Winter toolkit

In really bad weather conditions your journey could take longer than expected. Get ready for winter by packing a few essential items in your car. Your winter emergency kit should include:

• An ice scraper and de-icer
• A torch and spare batteries
• A shovel for snow
• Warm clothes, boots and a blanket
• Some food and a warm drink in a flask
• A reflective warning sign
• A first aid kit
• Battery jump leads
• A map for any unplanned diversions