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.

If you own a car, there are certain gizmos you should have for the just-in-case — think: jumper cables, a flashlight and reflectors. The Vetoos Car Roadside Emergency Kit has all that and more and ...

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You never expect to be in a dire situation, but it's good to be prepared in case one occurs. Your phone is a great tool in case of an emergency, but don't rely on it -- after all, it can get wet, ...

With very little warning, all of us can find ourselves in an emergency situation when driving. It could be a flat tire, a fender bender, or you could even become trapped or stranded. Do you have ...

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Look, we get it. It’s 2023: you carry a smartphone with you at all times, and you probably have both an AAA membership and the app. In most situations, those will be the most important tools in your ...

Wintery conditions can make roadways difficult to maneuver, and you’ll want to make sure you are prepared before you are unexpectedly in need of help. Jessica Wills and Rachael Maurer are standing by ...

Your road trip checklist may include in-car entertainment and luggage – but safety experts say you may be missing something important: A car emergency kit. The Automobile Association of America can ...

Having a car unlocks the seemingly endless freedom of the open road — and the inevitability that something will eventually leave you stranded on the side of it, wishing you had an emergency car kit ...