چرا کیف اضطراری لازم است؟ | Why Every Car Needs an Emergency Kit

Breakdowns, accidents, and road emergencies rarely give advance warning. A well-stocked emergency kit in your vehicle can protect your safety, help you handle minor issues yourself, and keep you comfortable while waiting for professional assistance. This checklist covers everything a driver in Iran should carry, whether driving in the city or on long intercity routes.

وسایل ایمنی | Safety Essentials

These items protect you and alert other road users to your presence:

  • Warning triangles (مثلث خطر): Carry at least two. Iranian traffic regulations require them. Place them 30–100 metres behind your vehicle depending on road speed.
  • High-visibility vest (جلیقه شبرنگ): Wear this whenever you exit the vehicle on a road or highway. Dramatically increases your visibility to other drivers.
  • Torch/flashlight with spare batteries (چراغ‌قوه): Essential for night breakdowns, inspecting under the bonnet, or signalling for help.
  • Fire extinguisher (کپسول آتش‌نشانی): A small dry-powder extinguisher rated for vehicle fires. Required by law in Iran and genuinely life-saving.

ابزارهای تعمیر | Basic Repair Tools

  • Spare tyre in good condition (with correct pressure — check monthly)
  • Jack and wheel brace/lug wrench
  • Jumper cables (کابل استارت) — minimum 3 metres long, with clear positive/negative labelling
  • Tyre pressure gauge (فشارسنج لاستیک)
  • Tyre sealant spray (as a temporary flat fix, not suitable for blowouts)
  • Basic toolkit: adjustable wrench, pliers, flathead and Phillips screwdrivers
  • Duct tape and cable ties (surprisingly useful for temporary fixes)

مایعات اضطراری | Emergency Fluids

  • Engine coolant (ضدیخ / آب رادیاتور): A small container for topping up in case of overheating
  • Engine oil (روغن موتور): One litre of the grade your vehicle uses
  • Windscreen washer fluid
  • Small fuel canister — useful if you run out of fuel far from a petrol station (ensure it is stored and transported safely)

آمادگی شخصی | Personal Comfort and Medical

  • First aid kit (جعبه کمک‌های اولیه) with bandages, antiseptic, pain relief, and any personal medications
  • Bottled water — at least 1–2 litres per person, especially important in hot Iranian summers
  • Non-perishable snacks (dates, nuts, energy bars) for long waits
  • Warm blanket — critical for winter breakdowns, particularly in mountainous regions
  • Portable phone charger/power bank (charged)
  • Cash — for paying roadside assistance or towing services if card payment is unavailable

اسناد مهم | Important Documents

  • Vehicle registration card (کارت ماشین)
  • Insurance documents (بیمه‌نامه)
  • Technical inspection certificate (برگ معاینه فنی)
  • A printed list of emergency contacts (in case your phone battery dies)

نگهداری کیف اضطراری | Maintaining Your Kit

Building the kit is only half the job. Check it every 6 months: replace expired items, test the torch, verify the spare tyre pressure, and replenish any fluids or first aid supplies you have used. A neglected kit can let you down at the worst possible moment.