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Imagine driving down some rural lanes, late at night, on a freezing winter evening. All of a sudden, your car’s engine management light comes on and it suddenly stops. You're stranded on the side of the road, with no mobile phone service and no one else in sight. What do you do?

If you're prepared, you'll have everything you need to stay safe and comfortable until help arrives. Here are a few essential items to carry in your car in case of a breakdown:

Jump cables: If your battery dies, a good Samaritan with jump cables can give you a boost and get you back on the road.

Torch and extra batteries: A torch is essential for visibility at night or in low-light conditions.

Warning triangle: A warning triangle helps to alert other drivers to your presence on the side of the road. This is especially important on busy A roads and motorways, where other drivers may not see you.

First-aid kit: A first-aid kit can be used to treat minor injuries or illnesses, such as cuts, scrapes and headaches.

Food and water: Pack a few bottles of water and some snacks, such as granola bars or trail mix that you can leave in your car for long periods. It will be useful in the event of a long wait.

Tools: A basic toolkit can be used to make minor repairs to your car, such as changing a tyre or tightening up a clamp.

Phone and charger: Make sure to have a USB charging device in your car so you can charge your phone no matter what.

Blanket or sleeping bag: If you break down in cold weather, a blanket or sleeping bag can help you stay warm.

Map: A map can be helpful if you lose phone service or your cars GPS navigation system fails.

Reflective vest: A reflective vest can help you stay visible to other drivers, especially at night.

Here at Auto Factor we stock a huge variety of car essentials for you to carry with you this winter. We stock some of the biggest names in auto care, including AA and Ring Automotive products which are perfect for storing in your car in the event of an emergency.

Imagine driving down some rural lanes, late at night, on a freezing winter evening. All of a sudden, your car’s engine management light comes on and it suddenly stops. You're stranded on the side of the road, with no mobile phone service and no one else in sight. What do you do?

If you're prepared, you'll have everything you need to stay safe and comfortable until help arrives. Here are a few essential items to carry in your car in case of a breakdown:

Jump cables: If your battery dies, a good Samaritan with jump cables can give you a boost and get you back on the road.

Torch and extra batteries: A torch is essential for visibility at night or in low-light conditions.

Warning triangle: A warning triangle helps to alert other drivers to your presence on the side of the road. This is especially important on busy A roads and motorways, where other drivers may not see you.

First-aid kit: A first-aid kit can be used to treat minor injuries or illnesses, such as cuts, scrapes and headaches.

Food and water: Pack a few bottles of water and some snacks, such as granola bars or trail mix that you can leave in your car for long periods. It will be useful in the event of a long wait.

Tools: A basic toolkit can be used to make minor repairs to your car, such as changing a tyre or tightening up a clamp.

Phone and charger: Make sure to have a USB charging device in your car so you can charge your phone no matter what.

Blanket or sleeping bag: If you break down in cold weather, a blanket or sleeping bag can help you stay warm.

Map: A map can be helpful if you lose phone service or your cars GPS navigation system fails.

Reflective vest: A reflective vest can help you stay visible to other drivers, especially at night.

Here at Auto Factor we stock a huge variety of car essentials for you to carry with you this winter. We stock some of the biggest names in auto care, including AA and Ring Automotive products which are perfect for storing in your car in the event of an emergency.