If you haven’t checked over your vehicle for the cold weather, here’s your reminder. Getting stranded is never fun, and there can be life-changing consequences. Be prepared!

Vehicle Emergency Kit

• Blanket
• Cell phone and charger
• Food (e.g., shelf-stable items like granola bars and packaged nuts)
• Medicine and first aid kit
• Shovel and salt, kitty litter or sand (something to give you grip if you get stuck)
• Ice scraper and brush
• Jumper cables
• Flashlight and flares
• Extra warm clothes
• Toilet paper and plastic bags or containers (for sanitation)

Vehicle Preparedness

• Always have at least one-half tank of fuel in your vehicle during the winter
• Service the radiator and maintain antifreeze level
• Never use cruise control while driving on slippery surfaces, such as ice or snow
• Never warm up your car in an enclosed area such as a garage
• Keep your windshield wiper fluid filled
• Check your tire pressure and tread
• Make sure your vehicle is serviced before you travel and check for recalls