Driving a car in Dubai gives maximum pleasure. Well-maintained highways make for a smooth drive. But still should always be prepared for emergencies whether you drive a Car, truck, or SUV. Always carry some essential gear in your vehicle to make sure that you are prepared for those situations. For example, what will happen if your passenger receives a laceration on their arm or leg, bleeding heavily and you’re far away from help, do you have a proper trauma first aid kit to stop the bleeding and administer first aid? If you were driving in the middle of some god-forsaken highway in the middle of the desert and you realized you had a screw in your tire losing air pressure. There’s no way you are going to make it to the next service station. Do you have the proper tools and equipment to repair that tire and reinflate that tire? Or what if the weather is too hot, and you’re driving on a highway there’s a deadly accident up the road? Highway patrol decides to shut down the highway, and you are stuck in your car for five to ten hours. Are you prepared to handle a situation like that well?
In today’s blog, we are going to go over thetop 10 things that we think you should carry in your car all the time.
Proper First Aid Kit and Cash:
First Aid Kit: You need to have some heavy trauma dressing, Some four by-fours some five by-nines. A pair of trauma shears, some Neosporin, and some small band-aids, also carry a Sam splint. If you’re in the middle of nowhere and somebody breaks the wrist or breaks their arm you can splint the broken bone. Also, keep some medical tape that completes your compact serious trauma kit. Keep this attached to the passenger side rear upper door handle like the handle you use to get in and out of the vehicle. If there’s an emergency you will know exactly where it is.
cash: always keep at least 100 AED of cash hidden away somewhere in your vehicle, if you’re far away from home and you forget your wallet and credit cards are declined, or your wallet gets stolen. This cash will buy you fuel and allow you to get home or a hotel room. and if you need to eat something, this will allow you to buy some food. so it is always a good idea to have at least 100 AED cash hidden somewhere in your vehicle.
Tool Kit:
The next thing we recommend you a tool kit, you can have a reallybasic tool kit or you could have a complex toolkit. This is especially important if you’re mechanically inclined, because if you have some kind of breakdown on the highway, this toolset may be the saving grace that gets you home. What you should have in your toolkit, is a pair of needle nose pliers, a pair of snips box cutters, adjustable wrenches, channel lock, wire strippers, another set of wire strippers, some basic common size box wrenches in metric sae, electrical tape, torx keys, Allen keys, spool of mechanics wire.
The spool of mechanics is very important. If you’re ever in an accident or something is hanging from your vehicle like your front bumper after an accident spool of wire can be used to tie up vehicle hangings, potentially saving hundreds of dollars on tow costs, if insurance doesn’t cover the cost. That so mechanics wire is something really handy to have. Also have some extra socket wrenches, spare electrical crimps, a screwdriver and its different heads, and an electrical tester in the tool kit.
Tire Plug Kit:
The tire plug kit includes a tire pressure gauge, a valve stem kit with a tool, replacement valve stems, and valve stem caps. There’s also a little folding knife right there to cut off the excess for the tire. First of all clean and enlarge the puncher hole, through an inserting tool insert the rubber which is made of flexible material into the puncture hole, inflate the tire with a portable compressor, and resume your journey.
So this is just a really handy kit to have, going to a tire shop and spending 50 or 60 AED or not being able to go to a tire shop you know you’re in the middle of the desert or something you can remove that nailer screw from your tire and plug it. With a kit like this all right.
Portable Compressor:
you should have some type of portable compressor to go along with your tire plug kit. It is a tool used for inflating tires. A portable compressor has many benefits, it is easy to carry, it has multiple Nozzles to inflate different tires and sports equipment, and it also gives you the light option which is useful in low-light conditions.
Heavy-duty Jumper Cable Set:
20-foot long number four gauge jumper cables are ideal for dead batteries, creating a larger path for current flow, allowing quicker jump-starts and safer connections. They make it easier to hook up in recessed areas.
Food and Drinks:
We recommend that you have some emergency food and water, like keeping some nuts in the vehicle. The reason is the nuts have a long shelf life. they’re high in protein and high in fat so when it comes to an emergency this is a good survival food.
Tow Straps:
Tow straps are essential for road trips, especially in snowy or desert areas. A simple, cheap nylon tow strap can save money and provide self-sufficiency. Ideally, a chain in heavy vehicles is recommended, but a simple nylon tow strap can be stored in the car.
Fuses:
you should always have some spare fuses. You must take a look in your fuse box at some point, just to see what style of fuses you have in your car. Nowadays it’s very common to see three different styles of fuses you know and just a standard blade fuse kit will not cover your needs
Flashlight:
A high-powered flashlight is a convenient alternative to a cell phone. Flashlights will help you at night in case of flat tire situations. Its freestanding base allows for easy positioning and can be used as a signaling device. While mobile phones can be difficult to prop up and position, having a high-powered flashlight in your kit is essential for night trips.
Extra Water:
Carrying extra water is essential while going on long trips. Water will keep you hydrated and keep you alert. In long-distance travel, especially in Dubai, there is a fair chance that your vehicle may be overheated. Use water on the coolant hoses to decrease the heat.
Make sure to keep some water in a tightly sealed water container to prevent leaks during travel. Keep it in the trunk, frequently examine the car engine and other parts’ temperature, and know when to use the water. Always ensure the engine is cool before adding water to avoid trauma. Water can also remove specks of dirt from the car’s interior and exterior. Always keep enough water in your car during long trips to avoid engine failure and to stay hydrated.
Conclusions:
In emergencies like accidents, and disasters, Having a cell phone is essential. call an emergency number as soon as you can to get assistance quickly. Instead of a smartphone, it’s critical to have a few basic tools and accessories in your vehicle such as a trauma first aid kit, tire plug kit, food and drinks, portable compressor, tow straps, spare fuses, flashlight, and extra water in your car. Also keep heavy trauma dressing, scissors, Neosporin, small band-aids, Sam splint, medical tape, Sam splint. needle nose pliers, snips, box cutters, adjustable wrenches, channel locks, wire strippers, electrical tape, torx keys, Allen keys, a spool of mechanics wire, a tire plug kit with a tire pressure gauge,
A portable compressor, a heavy-duty jumper cable to deal with dead batteries, a high-powered flashlight, and different types of fuses. You should also have extra water in the car as it keeps you hydrated and alert.
