Remember Batman’s handy utility belt? The one that housed various small weapons, such as his Batarangs, lock picks and tracers, which helped him win fights? If there’s anything we’ve learnt from watching reruns of Batman, it’s that it always pays to be well-equipped. Always.
Whether it’s something as mild, but annoying, like a bird’s number two or a flat tyre, these are some things that are great to have in your car.
A bottle of water, a big one, preferably 1.5-litres, will save you when your car overheats. With some water at the ready, you can top up the radiator and rush to your nearest workshop.
There are a million other uses for the water, like rinsing off bird waste from your precious paintwork. And from experience, if a friend decides to hurl vomit all over your dashboard, having water and some cloths help reduce the damage done before you can make it to your nearest carwash.
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In the event of an accident, it’s a great habit to sketch how it happened, and have in writing what the other party says – especially if a private settlement is agreed upon. On a lighter note, having a pen and notebook lets you entertain your kids without an electrical outlet.
Such a kit helps ensure that you are and ready to respond appropriately if you are in an accident by providing step-by-step instructions so that proper reporting procedures are followed and adequately documented. Sign up as a MyCarForum Premium Member or upgrade your existing membership for a complimentary welcome gift pack, inclusive of the aforementioned accident kit.
It’s not uncommon to forget to top up your cash card once in awhile.
Many a time, we’ve seen a car stuck at the exit gantry of a carpark due to insufficient funds in the driver’s cash card, accompanied by a snaking queue behind. It’s no fun causing a jam and having to reverse out of the way while a string of cars honk angrily at you.
To save yourself the panic, embarrassment and inconvenience, have a spare cash card in your car. Just ensure that it, too, has money in it