LKQ Euro Car Parts also warned that, whilst some breakdowns will require professional assistance to repair, motorists should keep some basic tools on board.
Keeping spare headlight bulbs, a tyre pump and weld and a small tool kit in the vehicle could help drivers to stay safe and on the move.
The company also highly recommended adding a small first aid kit, featuring items such as alcohol wipes and pain killers, in case of an emergency.
The company’s spokesperson also noted that motorists should add items to help keep the occupants warm whilst travelling this winter.
They added: “Keeping a blanket close-by, whether regular or thermal, will be beneficial to keeping you warm whilst you wait, which only a quarter (25 percent) of drivers keep in their vehicle.
“Similarly, a spare change of clothes, gloves, a scarf, and winter boots might be a good choice, especially if you must stand out in the rain or snow. Having these on-hand will help keep you warm as you wait for a repair service.”
LKQ Euro Car Parts also revealed that the most kept item in cars during winter is an ice scraper, with 63 percent of UK motorists saying they always put one in their vehicle when the temperature drops.
However, the company’s study also found that many drivers admitted to neglecting other essentials, with 65 percent not keeping a first aid kit in their car and 92 percent not storing any additional clothes.
However, the most neglected winter driving essential was food, with 93 percent stating that they do not keep any in their vehicle in case of emergencies.
