Most car accidents happen in winter. To be best prepared for icy, frosty and snowy conditions, winter car accessories are highly relevant to ensure the safety of you and your passengers.
What you need in and on your car for the winter, you will learn in our checklist. We have compiled many equipment items for you in our product recommendations.
- Slippery roads can be particularly dangerous for cars. Therefore, especially at temperatures around freezing point, sufficient safety should be ensured. Rain can quickly turn into black ice.
- Snow is also an unpleasant surface, as ice can develop under layers of snow that cannot be seen at first glance.
- Other dangers are the early onset of darkness and the cold.
- An absolute must for the car in winter is winter tires. They have a deeper tread, so they are more likely to counter slippery conditions than summer tires.
- In addition, there should always be a spare tire in the car, in case a defect occurs with a tire.
- In addition to mandatory equipment such as a first aid kit, warning triangle, and signal vest, an ice scraper and gloves are recommended to scrape frozen windows free.
- Antifreeze should also be added to the windshield cleaning agent to prevent the wiper water from freezing.
- A winter inspection (e.g. at the ADAC) ensures maximum vehicle safety for the cold months.
- A cover for the windshield (if necessary also for the complete vehicle) prevents freezing. This saves you from having to scrape the windshield free in the morning.
- Batteries discharge faster in the cold. A battery charger will help if the car won’t start because of a dead battery.
- De-icer for locks can be useful if you can’t get the key into the lock and don’t have warm water to de-ice it.
- Warming blankets will help if your car breaks down and you have to wait for help.
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Recommended Car Accessories For The Winter
We have compiled the best car accessories for the winter for you.
Winter Tires
Snow Chains
pewag, Snow Chains, 58575, Brenta 9, XMB 73
- This model fits the following tyre sizes:
195/65-16; 195/70-15; 195/80-14; 205/50-17
205/55-16; 205/60-16; 205/65-15; 215/45-18
215/50-16; 215/60-15; 225/40-18; 225/45-17
225/50-16; 225/55-15 - Easy stationary mounting
- Ö-Norm (Austrian Standards Institute norm) tested
- Slender tread net
- Can be reversed - double service life - Minimal vibration
Goodyear Set of 2 x 9 mm Metallic Car Snow Chains Size 120 with Automatic Tensioner
- Goodyear is backed by its long experience and has been one of the most renowned tyre manufacturers for the high quality of its products since 1898.
- Complete set of 2 metal snow chains for 2 wheel drive.
- Made of high quality stainless steel with tensioner and 9 mm links.
- Compatible with ABS and ESP, as well as suitable also for 4x4 vehicles, vans and commercial vehicles.
- Application table: [R14] 215/80R14 [R15] 205/80R15, 215/75R15, 225/70R15 [R16] 205/75R16, 255/50R16 [R17] 225/55R17, 255/45R17, 265/40R17 [R18] 215/55R18, 225/50R18, 240/45R18, 245/45R18, 255/40R18, 265/35R18 [R19] 205/55R19, 225/45R19, 255/35R19 [R20] 195/55R20, 225/40R20, 235/35R20, 255/30R20
pewag RS 73 servo 3.2mm Square Link Pattern Tire Chain
- Long lasting hardened pewag 3.2 millimeter nickel manganese alloy
- Easy to install self tightening design
- Engineered to outlast and outperform the competition
- Standard in tire chain reliability
- Always pre-fit tire chains before use
Jumper Cables
Einhell Booster Cable 350cm for Petrol & Diesel Engines - BT-BO 25/1 A
- Cable length: 350 cm
- Weight: 1.74 kg
- For petrol engines: Maximum 5500 cm³
- For diesel engines: Maximum 3000 cm³
- Cable cross section: 31.4 mm²
Jump Start Powerbank
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NOCO Boost GB70: 2000A UltraSafe Jump Starter – 12V Lithium Battery Booster Pack, Portable Jump Box, Power Bank & Jumper Cables - for 8.0L Gas and 6.0L Diesel Engines
- START DEAD BATTERIES — Instantly start dead batteries with 2000 amps of peak lithium power. Up to 40 starts per charge on engines up to 8.0L gas and 6.0L diesel.
- ULTRASAFE TECHNOLOGY — Engineered with patented spark-proof and reverse polarity protection for foolproof connections to any 12V vehicle - no sparks, no wrong connections.
- PORTABLE POWER BANK — Integrated power bank delivers emergency power to smartphones, tablets, and more. Recharges in 6 hours so it’s ready when it matters most.
- INTEGRATED LED FLASHLIGHT — Precision-engineered 400-lumen LED with 7 light modes, including SOS and strobe. Illuminate repairs, emergencies, or low-light environments.
