Top 10 Things to Keep in Your Car

Here’s the truth: You spend a lot of time in your car. Driving to and from work every day, to and from soccer practice, school, the mall, the list goes on. And unfortunately there is always a chance of an emergency. So it’s better to be safe than sorry.

So, what are the 'Top 10 Things to Keep in Your Car'?

#10).  It's a good idea to keep some basic fluids in your car like windshield washer fluid, oil and coolant. If you know that your car leaks something specific you should monitor the leak and keep the necessary amount of fluid in your car to prevent mishaps.

#9).  Matches and a candle should be kept in your car, as crazy as that sounds. If you get stranded in your car in the cold the flame from the candle can emit enough heat to keep you from getting hypothermia or from freezing to death. The bigger the candle the warmer you will be.

#8).   When it comes to a car accident or even a little fender bender, a camera can come in handy. Whether you scare people with the pictures or use them for photographic evidence in court, you will be glad you had the camera in your car.

#7).   Unless your a suspect for murder, you should keep a shovel in your car. If you ever get stuck in the snow or even just mud, a shovel is a great help. Pair it up with an old piece of carpet for some extra help.

#6).   It would be wise to keep a blanket in you car. It is convenient to have if the person in the backseat is cold or if you get stranded.

#5).  A flashlight is nice to have in your car if you need to check out your engine or change a tire in the dark. If you use a battery operated flashlight, don't keep the batteries in the flashlight. The flashlight will drain the batteries, while it's in your car you should tape the batteries to the flashlight. You could also get the flashlights that turn on when you shake them or twist them.

#4).  A nice head start when your car dies is jumper cables, then you just have to find a car to jump you. You could just skip that part all together and get a battery operated start kit to keep in your car instead.

#3).  Obviously a spare tire and tire repair tools. You never know when you're going to blow a tire.

#2).   Most people usually keep their cell phone on them but it is always a good idea to take it with you in the car. It is an even better idea to get a car charger to keep in you car also. The only time you really need your cell phone is when it is either dying or dead.

#1).  The most important thing you should keep in your car is a map. Getting lost isn't fun and a map of the area could save you from hours of meaningless driving.  Maps are preferable over GPS because many GPS device's aren't up-to-date with current road changes and additions.