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12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by obafemee80(m): 6:25pm On Sep 19, 2017
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A car emergency kit is one of those things that you don’t think much about until it’s too late. Then you’ll wish you didn’t leave home without one.
Smart drivers keep a safety pack in their boot,so they're always prepared in case of emergency.
Here's what to put in yours in case of break-down,accident,or other unforeseen circumstances.


1)First-aid kit
These includes band-aids,adhesive tape,gauze pads,aspirin,antiseptic wipes,antiseptic cream or ointment.

2)Flashlight and extra batteries
Always remember to change the flashlight batteries every few months for non rechargeable types.The flashlight should be waterproof.

3)Siphon pump or hose
A siphon pump or hose can come in handy if you run out of fuel miles from a filling station,and a good samaritan offers a little fuel from his/her tank.

4)Jumper cables
In case your car battery goes dead.And of course,you should know how to use them.
6 to 8 feet in length and coated with at least 8-gauge rubber will be ideal to bring your car back to life or offering a charge to someone else.

5)Gloves
Protecting your hands is a must,no matter what the temperature.Get a sturdy mechanic gloves made of leather or a rubber and synthetic combination.

6)Tow rope
These can be invaluable to help get you out of a jam.To use the tow rope,you’ll need to find another car that’s able to tow yours to safety.

7)Warning triangles
Make certain other motorists can see you,day or night.

8 )Phone charger
As important as your phone itself.Add an adapter for the cigarette lighter if your car doesn’t have a usb port.

9)Water
In case of an emergency,they’ll provide sustenance until help arrives.

10)Extra clothes
For unexpected outdoor adventures,pack a rain jacket and at least one layer of clothing to keep you warm.

11)Umbrella
if you have to wait outside your car during rainy or sunny periods.

12)Basic tools
Always be sure to have at least three tools on hand
A screwdriver
Spanners to tighten up something that’s been loosened by vibration like your battery terminals.
A utility knife in case you ever need to cut yourself out of your seatbelt after an accident.

What other thing/s do you think should be added to the above lists?
Please Add.



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Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by Ayloaded04: 6:29pm On Sep 19, 2017
Good list
Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by drmuchin: 3:53pm On Sep 20, 2017
Some spare money for NPF, FRSC, VIO etc

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Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by benosky(m): 7:06am On Sep 21, 2017
Ok
Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by Finstar: 7:07am On Sep 21, 2017
Hm
Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by Nobody: 7:07am On Sep 21, 2017
CDs
Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by jayriginal: 7:11am On Sep 21, 2017
An extra fan belt is a must oh.

If e never do you before you nor go know.

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Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by Davidoff2000: 7:13am On Sep 21, 2017
u no put condom? for side of door?
na wa u o..OP

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Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by Ndkings1(m): 7:14am On Sep 21, 2017
On point
Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by Chikebrain: 7:19am On Sep 21, 2017
Very necessary
Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by AreaFada2: 7:30am On Sep 21, 2017
Reflective jacket. If you need to abandon car and go seek for help.

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Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by Buffalo2(m): 7:31am On Sep 21, 2017
Pepper spray

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Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by Jakumo(m): 7:32am On Sep 21, 2017
Let me add item number unlucky 13, which is a spring-loaded center punch, that you can use to shatter your car window instantly, if your car plunges off a bridge into water, and starts sinking, thereby disabling the electric window wind motors, and TRAPPING the car occupants, if they are not prepared to break free with one of these versatile devices.

https://www.harborfreight.com/spring-loaded-center-punch-621.html

Remember, that if your car is sinking in deep water, and you find that the power windows will not work, or that you are unable to open the doors due to the outside water pressure, you will NOT be able to break the window by kicking it, or hitting it with whatever random metallic object you can find in that moment of panic.

With the center punch, you simply reach for the device, place it in contact with the closed window that is trapping you in the car, apply some pressure to trigger the center punch spring action, and then watch that window shatter like a wine glass, enabling you to swim to safety like James Bond.

If you do NOT know how to swim, and find yourself in a sinking car, with NO center punch available to break your window, then at the very least, take out your smart phone, log into Nairaland's car forum, and type me a final message to explain how very sorry you feel that you failed to buy that center punch, as I had urged you to do. Your final words will be recorded here for posterity.

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Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by clemzo101(m): 7:38am On Sep 21, 2017
The list is not complete without bribe money for the aforementioned $Police$especially
drmuchin:
Some spare money for NPF, FRSC, VIO etc

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Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by fapcrook(m): 7:49am On Sep 21, 2017
Hammer for breaking emergency exits
Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by junnaiskye(f): 7:51am On Sep 21, 2017
I'll need this advice when I get a car.

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Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by Jakumo(m): 7:54am On Sep 21, 2017
fapcrook:
Hammer for breaking emergency exits

Won't work. See my post above.
Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by femyodsky(m): 8:00am On Sep 21, 2017
I can relate to that tow rope. I had to cut one of the seat belts at the back when I needed to tow my car few months ago
Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by bigplayerz(m): 8:15am On Sep 21, 2017
LOL @OP you didn`t add condom incase you need to knack AKPAKO grin grin grin grin

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Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by jaafree: 8:15am On Sep 21, 2017
how comes you forget fire extinguisher, razor blade and extra food

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Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by Aldebaran(m): 8:25am On Sep 21, 2017
Nice grin
Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by babythug(f): 8:32am On Sep 21, 2017
Body lotion/ hand cream/ Vaseline

Hair brush

Scarf

Slippers

Body spray/ perfume

Hand wash/soap

Tissue/ serviettes/ toilet roll/ wet wipes

A good music collection- CDs, usb device
Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by rufus7719: 8:36am On Sep 21, 2017
You also need an extra tire, a wheel spanner, a jack, power steering fluid, brake fluid and fan belt.

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Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by olasmith10(m): 8:45am On Sep 21, 2017
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Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by Bawsse(m): 8:52am On Sep 21, 2017
You for tell us to sell our house and pack into the car

14.gas cooker
15. Bed
16. Toilet

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Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by mekstaniac(m): 9:25am On Sep 21, 2017
CONDOM

In case the need for a quickie arises

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Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by olorunthobby(f): 9:29am On Sep 21, 2017
without a loaded gun.. it's not complete.. next!

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Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by psp2pc(m): 9:36am On Sep 21, 2017
toolbox
Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by Primenet(m): 1:17pm On Sep 21, 2017
mekstaniac:
CONDOM

In case the need for a quickie arises
Which emergency will you need it for in your car?

Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by sholajigga(m): 3:00pm On Sep 21, 2017
Nigeria police would still come up with an accusation on all this items.
Re: 12 Emergency Essentials You Should Always Keep In Your Car by sholajigga(m): 3:01pm On Sep 21, 2017
mekstaniac:
CONDOM

In case the need for a quickie arises


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