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Winter Essentials for your CAR

• ‍Screen Wash - should be mixed at the correct ratio to stop it freezing in the car and nozzles.
• ‍Engine Coolant - (Antifreeze) again should be mixed to the correct ratio. If too weak or too strong it can impair the performance.
• ‍Engine Oil - Make sure you have the correct engine oil as specified by the manufacturer. This will reduce undue wear on the engine during cold starting.
• ‍Battery - Make sure the battery is fully charged (and is holding it’s charge). Cold temperatures put greater demand on the battery.
• ‍Ice Scrapper - Allows you to manually clear the ice/snow.
• ‍De-Icer - Helps clear the ice/snow quicker. Failure to remove snow and ice properly could incur a fine and add 3 points to your licence.
• ‍Torch & Spare Batteries - If you break down, you'll need to find a safe place to wait for roadside assistance. A torch will help light your way on a dark verge.
• ‍Mobile Phone - Make sure your phone is fully charged, or carry a portable charger in case of breakdown. If you're delayed because of bad weather (or in a weather related incident), it's a good idea to let your loved ones know. It'll save them worrying and stop any distracting texts and phone calls coming in while you're behind the wheel.

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Winter Essentials for the DRIVER/PASSENGER

• ‍Warning Triangle - A must have by law
• ‍Warm Clothing - To keep you warm if you get stuck due to the weather. A blanket is also a good idea.
• Water & Non-perishable Snacks - If you breakdown you want to make sure you stay hydrated and have some food incase of a long wait.
• ‍High Vis - A must have by law.
• ‍First Aid Kit - It's always a good idea to keep a first aid kit in your car.
• ‍Sunglasses - It might seem strange to put sunglasses on a winter checklist. But actually, the low sun in winter can dazzle drivers and cause glare.
• ‍Fuel Can - You'd be surprised how many breakdowns are caused by running out of fuel.
• ‍Shovel - To help clear heavy snow.
• ‍Tow Rope - To assist in moving stuck vehicles.
• ‍Rock Salt - To add additional grip to slippery surfaces.

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