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15 Items to Bring for Your Summer Emergency Kit

Virginia Auto Service, the most trusted among auto shops in Phoenix, recommends drivers to have a Summer Emergency Kit in their vehicle. This reliable Phoenix auto shop has compiled helpful things that should be packed in a Summer Emergency Kit thanks to Beprepared.com and Edmonds.com.

Items to consider for an Arizona Summer Emergency Kit:

1.) Water – It is essential especially in this dry climate. Don’t hit the road without having potable water with you. It can be helpful when your radiator overheats, too. Keep also in mind that the heat can evaporate water or melt plastic bottles.

2.) Food – Non-perishables like granola bars are helpful in case of emergency. Packing snacks for an extended trip is a good idea. Fruits and veggies are great sources of nutrition and hydration. A dry powder sports drink could provide important electrolytes in an emergency situation.

3.) Blankets – It may seem absurd to keep blankets around in all these heat and desert but they are helpful during the night especially after the car breaks down in the desert or outside the Phoenix metro area. We sometimes forget that most of the state and country is cooler than the Valley in the summer.

4.) Wool socks – Consider that wool is a natural wicking fiber worn by hikers and campers in different climates. Should you need to walk for help, these socks will help keep sweat away from your skin and prevent severe blistering.

5.) Rain poncho – This is very handy in case you get caught in a summer monsoon rainstorm. Not only can the poncho keep you dry, but it can be used as a water collection container

6.) Crank-powered flashlight – Why not battery-powered? Because of the heat, batteries may melt or corrode. A light that can be cranked for power also have a longer life span especially in extreme heat or cold.

7.) Jumper cables – These are essential to power the battery assuming the battery can be charged to get you to the nearest gas station or other destination.

8.) First aid kit – It should contain tape, bandages, antiseptic, scissors, allergy medicine, and pain reliever. Before leaving, always double check the contents of the kit. Tape can dry out in the heat. Pills expire. You don’t want to be in a situation where you need the kit and it’s not usable.

9.) Maps – Maps of the areas from and to which you are traveling are essential especially when signals for phone and GPS disappear.

10.) Duct tape – It can be used for different purposes like as a first aid tape, for plugging a leak, fixing a hose or attaching a bumper back onto the car.

11.) Tools – The most common tools needed for a vehicle would be screwdrivers, vise grips, fix-a-flat, tire pressure gauge and pliers.

12.) Spare tire and a jack – These will prove important in case of a flat tire. Always check that both are in working order before hitting the road.

13.) Rags – You don’t want to resort to using your clothes to wipe off the grease. Microfiber towels can be used for mechanic clean up as well as spills from passengers.

14.) Fluids – Wiper fluid, coolant, and oil could come in handy. But like with water, the containers can melt and fluid can leak due to the extreme heat.

15.) Pen and paper – These can be helpful when writing directions or requesting for help if stranded or lost.

When it comes to excellent auto repair in Phoenix, Virginia Auto Service is the most recommended one. If you’re looking for a trusty auto repair shop in Phoenix, give us a call at 602-266-0200 or
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