LPT: Keep a small bag of tools in your car/truck in case anything happens.

I will add that set of tools (maybe a multi-tool?) to the other things people have recommended I keep in my car in this sub: toiletry essentials, a spare set of clothes, a full dating kit or get-away bag, a blank greeting card for every major occasion, a couple of large plastic bags, a few regular-size plastic bags, a McDonald paper bag, spare napkins, some cash, a tow strap or a strong rope, regular rope, a leash, bottles of water, safety cones or flares, a blanket, an open box of dryer sheets, a first-aid kit, an ice scraper, a book, a cereal container or trash can, deodorant, a roll of toilet paper, a tarp, a laundry basket, a towel, baby powder, weights, shoes, a warm coat, a stuffed animal, a lock box, cat litter, a window breaking instrument, spare keys, a fire extinguisher, strong cinnamon gum, a flashlight, a swimsuit, a charger and cord, spare bulbs, jumper cables, air pump, pillows, baby wipes, a reflective vest, spare glasses, granola bars, disposable camera, pen and paper, washer fluid, engine oil, duct tape, sun block, a knife, a whistle, a jerrycan/gas can, pain killers, a wire hanger, a lawn chair, gloves, bondage whip, condoms, lube...

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