What to Keep in Your Car During a Power Outage or Storm
August 12, 2026 · GridBackup Co.
Most outage preparation focuses on the home, but your car can be just as important during a storm or extended power loss. If roads are blocked, gas stations lose power, or you need to evacuate, having the right items in your car makes a real difference.
Power and light
- A portable power station that can charge phones and small devices without needing a wall outlet
- A flashlight or headlamp with extra batteries
- A car phone charger as a backup to your main power source
Basic supplies worth keeping in the trunk
- Bottled water and non perishable snacks
- A first aid kit
- A physical map, in case GPS or cell service goes down
- Blankets, especially useful in colder months
Why a portable power station belongs in your car kit
Our GridBackup Travel Kit is built for exactly this kind of situation, compact enough to store in a trunk, with enough capacity to keep your phone charged and a light running for days if needed.
A car emergency kit is easy to forget until you actually need it. Putting one together now, while nothing is happening, means you are ready no matter where you are when the next outage hits.