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First Car Essentials: 15 Must-Have Items
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items Embarking on your first car adventure? Don't leave the driveway without these 15 essential items, ensuring safety and preparedness on every journey. This list will continue to grow as I come across items. Note: Links are affiliate links, and I may ea...
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Emergency & Safety
Maintenance & Practicality
Emergency & Safety
Your safety on the road is paramount. This section covers essential items to prepare you for unexpected situations. From jump-starting your car to handling minor injuries, these tools will help you navigate emergencies with confidence. Being prepared...
Emergency Roadside Kit: This should include jumper cables, a tow rope, a flashlight, and basic tools.
EverStart Deluxe Kit with Booster Cables. Assembled Product Dimensions: 12in x 14in x 5in
First-Aid Kit: Essential for minor injuries.
Equate On-the-Go First Aid Kit - Home, Travel, Office, Auto, School, 85 Pieces
Tire Pressure Gauge: Regularly checking tire pressure is crucial for safety and fuel efficiency.
Tire Pressure Gauge, Handy Air Gauge, Digital Tester, Car Auto Gauge Tool, Blue, 0-150 Psi Battery Included
Jumper Cables: For those unexpected dead battery moments. Please note, the emergency roadside kit already include jumper cables. These are longer than the one in the kit.
EverStart Maxx 4-Gauge Professional Grade 20-Foot Booster Cables
Flashlight (with extra batteries): Essential for nighttime emergencies.
Rayovac Camping LED Bulb Flashlights, 100 & 65 Lumens, 3-Pack, AA Size Batteries Included
Reflective Warning Triangles or Flares: To alert other drivers to your presence in case of a breakdown.
Road Triangle DOT Approved, Reflector Warning Safety Triangles Kit for Vehicles, Roadside Emergency Triangles 3 pack
Spare Tire and Jack (and lug wrench): Make sure you know how to use them! Please note that this is an example, and it may not work for your car. Go to the site, and get the right one for your car.
ALL-CARB 4 Pcs Spare Tire Lug Wrench Jack Tool Kit Replacement for 2000-2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 GMC Sierra
Maintenance & Practicality
Maintaining your vehicle and keeping it organized is key to a smooth driving experience. This section features practical items that will help you with routine maintenance and keep your car clean and comfortable. From quick tire adjustments to keeping...
Portable Tire Inflator: Very handy for quick tire pressure adjustments.
GOOLOO AP150 Tire Inflator Portable Air Compressor, 150 PSI Cordless Tire Pump with Digital Pressure Gauge, LED Light, Auto-shutoff for Cars Bikes Motorcycles Balls
Basic Tool Kit: Including screwdrivers, wrenches, and pliers.
Hyper Tough 116pc Home Repair Tool Set, New, 11inX13inX3in 6.06lb
Ice Scraper and Snow Brush (if applicable): Essential for winter driving.
Snow Joe 2-in-1 Telescoping Snow Broom + Ice Scraper, 18" x 6" Foam Head
Car Phone Charger: To keep your phone powered on the go.
4 in 1 Retractable Car Charger, 100W Fast Car Phone Charger with iPhone and Type C Cable and 2 Charging Ports Car Charger Adapter
Car Documents (registration, insurance, etc.): Keep these organized and easily accessible.
FINPAC Car Registration & Insurance Card Holder, Glove Box Card Organizer Wallet, Car Document Holder for Cards, Driver License & other Essential Documents, Pink
Here's another option to storage and organize your car reg. and insurance.
CANOPUS Car Registration and Insurance Holder, Car Document Holder, Vehicle Glove Box Organizer, Wallet for Auto, Motorcycle, Truck, 1 Holder with 2 Sets of EZ Pass Strips, SUV
Windshield Washer Fluid: For clear visibility.
Rain-X -20F 2-In-1 All-Season Washer Fluid
Microfiber cloths: For cleaning the inside or outside of the car.
Great Value Multipurpose Microfiber Household Cleaning Cloth & Wipe, 12 Count, Multicolor
Trash bags: To keep your car clean.
Herrnalise Drawstring Car Trash Bag, 20PCS Stick-On Disposable Car Trash Bags, Self-Adhesive Kitchen Storage Bag for Car Office Bedroom Bathroom Portable Convenient (Black)
Use this to storage these items, and for food and drinks when needed.
Car Trunk Organizer 110L, Collapsible Large Storage Box with Cooler Bag for Cars, Black