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Most of us, especially us seasoned drivers, have experienced a sudden blown tire or over-heating engine at some point in our driving careers. When these kinds of incidents would happen, we would safely navigate the vehicle to the shoulder of the road and take a look at the damage. In this scenario, would your roadside emergency been easier to handle had you owned an emergency roadside assistance kit? Think about it. A roadside emergency kit can mean the difference between a simple DIY repair, or a long wait for a tow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

No one wants to be stuck walking miles to a service station, or waiting hours on a tow truck. Many on-the-road disasters can be fixed or better-assisted with an emergency roadside kit. Continue reading to learn exactly what these kits contain, and where to get one for yourself and your fellow driving friends or loved ones!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Roadside Emergency Kits<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

There are several dangers associated with being stranded in a parking lot or on the side of the road. On-coming traffic collisions are a huge threat to anyone shouldered on the road with a broken down vehicle. This is especially true for highways. Vehicles at high speeds, combined with distracted driving, can mean that a driver might not see a person and hit them or their stranded vehicle. And parking lots can leave a person susceptible to car theft and muggings. You can\u2019t always be prepared for all roadside emergencies, and you certainly can\u2019t always prevent them, but an emergency kit for your car is a responsible and effective way to safeguard from several other obstacles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choosing a Kit<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Emergency roadside assistance kits come in various sizes and packages. There are simple basic kits you can purchase with just jumper cables, gloves, electrical tape, rain poncho, and a few tools. These 10 to 30-piece kits are great for teen drivers and anyone who doesn\u2019t commute long distances on a regular basis. For more devoted drivers, or people who drive long distances regularly, it is recommended to consider more comprehensive roadside kits. These kinds of kits cost more, but contain a lot more stuff. Things like jumper cables, gloves, screwdrivers, sockets, electrical tape, and more come standard, but these kits should also have emergency flares, hazard flags, reflective gear, tire jack, flashlight, AA batteries, wrench, and even a small medical kit. These kits can come in anything from 30-piece kits, to 70-piece kits, and larger. The right kit for you depends on the size of your vehicle, your town\u2019s geography, and your driving practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some common items found in a standard roadside emergency kit:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\u2691 First Aid Kit
\u2691 Reflector Triangles
\u2691 Road Flares
\u2691 Whistle
\u2691 Jumper Cables
\u2691 Car Jack
\u2691 Duct Tape
\u2691 Electrical Tape
\u2691 Fire Extinguisher<\/div>\n\n\n\n
\u2691 AA Batteries
\u2691 Pliers
\u2691 Screw Drivers
\u2691 Sockets
\u2691 Utility Knife
\u2691 Gloves
\u2691 Safety Vest
\u2691 Blanket
\u2691 And More<\/div>\n\n\n\n

24 Hour Roadside Emergency Service in Indianapolis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Call Zore\u2019s Towing at 317-247-8484<\/strong> for affordably-priced emergency roadside assistance<\/a> in Indianapolis and its surrounding counties. We offer 24 hour service, 7 days a week and 365 days a year. Regardless of your roadside assistance needs, we are fully-equipped and always on-duty to help. Choose from fuel delivery, lockout service, jump starts, and more. Call 317-247-8484<\/strong> when you need fast Indianapolis roadside assistance<\/strong> you can trust!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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