Being prepared is a common survival tactic, but I can’t count how many times I needed something for a car breakdown or road emergency and didn’t have it. Beyond the basics, like an air inflator, a screwdriver set, a road emergency kit, jack stands, and paper towels, there are essential tools you should always keep on hand in case you need to repair your vehicle or someone else's. Here are six Harbor Freight mechanic tools I always keep in my car’s trunk so that I am ready when something goes wrong.

Audi is the first carmaker to run Spotify natively, with video, lyrics, and shared queues that adapt to driving.

While having a dash cam is not strictly a necessity in today's modern world, having one can be super beneficial if you're on the road driving and have a close call, especially as they can be revealing when the recording would otherwise be different from what the other driver's story tells. A solid dash cam can help you with situations where it's a 'he said, she said, as they provide an extra set of eyes—that's why Garmin's Mini 3 remains a popular choice, as its compact size remains out of sight while it's always recording. If you want more peace of mind while traveling, you can grab it on Amazon right now (it's under $100).

Cybercriminals used to hacking home routers and security cameras have found another Internet-connected device to add to their botnets: your car, according to research published by Kaspersky Lab.

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