What should you carry in your vehicle in case of a combustible fire?

• A. an A-B-C fire extinguisher
• B. a water bucket
• C. a Class D extinguisher
• D. a fire blanket

Answer: (A)

Carry a portable multi-purpose fire extinguisher rated for A, B, and C fires. Vehicle fires can involve ordinary combustibles (upholstery, paper), flammable liquids (gasoline, oil), and electrical components, so an ABC extinguisher covers the most common and dangerous types you might encounter and is safe to use in tight spaces. It’s designed for quick, one-handed use to knock down a small fire before it grows. A water bucket isn’t appropriate because water can spread flammable liquids and isn’t safe on electrical fires. A Class D extinguisher is for metal fires, which aren’t typical in vehicles, and a fire blanket, while useful in some scenarios, isn’t as practical or reliable for rapid suppression of vehicle fires.