device. The package includes a car jump starter power bank, USB charging cable, jump cable, laptop charger heads and more.
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Core Hydration Nutrient Enhanced Water
This water features electrolytes and minerals to keep your body hydrated and healthy. Purchase a 12-pack and keep a few in your car in case of an emergency.
Walmart $16.73 (12-pack) / Amazon $15 (12-pack)
Trail Mix
Trail mix is the perfect snack to store in your car in case you’re stranded or stuck in a big backup on the freeway. It’s nonperishable, provides a boost of energy and is available in endless combinations to satisfy any sweet and/or salty craving.
Check out the highest-rated trail mixes on Amazon (prices vary)
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Stark Roadside Folding Safety Triangle Reflector Warning Kit
This kit comes with three high-visibility reflector triangles and a storage case. Set up the triangles near your vehicle to alert others of your location and need for help.
The Home Depot $40.42 / Amazon $35.95
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Tooluxe Universal Tire Repair Kit
This repair kit has more than 6,000 reviews and 4.5 stars. It allows the user to repair tubeless tires without removing them from the rim and includes string plugs and sealing lubricant.
Husky T-Handle Tire Repair Kit
Small enough to fit in a glove box, this kit includes a tire rasp and insertion tools, a tube scuff pad, six assorted patches, five 4-inch tire plugs and a small tube of rubber cement.
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Hyper Tough 51-Piece Mechanic’s Tool Kit
This 51-piece kit comes with a wrench, ratchet, spark plug sockets, pliers, tire gauge, screwdriver and other items needed to fix a vehicle in an emergency situation. And it’s all in a compact case for easy storage.
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Easy Can No-Spill 5-Gallon Gas Can
This staple should be in your vehicle all year but it’s equally important in the winter. Should you run out of gas while stuck in a traffic jam or otherwise (we won’t tell!), this will come in handy.
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