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If you don't have these basic tools, please don't go on the road.

Road trips are fun. The fault is not. No matter how long the trip is, there is a risk of visiting the rumbling zone. However, even if we are a miller-level failure, you can do some preparations, such as owning a road trip kit.

Our kit contains some basic tools that can help solve common vehicle failures. You may never need to use them, but it is a good idea to throw them in the trunk just in case. If you have a flat tire, a blown fuse, or a burned taillight, these tools may help you avoid expensive towing or repair costs and return to the road immediately.

A gift of driving gear for your favorite road warrior

It is very important to pay close attention to your tire pressure. Improper tire inflation will affect fuel consumption, increase tire wear, and suggest slow leakage. Keep it handy and check your tire pressure throughout the road trip.

If you eventually find a flat tire and need to replace the spare tire, you may find that the vehicle's tire removal tool is a bit tedious. We recommend that you use a set of such lug nut sleeves to ensure the best fit when disassembling the wheel, especially if the lug nut is slightly expanded. 

If your lug nuts are too tight, try this 30-inch breaker rod. As leverage increases, your lug nuts should loosen-remember: loose your left hand! We recommend not to use it when tightening the lug nut of the spare tire to avoid over-tightening and possibly damaging the bolt-this will become a bigger problem. 

Corrosion can cause the back of the wheel to stick to the wheel hub of the vehicle, especially on the anti-rust tape. If the lug nut falls off and your wheel is still stuck, screw a lug nut into a few threads and use it to tap the back of the rim lightly-it should loosen.

If you have electrical problems and are familiar with the spider webs of your vehicle, then a roll of electrical tape can be a lifesaver. Use it to prevent short circuits or cover exposed copper. 

A blown fuse can cause a series of problems, so replacing it is a good starting point. This may be a good short-term solution, but remember-it fails for some reason first. Solve the original problem as soon as possible. 

When you check the fuse, a small needle nose pliers will be very handy. Grab, pull out, and inspect the faulty fuses-the process of using these fuses is faster than trying to reach into them. Pliers can also help solve other problems, such as dropped bolts or credit cards. 

When you remove the plastic fastener clips or disconnect the connectors, the mini hook sets may get stuck, and if you try to remove them by hand, they will become brittle and break due to heat. Food is essential here. 

Cars (annoying) use various screws, so please prepare tools to solve all problems. This multi-head screwdriver from Klein has eight different heads for loosening a series of parts from the taillight housing to the air intake clamp. 

A spare flashlight is a must-have for any road trip. This Rechoo waterproof flashlight can emit up to 2000 lumens of light-perfect for roadside tire inspections at night or trying to find missing chicken nuggets.