We don’t have any Boy Scouts in our family, but we try to travel with as much preparedness as we can stand, which means that we always have a road trip first aid kit stashed in the trunk of our car.

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A well-stocked winter car emergency kit should address potential loss of heat, traction, and power. Essential items include blankets, a shovel, a portable jump starter, and a first-aid kit. Other ...

In an emergency you will need to be prepared and have the right gear in case you need it. Carry equipment for treating injuries, inflating or changing tires or starting a dead battery. Cars are safe ...

Seventy percent of winter deaths related to snow and ice occur in cars, according to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Depending on where you live, wintertime can bring severe cold ...

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is encouraging drivers to update their emergency car kits for spring.