preparing for a long range road trip
Episode 3055 · Prepper Broadcasting Network · sources verified August 29, 2026
- 1. Put forty dollars in small bills in the glove box today.
- 2. Photocopy your driver's license, insurance card, and vehicle registration and store them in a waterproof pouch in the vehicle.
- 3. Open your vehicle first aid kit and confirm it contains adhesive bandages, gauze pads, medical tape, antiseptic wipes, tweezers, and pain relievers.
- 4. Place a flashlight and a set of spare batteries in the driver's door pocket or center console.
- 5. Add a car phone charger or battery pack to the vehicle and test that it charges your phone.
- 6. Fill one-gallon jugs with water at one gallon per person per day for your household and place them in the cabin or immediately behind the rear seat.
- 7. Pack a three-day supply of non-perishable food per person: protein bars, nuts, dried fruit, or shelf-stable meals that require no cooking.
- 8. Pack a change of clothing and sturdy footwear for each person in a bag you can reach without unpacking the trunk.
Notes