Warm Clothing and Blankets - If your car breaks down in freezing temperatures, staying warm is critical. Pack extra hats, gloves, and a couple of blankets in your kit. Heat-reflective emergency blankets are a smart choice as they trap body heat more effectively than regular blankets. Remember to bring extra layers for any passengers.

A powerful winter storm is lining up to slam a massive portion of the US this weekend, and experts say the effects could be severe. Up to 180 million people from Texas to New England could be in the storm's path,