Winter Emergency Kit

Winter will be here before you know it and it's important to make sure your vehicle is prepared for the potentially hazardous weather and slick roads. When the time comes to get your winter emergency car kit in order, trust the Haggerty Buick GMC service center to help you find the items you need for a winter car safety kit that will have you ready and prepared to hit the icy roads this winter. Looking for more automotive service tips and tricks? Check out the guides available at Haggerty Buick GMC.

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Winter Car Safety Kit

Once the winter weather gets here, you'll want to be ready to deal with slick, icy roads, and unpredictable weather. At Haggerty Buick GMC, we want to help drivers prepare a winter car safety kit to have in the vehicle. The Haggerty Buick GMC Service Center recommends drivers have the following items in the emergency tool kit for their vehicles this winter:

• 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're visiting family in another state or even across town, it's important to include these items to your emergency winter kit as well to ensure you're fully prepared for everything.

1. Tow strap: This handy tool will be helpful if your Buick or GMC 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.
2. 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.
3. 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 Haggerty Buick GMC!

Do you have your emergency tool kit for your car in the event your vehicle breaks down or you get stranded this winter? Learn more about the winter car safety kit with the team at Haggerty Buick GMC. If you'd like to have your vehicle serviced before the winter, would like to learn what TPMS means, want to shop GMC accessories, learn more about the 2020 Buick Envision towing capacity, to find hotels in Elmhurst, Buick Encore color options, the benefits of OEM parts or need assistance getting your emergency kit ready, get in touch with us today!