Motorists advised to ‘fill their boots’ with winter essentials
With temperatures expected to plummet later this week, Halfords is advising drivers not to be caught unprepared for the cold snap by encouraging them to carry essential winter items in their car boot at all times.
As Britain braces itself for Siberian temperatures and forecasters predict temperatures as low as -10C in places, Halfords has compiled a top ten list of ‘sub-zero heroes’ that can help motorists avoid being stranded at the roadside and left out in the cold.
Halfords Commercial Director, Paul McClenaghan, said: “Carrying de-icer and an ice scraper simply isn’t enough. It’s time drivers checked the content of their car boots and ensure they are prepared for the worst that the British weather can throw at them.”
Sub-zero Heroes:
1. AA breakdown & emergency kit (£29.99) - contains many items needed in an emergency including a weatherproof torch & batteries, hazard warning, tow rope and booster cables.
2. Snow shovel (9.99) - remove slush and snow from under your wheels to regain traction.
3. High visibility jacket (4.99) - fluorescent clothing to ensure you remain visible when moving around outside your vehicle.
4. AA snow & ice grips (6.99) - avoid slip-ups with these universal grips that fasten easily to footwear to provide a sure-footing.
5. Plasti-can, 5 litre (£5.99) - journeys can take longer during the winter due to the weather and resulting traffic so carrying spare fuel is recommended (available for petrol & diesel).
6. Holts Tyreweld, 500ml (£9.99) - snow and ice can obscure puncture causing debris. This emergency puncture repair solution seals and inflates punctured tyres instantly eliminating the need for an immediate tyre change.
7. Fireblitz BC fire extinguisher, 800g (£19.99) - stationary traffic can lead to overheating and increase the risk of engine fires. This compact dry powder aerosol fire extinguisher is designed for use in vehicles and suitable for tackling liquid fires involving petrol or diesel.
8. RAC high protection thermal blanket (£12.99) - keeps you warm, dry and visible while waiting to be rescued – as used by the emergency services.
9. Halfords flask, 1 litre (£7.99) - ideal for keeping drinks hot and constructed from stainless steel for easy cleaning and durability.
10. Halfords first aid kit, medium (£16.99) - in the event of injury the kit contains wipes, plasters, dressings, gloves, scissors, safety pins and a roll of tape.
Paul McClenaghan added: “Even if people think they are prepared, it is still a good idea to double-check. By ensuring that fuel cans are full, first aid kits have been replenished, torch batteries are renewed etc. - drivers can avoid an unpleasant surprise when an item they rely on isn’t there or doesn’t perform as it should just when they need it most.”
For more information, visit Halfords.com.
