Car emergency kit with jumper cables
Jumper cables plus core roadside tools in one bag
Why it's here: The fastest way to go from nothing to a solid trunk kit. Start here, then add blankets, water and snacks.
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Car Emergency and Roadside Kit
Car emergency kits, LED road flares, emergency blankets and fuel storage so you can get home safely when something goes wrong on the road.
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USB-C rechargeable LED road flares
9 flashing modes, USB-C rechargeable
Why it's here: Safer than traditional burning flares and reusable. Makes your car visible on a dark shoulder so other drivers slow down.
Check price on AmazonAltland emergency blankets, 50 pack
52 x 82 inches, 2 oz each, individually bagged
Why it's here: Reflects body heat if you're stuck in the cold. Enough to stash a few in every car, go-bag and backpack in the family.
Check price on AmazonMylar emergency blankets, 100 pack
Bulk pack, retains up to 90% of body heat
Why it's here: Bulk value for big families, schools, churches or anyone putting together care packages.
Check price on AmazonVEVOR 20L metal fuel transfer tank
5.3 gallons, flexible spout, about 6 L per minute pour
Why it's here: A sturdy metal can that fits in a trunk or truck bed. Store fuel safely for the generator or a long drive with few gas stations.
Check price on AmazonGarvee 16-gallon fuel caddy with siphon pump
Heavy-duty HDPE, 10 ft manual siphon
Why it's here: Holds fuel for a generator through a multi-day outage. This one is for the garage or shed, not the trunk.
Check price on AmazonCarhartt seat back organizer
8 pockets, hooks over the headrest
Why it's here: Keeps the flashlight, first aid kit, charger and snacks where you can actually reach them, instead of buried in the trunk.
Check price on AmazonWhat every trunk kit should have
- Jumper cables or a portable jump starter
- Road flares or reflective triangles
- Emergency blankets, a hat and gloves
- Water and non-perishable snacks
- Phone charging cable and a power bank
- Flashlight with spare batteries
- First aid kit
- Ice scraper, small shovel and sand or kitty litter for traction in winter
Fuel storage safety
- Use approved fuel containers only, and never fill them inside a vehicle. Set the can on the ground to fill it.
- Store fuel in a detached garage or shed, never in your living space, and away from heaters and pilot lights.
- Add fuel stabilizer if you’ll store gasoline longer than a month, and rotate it into your car every few months.
- Keep your gas tank at least half full during storm season, so you’re never stuck in a gas line.
Winter driving add-ons
If you live where it snows, add hand warmers, a warm blanket, boots and a bag of sand. If you get stuck, stay with your car, run the engine about 10 minutes an hour for heat, and keep the exhaust pipe clear of snow.
Get the free winter storm checklist
A one-page printable that covers your home, car and supplies. Stick it on the fridge and check things off.