Winter Weather Car Guide

It seems that cell phone can almost "do it all" for you, if only they could change a tire!  A cell phone like the Blackberry Curve 8320 provides you with not only a means of contacting someone from AAA to a best friend to ask for help. It offers directory assistance so you can find gas stations, tow trucks and repair shops as well as Google Maps and GPS system.  Not everyone wants a cell phone that can do it all, so consider purchasing a "pay as you go" cell phone that allows you to budget your cell phone spending and using only what you need.

If you don't have the latest and greatest in cell phones, the Garmin Nuvi 760 GPS can not only help you get from one place to another but help you find alternative directions should weather conditions cause detours, and locate tow trucks and repair shops to help you get on the road again.

This 12 ft 8 Gauge Jumper Cable really sparks things up when your car battery needs a little jump.  The 12 feet may seem like a lot but not when you may be parked rather far away from when help arrives from a Good Samaritan.  It's heavy duty, strong, and safe for getting your car started and you on your way.

The Jerry Can Gas Can can help you when you are down and out - of gas.  The wide based curved handle helps with an unfortunately long walk back to the car and the rectangular shape helps it stay sturdy without spilling while filling it up or setting the can down on the ground while you take the gas cap off. The shape also makes for easy storage in any car, van or SUV.

"Pump it up" with this Digitial Tire Gauge that is automatic and easy enough for even me to use.  The glow in the dark digital display helps you see your tire pressure number quickly and easily even on the darkest of winter nights.  The curved handle makes it easy to hold, even when wearing winter gloves. 

Prestone is a name many people trust when it comes to caring for their car.  The Prestone Spray De-Icer 11 ounces helps you melt your icy troubles away quickly whether it's on the key on an older molder car or your window and window shield.

Earth Friendly Ice Melt is an eco-friendly alternative to chemical snow and ice melts on your sidewalks and under your tires. You may need to keep several "bottles" of this available in your car and garage because you never know when you need a quick fix to get your car out of the snow or a little extra help on your sidewalk, walkway or entrance to your home.

A few other items you should have in your car to keep you safe and warm until help should arrive are:

• blankets to stay warm after all your car may not be running;
• clothing to change into after working out in the wet and cold of snow you will need to get dry and;
• an emergency supply of food and water for example granola bars and bottled water.

Don't leave home without them.