GOV.UK advice
Car emergency kit
A starter kit covering much of the GOV.UK winter car list. Add food, drink and blankets.
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Our pick
Ice scraper and de-icer
Clear windows fully before driving, as the Highway Code requires.
What to look for
- A brush end clears snow
- Never use boiling water on glass
- Keep de-icer in the boot
Why it’s in the kit
This is our recommendation. It supports the official GOV.UK advice but isn’t named in it.
Part of our winter car kit range.
Guides that mention this
Winter Car Kit UK: Emergency Checklist
The GOV.UK winter car kit list: torch, charger, warm clothes, blankets, hi-vis, jump leads, food, drink, snow shovel and first aid kit.
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GOV.UK advice
Jump leads or jump starter
GOV.UK lists jump leads. A portable jump starter works without a second car and doubles as a power bank.
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GOV.UK advice
High-visibility vests
Named in the official winter car kit. Stay visible if you break down.
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GOV.UK advice
Folding snow shovel
On the GOV.UK winter car kit list to dig out if you get stuck.
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