Tactical Car Essentials

You never know what situation may arise that will leave you in your car and having to deal with a disaster. Because of this, it’s important to have some tactical car essentials to help you get through any situation with everything you could need.

We’ve put together a list of tactical car essentials for you to keep in your car at all times in case of emergency. Whether you are leaving because of a natural disaster or simply stranded on the side of a highway, these tools can come in handy.

First aid kit- have one of these in your car at all times. You never know when you or someone else may become injured on a road trip or during an escape plan out of a dire situation.

Flashlight- you never know when you may break down or have an emergency, so make sure you can see properly to assess the situation.

Blankets- keep a blanket in your trunk, it won’t take up much room but can help in a variety of emergency situations.

Sunscreen- even in winter you can get a bad sunburn, so make sure to include this essential in your car. Just make sure to change it out if it expires!

Matches or a lighter- this will give you the ability to start a fire for warmth or to signal for help if need be.

Food and water- put together some meals that won’t spoil, as well as some water bottles and some water purification tablets or an emergency water purifier. Try to put enough for a couple of days, in case help is farther out.

Tarp and paracord- this can be used to rig up a shelter, in case you become separated from your car or need to abandon it.

Radio- in case of loss of cell phone, you’ll want to have an emergency radio on you.

Spare cell phone cords and battery chargers- put a spare cord in the car as well as a separate battery powered phone charger, that way you won’t be in trouble in case of a low phone battery.

To keep everything organized and in one place, put all of your items in a backpack or duffle bag, and keep them in your car in case of emergencies. These tactical car essentials could wind up saving your life in the case of an emergency.