An emergency situation on the road can arise at any time and you must be prepared. In addition to making sure you have the tune-up, a full tank of gas, and fresh antifreeze, you should carry the following items in your trunk:
- Bag of salt or cat litter
- Jumper cables
- Properly inflated spare tire, wheel wrench, and tripod-type jack
- Shovel
- Tool kit
- Tow and tire chains
