15 Items to Keep in Your Car All Winter Long

A good snow and ice remover is a must-have. This brush can extend up to 39 inches, and has a thick bristle snow brush for quick snow removal, a cushioned grip and a non-scratch jaw for scraping ice.

Keeping your hands warm is vital, whether you're clearing off your car — or trying to keep your wits inside of it after getting stuck. There are all sorts of winter gloves out there, but these simple, affordable insulated gloves from Carhartt are great to stash in your glove box.

The Zeus portable jump starter can jump your car when the cold weather drains the battery. Alternatively, it can keep your devices charged without draining the car battery. And, while there are other portable jump starters you can buy, it's just fun to whip out something called "the Zeus."

Shoveling is the worst. But sometimes, there's no alternative. This one breaks down into three pieces for easy car storage and weighs just 1.3 lbs.

A down blanket is a great way to stay warm. This versatile one weighs only a pound and folds into a 5" x 12" sack for easy storage. It's also wearable as a poncho — if so inclined.

Winter means being turned away from the sun. And it can get dark. This LED flashlight is small enough to stow just about anywhere; it's also water-resistant, can survive a 10-foot fall and can light objects up to 1,000 feet away.

No, you don't actually lose the most heat through your head. But you'll always feel cozier with a winter hat. Sure, you can level up your beanie game, but this solid, affordable one is great for keeping in the car for emergencies.

God forbid you get stuck on the side of the road, make sure other drivers can see you. Each flare lasts 36 hours with AAA batteries.

Your phone is your connection with the outside world in an emergency — and probably has your AAA card info inside. Keep it charged with this durable, easily foldable and aesthetically pleasing USB cable from Native Union.

Recovery boards are wonderful overlanding tools, and they work just as well on show and ice as they do for sand and mud.

Yes, UGG makes socks. Comfy ones. And if you're stuck in the cold for a bit, you will wish you were wearing these instead of those flimsy athletic socks.

These hand warmers are air-activated, deliver up to 18 hours of warmth and can be stowed just about anywhere.

Everyone feels calmer and makes better decisions after eating. Beef jerky is delicious, provides a lot of protein and will have a long shelf life. If you want something less beefy, there are always granola bars.

One straightforward way to get your vehicle out of the snow and ice is to melt it with some good old-fashioned rock salt.

You never know when you'll need a first aid kit. And this portable one is easy to slot in the trunk for minor medical emergencies.