THERE is nothing worse than your car breaking down on the side of the road and not having the necessary equipment to help you get back on the road again.
First National Battery released six emergency gadgets that every motorist should keep handy and ready in their vehicles.
Every car should have a spare tyre which is in good condition, along with a jack and wheel brace. If your wheels require a special security key, ensure that it is always in your car. Keep a portable tyre inflator and sealer in case disaster strikes.
Motorists should also carry a first aid kit and ensure their kit contains plasters, antiseptic solution or wipes, gauze, sterile cotton balls, safety pins, hand sanitizer, tweezers, painkillers and a list of emergency numbers.
An LED flashlight is also important if you get stuck on the side of the road at night as you will need efficient lighting. LED lights have a longer battery life than conventional lights. Be sure to keep charged batteries on hand so you are not left in the dark.
Motorists should have a jump-starter kit as a dead car battery needs all the help it can get. Invest in an easy-to-use, multi-functional jump-starter kit like the GB30 Ultrasafe Lithium Jump Starter. It is ideal for new and old vehicle models, it would not get damaged if clamps are accidentally connected in reverse or break easily if dropped. With up to 20 jump-starts per charge, this spark-, dust- and splash-proof gadget also has seven light modes, including a flashlight and emergency strobe. You can also use it to power up your phone battery. Find it at your nearest Battery Centre.
Without a reflective warning triangle, oncoming traffic might not see your stationery vehicle in time to avoid an accident.
A long towing rope will make it much easier for someone to help tow your car to safety or for you to do the same for someone else.
