5 Must Haves For Your Mid-Sized Car This Summer - AllCarIndex
Gas prices might be going up, but summer is still the best time for road trips, whether a nice drive around the lake after work or a weekend getaway in the mountains to get some relief from the heat. If you're taking on the road in your mid-sized car, you'll want these items to make your life a little easier.
1. Have Your AC Update To Date
Get your AC serviced before it gets really hot. You'll beat the rush of people whose AC broke down while staying more comfortable through the afternoon when you really need the AC. Pick up a can of AC Pro Autozone, which eliminates odors in your AC system.
2. Keep Emergency Kits On You
Winter emergency kits focus on warmth and safety, so you should update your emergency kit for summer driving. You may want to include more bottled water in your trunk in case of a breakdown. For summer emergencies, you want sunscreen and raingear, to manage different weather conditions. Check your first aid kit to make sure it's well-supplied and up-to-date. Heat can drain flashlight batteries. Double-check that your flashlight is working. Toss an extra phone charger into your car, too.
3. Air Freshener
You sweat more in the summer, which can make your car smell worse after a long day. If you spend the day at the beach, you might be damp when you get in the car. It may not be bad at first, but when your car sits overnight, the smell can be worse in the morning. A can of Smokex can quickly eliminate unpleasant odors.
4. Floor Mats or Liners
Floor mats protect the floor of your car, maintaining its value longer. You probably pick up more dirt and grime in the summer from more places, so you want something that makes it easier to keep your car clean. Floor mats and liners are easier to remove and wash off. If your passengers spill drinks, floor liners that custom-fit your car keep the liquid from ruining your carpet.
5. A Large Wool Blanket
A sturdy wool blanket may not be first on your list of must-haves, but it can do multiple duties. You can use it as a makeshift picnic tablecloth or set it on the ground in the park for a nice outing. Turn it into a seat cover for a wet pet after the dog park. Cover your cold groceries to keep them cooler on the drive home. If need be, your wool blanket can act as a poncho or even as a sleeping bag if you want to or need to camp at the last minute.
Make Your Car Comfortable and Functional
Jumper cables and a car battery charger can be other useful items to keep in your car. Some people include a truck ATV ramp for emergencies. You know where you're driving and what problems you may come across based on your car's age and maintenance. Autozone can help you stay safer on the road with supplies that make your summer driving more efficient and comfortable.