What Your Driver Needs to Pack in Their Winter Emergency Breakdown Kit

At Fleetmaxx Solutions, we understand that winter conditions can be unpredictable and challenging for drivers. Ensuring your fleet vehicles are equipped with the right essentials can help keep drivers safe and prevent delays in the event of a breakdown. Here’s our guide to creating the ultimate winter emergency breakdown kit:

Top 15 Winter Vehicle Essentials

1. Ice scraper and de-icer – A clear windscreen is not just practical but a legal requirement. Be sure to carry these tools for any unexpected stops.
2. Torch and spare batteries – Don’t get stuck in the dark. A reliable light source, especially with extra batteries, is key for any breakdown.
3. Warm clothes and blankets – Keep coats, gloves, hats, and blankets handy to stay warm, especially if the car breaks down with no engine heat.
4. High-visibility jacket – Safety first! Ensure drivers are seen, particularly in low light or poor visibility conditions.
5. Boots with good grip – Snow and ice can make walking treacherous. Good boots will help ensure safety when outside the vehicle.
6. First aid kit – For minor injuries, a comprehensive first aid kit is essential.
7. Jump start cables – Cold weather can drain batteries quickly. Having jump leads can help get drivers back on the road.
8. Empty fuel can – Running out of fuel is avoidable but having an empty can helps ensure quick refills when needed.
9. Food and drink – Keep snacks and a hot drink like tea or soup to stay comfortable during long waits.
10. Shovel – A compact, foldable shovel is perfect for digging out snowdrifts if the vehicle gets stuck.
11. Reflective warning signs – These are vital for alerting other drivers to a breakdown, helping to prevent further accidents.
12. Road atlas – Digital devices can fail; a road atlas ensures that drivers can still find their way.
13. Sunglasses – Low winter sun can cause hazardous glare. Keep a pair for improved visibility.
14. In-car and portable phone chargers – Ensure phones stay charged for emergencies.
15. Locking wheel nut key – Essential for changing tyres. Ensure drivers know where it is stored in the vehicle.

Winter-Ready Fleet Services

At Fleetmaxx Solutions, we go beyond just providing winter breakdown kits. We offer:

?? Discount fuel cards: Help your drivers keep their tanks topped up for less.

?? Premium screenwash: Prevent freezing and ensure improved visibility.

?? MEG antifreeze: Protects your vehicles down to -40°C.

?? National breakdown cover: 24/7 support to keep your fleet safe and operational.

Ensure Your Fleet is Winter Safe

For fleet managers and business owners, ensuring that drivers have a winter emergency breakdown kit and are performing daily walk-round checks is vital. Our CheckedSafe compliance app helps you conduct DVSA daily inspections with ease, using smartphones or tablets. The app provides real-time results and is approved by the DVSA, reducing the likelihood of roadside inspections.

Best of all, it’s only ￡1 per vehicle per week, with a 30-day free trial available!

Winter Driving Preparedness

With Fleetmaxx Solutions by your side, you can feel confident that your fleet is equipped to handle the challenges of winter driving. Stay prepared, stay safe, and drive responsibly this winter.

For more information about our fuel and fleet cost reduction solutions, call us at 01367 704 910.