Dark Justice Survival • Survival Guides
A vehicle kit isn’t “prepper gear.” It’s how you avoid being stranded, freezing, bleeding, or walking in the dark. This page gives you a clean, repeatable baseline: what to carry, where to store it, and what matters first when things go sideways.
Most “emergencies” aren’t dramatic. They’re boring problems that turn dangerous because you’re unprepared: dead battery, flat tire, no cell service, night + rain, minor injury, unexpected cold. This kit is a baseline standard so you don’t rely on luck.
This is the “pass/fail” list. You can upgrade later, but don’t skip the basics. If you want a broader baseline beyond the car, start with the Free Survival Checklist.
Rule: your phone is not a plan. It dies. It breaks. It loses signal. Carry dedicated light + power.
If you’ve never used your jack/wrench, test it once at home. Your “first time” shouldn’t be on the shoulder at night.
Your first job is to not get hit. Light yourself up, mark the vehicle, then work the problem.
Keep it simple. The goal is to stop bleeding, prevent infection, and stay functional until help or home.
Weather kills fast when you’re stuck. Your kit should let you wait safely for hours if needed.
If you carry cord/rope, learn a few knots that matter: 5 Simple Knots →
Pack your core items into one bag/tote so you can pull it out fast: light, power, warmth, medical, and a few tools. If it’s spread out, it won’t get used.
A reliable light, a way to start the car (jump starter or cables), a way to fix/inflate a tire, a basic med kit, and warmth (emergency blanket + layer).
Usually, yes. A jump starter works even if nobody stops to help. Cables are still useful, but they depend on another vehicle and access.
Keep a small “core” in the cabin (light, med, charger), and keep the bigger items in the trunk (tire tools, warmth, recovery gear). Store the seatbelt cutter/window tool within driver reach.
Every 90 days is a clean schedule. Check batteries, water/snacks, and anything that expires. Replace used items immediately.
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