- COMPACT YET POWERFUL — High-discharge lithium technology delivers exceptional starting performance in a compact 5.0 lb form factor - perfectly sized for glove boxes and emergency kits.
- BUILT TOUGH — Rugged IP65-rated housing with rubberized over-molding protects against water, dust, and impact. Includes high-conductivity clamps for maximum energy transfer.
- WHAT’S IN THE BOX — GB70 jump starter, heavy-duty clamps, USB-C charging cable, and microfiber storage bag. Backed by a 1-year warranty and engineered in the USA.
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NOCO Boost GB40: 1000A UltraSafe Jump Starter – 12V Lithium Battery Booster Pack, Portable Jump Box, Power Bank & Jumper Cables - for 6.0L Gas and 3.0L Diesel Engines
- START DEAD BATTERIES — Instantly start dead batteries with 1000 amps of peak lithium power. Up to 20 starts per charge on engines up to 6.0L gas and 3.0L diesel.
- ULTRASAFE TECHNOLOGY — Engineered with patented spark-proof and reverse polarity protection for foolproof connections to any 12V vehicle - no sparks, no wrong connections.
- PORTABLE POWER BANK — Integrated power bank delivers emergency power to smartphones, tablets, and more. Recharges in 3 hours so it’s ready when it matters most.
- INTEGRATED LED FLASHLIGHT — Precision-engineered 100-lumen LED with 7 light modes, including SOS and strobe. Illuminate repairs, emergencies, or low-light environments.
- COMPACT YET POWERFUL — High-discharge lithium technology delivers exceptional starting performance in a compact 2.5 lb form factor - perfectly sized for glove boxes and emergency kits.
- BUILT TOUGH — Rugged IP65-rated housing with rubberized over-molding protects against water, dust, and impact. Includes high-conductivity clamps for maximum energy transfer.
- WHAT’S IN THE BOX — GB40 jump starter, heavy-duty clamps, USB-C charging cable, and microfiber storage bag. Backed by a 1-year warranty and engineered in the USA.
Tow Rope
Kerbl 37704 Towing Cord, Tear Resistant, Red
- Tear Strength 35.000 kg, i.e. WLL = 5000 kg with safety feature 7: 1
- For Trolling Schwerer, such as trucks or construction vehicles
- Heavy duty design, with reinforced straps
- Inkl. warning flag
Deicer and Antifreeze
SONAX Windscreen De-Icer (5 Litres) De-Icing of Windows in Seconds without Scratching and an All-Round Clear View in Winter Item No. 03315050
- SONAX Windscreen de-icer thaws frozen windows in seconds and quickly ensures a view. Protects against re-icing and ensures clear vision all around.
- The effective winter aid eliminates the need for ice scrapers and prevents scratched windows. Scratches on the windscreen create dangerous scattered light that dazzles the driver in the dark.
- The glycerine contained keeps wiper rubbers and rubber supple. In a practical two-handle canister with pouring spout.
- Box contents: 1x SONAX 03315050 windscreen de-icer (5 litre canister)
- SONAX Car care products - Made in Germany - so that what moves us shines.
Ice Scraper And Whisk
L & P Car Design Murska scraper with glove, waterproof ice scraper, 370 mm, brass scraper 2 pieces
- 2 x Ice Scraper Gloves of the highest quality
- Ice scraper 90 mm made of brass, total length 370 mm
- Colour: depending on availability, black-blue, black-red, black-grey
- Glove size: one size (suitable for large and small hands) the inner lining is made of warm and comfortable fleece
- Glove material: completely waterproof, 100% polyester, washable up to 40°C
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FAQ For Car Accessories For Winter
How can you protect your car in winter?
Intact batteries are especially important. Weak or not intact batteries tend not to start in cold weather. In addition, the car should be regularly cleaned of salt, ice and dirt. Masking films and tarps are protective against windshield freezing. In general, all important fluids should be checked, such as windshield water, antifreeze and coolant.
What car accessories for winter?
A basic winter kit should include winter tires (incl. spare tires), a
first aid kit, a breakdown warning triangle and signal vest, an ice scraper, gloves, de-icing spray and windshield cleaner (incl. protection against frost). Useful additional materials include cover tarps and sheets and warm blankets. Snow chains may be beneficial for driving in difficult terrain.
How long can a car be left in winter?
Cars should generally not be left unmoved for too long. In addition to the risk of battery discharge, so-called stalls can also occur, for example. These are caused by the dead weight of the vehicle. It is advantageous to move the car for a few minutes every week.
What is a winter inspection/winter check?
A winter check is when a car is inspected to make sure it is winter ready. This is to prevent weather related problems. If you don’t want to check the car yourself, you can hire an auto repair shop to do it for you.
What does a winter check for the car cost?
A winter check at the garage is free of charge at many authorized workshops. Otherwise, you have to calculate with about 30 euros.
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