Drivers Could be Stuck in an Emergency if They Only Have Junk in their Trunk

New survey reveals only one in 10 drivers keep essential emergency supplies in their vehicle

Summary:

Finding yourself stranded in your car due to treacherous conditions like snow, ice, poor visibility and slick roads only to discover you have junk in the trunk, rather than the necessary roadside emergency supplies, can place you and your family in jeopardy.

Date: 16 January 2013, 12:58 PM EST
Source: State Farm
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Finding yourself stranded in your car due to treacherous conditions like snow, ice, poor visibility and slick roads only to discover you have junk in the trunk, rather than the necessary roadside emergency supplies, can place you and your family in jeopardy. Video
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KRC State Farm survey findings
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A trunk lacking the proper emergency supplies
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The proper emergency supplies in a vehicle
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Stranded car in a winter storm
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