Things I keep in my car in the winter
by Roy Atkinson
I live in Maine, and winters here can be very harsh. Here are some things I keep in the cars at this time of year:
• Safety kit - (booster cables, crank flashlight [no batteries required], 30-piece first-aid kit, red LED safety light, utility knife, reflective vest, fleece travel blanket, emergency blanket, poncho, gloves, duct tape, shop cloths, six washup towelettes and car-care guide)
• Collapsible snow shovel
• Multi-function battery unit - 2 lighter-style plugs for devices (e.g., phone), jumper cables, air compressor/tire-pump, emergency lights
• Scrapers (with brass edges--plastic ones don't do well)
• Long-handled brush (reaches across the roof)
• Extra insulated gloves
Yes, we take it seriously.
