Winter Emergency Car Kit

Winter is on its way so it’s important to make sure you and your vehicle are ready for the potentially hazardous weather to come. Not sure what to include in your winter emergency car kit? We at Tulley Mazda have compiled a guide to help drivers put together a winter car safety kit that will prepare you to hit the icy Merrimack roads this winter. Learn more about this kit as well as other service tips and tricks from the Tulley Mazda service center.

Winter Car Safety Kit

Whether you’re from the Hudson or Lowell area, you’ll be dealing with slick, icy roads and unpredictable winter weather this season. The Tulley Mazda team wants to make sure you have all the necessary items in the event your vehicle breaks down. There are quite a few important items you’ll want in your winter car safety kit. The Tulley Mazda service team can help you find what you need. Items you should add to your emergency tool kit for your car include:

• Battery cables
• Ice scraper
• Portable shovel
• Items to help when stranded: flashlight, warning signaling cones, backup batteries, safety vest, and roadside triangles
• Basic first-aid kit
• Cell phone charger
• Camera
• Flat tire kit
• Common winter items: gloves, blanket, rain poncho, rags, boots, a hat. Pack anything to keep you warm if you get stranded during a snowstorm.

Essential Items for Long Road Trips This Winter

If you have any plans on driving cross-country for the holidays this winter, it’s also important to consider adding the following items to your list to ensure you’re properly prepared for anything:

• Tow strap: This handy tool will be helpful if your Mazda vehicle gets stuck in a ditch and you need another vehicle to help pull you out. Refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual about the proper way of using a tow strap.
• Fire extinguisher: It’s good to have one in the event of a small fire. Make sure the fire extinguisher you purchase is intended for automotive use.
• Long-lasting food and water: It’s always best to have some water and long-lasting food, especially on long trips. Granola, protein bars, and water can last in your vehicle for about six months before they need to be replaced.

Be Prepared for Winter with Tulley Mazda!

Have your emergency tool kit for your vehicle already stocked up and looking for more service tips and tricks for the coming winter weather? Contact our service department today to get your vehicle ready. Have questions in the meantime about how to sanitize your Mazda or learn about other service tips? Don’t hesitate to contact Tulley Mazda. Our team is ready to answer your questions.