It's always exciting planning a road trip but, if you're not prepared with the right tools, you may end up making a lot more stops than you intend to. So, to make sure you're ready for nearly anything, the experts at Cars.com have created two kits you'll never want to be without. Check out our written list below to see what should go into both the emergency kit and the convenience kit, or scroll down to the bottom of the post and watch the video for more details. Either way, enjoy your vacation and drive safely!
Emergency Kit Essentials
- Can of fix-a-flat
- Jumper cables
- Several roadside flares
- Extra coolant in case of radiator trouble
- Extra motor oil
- Extra washer fluid to clean of the bugs
- Backup non-perishable food and water
- First aid kit
- At least one duct tape roll
Convenience Kit Essentials
- Ziploc bags are handy for car sickness
- Baby wipes to clean up
- Sunscreen
- Bug spray
- Baby powder to get the sand off your feet
- At least one towel for each person
- A durable blanket
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