First-aid Kits

October 2005

Like insurance, a first-aid kit is something you hope you'll never need, but when you do, you're glad you've got it. And as with good cover, it needs to be up to the job when required.

As is the case with many products on the accessory store shelves, makers differ on just what exactly a first-aid kit should contain.

So which are the lifesavers and which do more harm than good in the event of an accident? We enlisted the services of a top paramedic as we put eight to the test to help us find out.

Verdict

Picking a winner was a tough call. The Metro did well on first-aid basics, while Galls' offering added useful extras to deal with situations such as being trapped in a car. But it was Metro that got the nod, followed by Galls, while the Halfords Large takes third.

Top 3

1. Metro Large
2. Galls First Choice Motoring
3. Halfords Large

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