AAA responds to millions of roadside calls each year. A basic kit in your trunk could be the difference between a minor delay and a dangerous situation.
ITEM 1 OF 5⚡
Jumper Cables
A dead battery is the #1 roadside emergency. Get 20-foot, 4-gauge cables — cheap ones snap in cold weather. Cost: ~$25
ITEM 2 OF 5🩹
First Aid Kit
A compact kit handles cuts, scrapes, and sprains. Look for one with bandages, antiseptic wipes, gauze, and medical tape. Cost: ~$15
ITEM 3 OF 5🌡️
Emergency Mylar Blanket
Retains 90% of body heat. If you're stranded in winter, this $2 item can save your life. Pack two — one for a passenger.
ITEM 4 OF 5💧
Water + Emergency Food Bar
2 bottles of water and a 3,600-calorie emergency bar. If you're waiting hours for a tow in the heat, hydration comes first. Cost: ~$12
ITEM 5 OF 5🔦
LED Flashlight + Extra Batteries
Night breakdowns are twice as dangerous. A bright flashlight signals to drivers and helps you see the problem. Add road flares for visibility. Cost: ~$15
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Total Cost: ~$70
⚡Jumper cables (20ft, 4-gauge)
🩹Compact first aid kit
🌡️2× Mylar emergency blankets
💧Water + emergency food bar
🔦LED flashlight + batteries
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