As cooler temperatures slowly spread across North America, preparing for winter weather is becoming top of mind for most of us and you can’t start preparing too early. Since winter weather can be a bit hard to predict, we recommend always traveling with an emergency kit. In case you encounter inclement weather or an unplanned stop on your route, here are some items we recommend having on hand for your winter travels:
• Properly fitting tire chains
• Bag of sand or salt
• Traction mats
• Snow shovel
• Snow brush
• Ice scraper
• Booster cables
• Warning devices such as flares or emergency lights
• Fuel line de-icer (methanol, also called methyl alcohol or methyl hydrate)
• Flashlight and a portable flashing light (don’t forget extra batteries)
• Blanket
• Extra clothing, including hat, wind-proof pants, socks and warm footwear
• First aid kit
Once your emergency kit is ready to go, make sure you also know who to call should an emergency arise. With 24-hour availability and dedicated technicians, our Truck Care Road Side Assistance is only one call away should you need help on the road. To find a Truck Care location near you, or to quickly call for assistance, download the myPilot app today. For more information about our Truck Care services, call (888) 997- 1034 or visit https://pilotflyingj.com/truck-care/.
