{"id":23723,"date":"2021-07-21T17:30:32","date_gmt":"2021-07-21T09:30:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/?p=23723"},"modified":"2021-07-21T17:33:44","modified_gmt":"2021-07-21T09:33:44","slug":"car-emergency-kit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/item\/car-emergency-kit","title":{"rendered":"Make Sure To Have These Items in Your Car Emergency Kit!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Driving a car can lead to all types of emergencies that happen when you least expect it even when your car is serviced regularly<\/a><\/span>. You can encounter roadworks, breakdowns, getting lost after a wrong turn, a flat tire in the rain, and so on.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Having the right car emergency kit in your car at all times will come in handy when you have to deal with the unexpected and keep you safe at the same time. <\/span>But make sure you plan your emergency car kit wisely. So, here are eight items to have in your emergency car kit before you drive out to your next destination.<\/span><\/p>\n

Eight Must-Have Car Accessories in Your Emergency Kit<\/strong><\/h2>\n

1. Multi-PurposeWindow Hammer<\/b><\/h3>\n

A multi-purpose window hammer is a safety device that can help in dire situations.\u00a0 Its primary use is for breaking through car windows and vertical glazing, which are usually tempered. In the event of a collision where you are unable to break through the doors, this window hammer can help you break free via your windows.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Some multi-purpose window hammers also come with a seat belt cutter and a small flashlight. Although, there are numerous hacks out there that use other objects found in a car to break windows, it is still best to bring along a window hammer as certain tempered windows require stronger force to break through them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Fire Extinguisher<\/b><\/h3>\n

A fire extinguisher is one of the most essential emergency items to have in your car at all times. Not only is it used to put out car fires, but it can also be used as a tool for self-defense.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Many car fires usually happen due to a short-circuit, and one kilogram (kg) of dry powder fire extinguisher is safe to be kept in any car. This extinguisher is ideally placed under the front passenger so that it is reachable in the event of an emergency and the price of one usually starts from RM70.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. First-Aid Kit<\/b><\/h3>\n

No one expects you to instantly turn into a medical hero in case of an emergency, but having a basic first aid kit in your car can surely help yourself and others. Not only would this kit help avoid the risk of more serious injuries, but in some cases, it can even save lives. Here are some of the items you should have in your first aid kit.<\/span><\/p>\n