A vehicle breakdown can happen at any time, causing an inconvenient and sometimes dangerous situation for you and your passengers. To prepare yourself for this type of emergency, pack the most essential items you will need in the event of an unexpected breakdown. The auto collision repair team at Kilani Fender, a dent repair shop located in Wahiawa, HI, discuss the most important items to have in your car in case of an emergency.

Keep these four items in your car at all times in case of a breakdown:

• First-Aid Kit: A well-stocked first-aid kit helps you address any injuries while you're away from home. Your emergency first-aid kit should include bandages, tweezers, cloth tape, aspirin, and antibiotic ointment.
• Jumper Cables: Although many people have jumper cables in their car, many drivers are not sure how to use them if their car battery dies. Learn the correct way to jump your battery ahead of time in case you ever need to use them.
• Emergency Lighting: If your car breaks down at night, road flares or reflectors make you visible to other drivers and emergency vehicles. Flashlights with a supply of extra batteries can help you when you're changing a tire or jumping your car battery at night.
• Spare Tire & Car Jack: Keep a spare tire in your car at all times, and learn how to change a flat tire, even if you have roadside assistance. Flat tires are responsible for most vehicle breakdowns, and if help isn't available when you need it, you'll be able to change the tire yourself.

The auto collision team at Kilani Fender provides affordable, high-quality dent repair services, making your vehicle look brand new again. Give their team a call at (808) 621-4888 to learn more about their auto body work. You can also visit them online to schedule an auto collision repair appointment.