Some of us keep nothing in the trunk of our car, while others have enough packed in there to live in our cars for weeks. Somewhere in between is this list of 30 things we think every car owner should have on hand at all times.
7 MOST IMPORTANT THINGS YOU NEED TO START LIVING IN YOUR CAR
You can buy prepackaged emergency safety kits that include jumper cables, flashlights, first aid kits, and many other items, but the DIY approach is more satisfying and cost-effective since you likely have many of these items lying around already. It’s not just about emergencies or safety, either, so we’ve organized the checklists by category.
There’s nothing like getting a flat tire and realizing on the side of the road that the spare tire in your trunk is also flat. (True story.) To help keep you on the road, keep the following in your trunk:
Spare tire (in good condition), along with a jack and tire lever, because without them the spare tire is useless. (Here’s how to change a tire, should you need one.) And if you need a special wrench to remove your wheels, make sure you always have that in your car, too.
