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Have You Got All These Essentials In Your Car’s Glove Box?

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The glove compartment in your car may only be small, but it is certainly a big enough space in which to store some essentials. You can keep things in there that will come in useful in the event of an emergency. So have you been wondering what should go in this useful space along with your gloves? Here are some things to add now.

Medical Information

If you have any medical conditions or are allergic to specific medication, you should write this down and keep it in your glove box. If you are ever involved in a car crash, you may be knocked unconscious or pass out. Keeping this important information in your car can be very useful for any paramedics or ambulance staff who come to help you. They will be able to tailor the medication they give you so that they don’t give you anything that you’re allergic to. And they will also be able to take your health conditions into consideration as well.

A Pen And Paper

You will also need a pen and paper if you are ever in an accident. This will come in useful when you take down the other driver’s details and insurance information. If you are able to after a crash, it is crucial to swap your details with the other driver who was involved. This will help you to sort out your insurance. You should also try and find some witnesses who saw the accident. Take down their details as well. That way, your insurance company can contact them for evidence.

Mechanic’s Phone Number

It is important to have the number of a mechanic who specializes in Transmission rebuild in your glove box. It makes it a lot easier getting someone out to see your car if you ever have a problem with it. You won’t have to spend time trying to find a phone number in your Yellow Pages so you won’t be wasting too much time. This can come in very handy if you break down somewhere in a remote area.

A Flashlight

It is very important to keep a flashlight in your car at all times. Then, if you ever break down during the night, you will be able to use the flashlight to check your engine and the exterior of the car. You can also use a flashlight to catch people’s attention if you are ever stuck somewhere in the countryside. Keep flashing the flashlight, and it should catch someone’s attention. It can also come in useful when you are trying to find something in your car at night.

Snacks

Snacks are some other things that can come in very handy if you do ever get stuck after breaking down. You can nibble on your snacks to prevent you from getting too hungry while you are waiting for the mechanic to get to you. Plus, these snacks can help keep you going on very long journeys! High-energy bars are probably the best snacks to keep in your glove box, but you can pick anything you prefer that has a long shelf life.