Basic Emergency Kit For Your Car

Emergencies can occur anywhere at any time.  You may find yourself on the road when one does occur so why not be prepared with the following kept in your car

Non-perishable food (e.g. energy bars)

Water in plastic bottles, ensure there is enough room for the water to expand when it freezes and not break the bottle.
First-aid kit
Seatbelt cutter & windshield breaker tool
Shovel
Compass
Extra clothing and footwear
Ice scraper and brush
Methyl hydrate (for fuel line and windshield de-icing)
Small Tool Kit
Road maps
Matches and a "survival" candle in a deep can (to warm hands, heat a drink or use as an   emergency light)
Antifreeze/windshield washer fluid
Booster cables
Flashlight (crank powered or with extra batteries)
Blanket (special "survival" blankets are best)
Copy of emergency plan and personal documents
Sand, salt or kitty litter
Traction mats
Tow chain
Cloth or roll of paper towels
Warning light or road flares
Axe or hatchet
Fire extinguisher
Special items that you or your family members may require