Guides & Tips
Car Emergency Kit List and Checklist (Philippines)
By Richard Cuagdan, Mitsubishi Sales Executive ·
Quick answer: Here's the car emergency kit list I recommend. Every car should carry an early warning device, basic tools, a spare tire with jack and wrench, a flashlight, a powerbank, jumper cables or a tow strap, a first-aid kit, water, and your documents and emergency numbers. Add a raincoat, payong and snacks for typhoon season and long trips.
Hindi natin hinihiling, pero mangyayari. Breakdowns, flat tires, floods and sudden illness happen when you least expect them. A packed emergency kit turns a crisis into an inconvenience.
Breakdown basics
- Early warning device (EWD)
- Spare tire, jack and lug wrench, checked for pressure
- Basic tools
- Jumper cables and a tow strap
- Flashlight or headlamp with extra batteries
- Reflective vest
Power and communication
- Powerbank and car charger
- Saved numbers: insurer, roadside assistance, expressway hotline, service center, family
- Small amount of cash
First aid and personal needs
- First-aid kit: bandages, gauze, antiseptic, tape, scissors, gloves
- Maintenance medicines for seniors in the family
- Drinking water and non-perishable snacks
- Wet wipes, tissue, alcohol
Bagyo and long-trip add-ons
- Raincoat and payong
- Towel and a change of clothes
- Plastic bags for wet items
- Blanket for kids and seniors
Documents
- Driver's license or e-license
- OR/CR
- Insurance policy details
Keep it ready
Pack it in one bag or box
So it's easy to find and doesn't roll around.
Check every few months
Replace expired medicines, water and batteries.
Check before long trips
Pair it with BLOWBAGETS in my road trip checklist.
New Mitsubishi units come with an early warning device and basic tools among the freebies.
Related reading
- Car Break-In Period: First 1,000 km Tips
- First-Time Car Buyer Checklist Philippines (2026)
- El Niño and Typhoon Car Care Tips (2026)
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Frequently asked questions
Is an early warning device required?
It's part of the standard freebies with a new car and essential for breakdowns. Set it up well behind your stopped vehicle.
What should a car first-aid kit have?
Bandages, gauze, antiseptic, tape, scissors, gloves, and any personal maintenance medicines for family members.
How often should I check my emergency kit?
Every few months and before long trips. Replace expired medicines, water and batteries.
What phone numbers should I save?
Your insurer's claims and roadside assistance lines, the expressway operator's hotline, your service center and a family contact.