What’s In Our Glove Box? Must-Haves for Every Driver

What’s In Our Glove Box? Must-Haves for Every Driver

The glove box might be small—but it can hold some serious lifesavers.

At Dream Work Automotive, we asked our team: What do you actually keep in your glove box?

Here’s the list of essentials every driver should keep handy, plus a few bonus items you didn’t know you needed—until you do.

The Non-Negotiables

These are the basics every glove box should have—no exceptions.

• Vehicle registration
• Proof of insurance
• Owner’s manual
• Emergency contact info
• Pen + notepad (trust us, it still comes in handy)

Small Tools & Quick Fixes

Things you don’t need… until you really do.

• Tire pressure gauge
• Mini flashlight or headlamp
• Multi-tool or pocketknife
• Spare fuses
• Emergency whistle (especially for road trips)

Clean-Up Crew

For spills, surprises, and everything in between.

• Wet wipes or hand sanitizer
• Travel tissues
• Microfiber cloth (for touchscreen or dash dust)
• Plastic zip bags (for trash, snacks, etc.)

Bonus Comfort Items

These aren’t “essential”—but you’ll thank us later.

• Phone charging cable
• Snack bar or gum
• Spare sunglasses
• Extra hair tie or scrunchie
• Napkins or fast-food stash (it’s okay, we all do it)

Pro Tips from the Dream Work Team

• Justin keeps a mini cologne bottle for last-minute meet-ups.
• Autumn stashes extra chargers for her usual dead phone.
• Dallas has backup business cards and a small lint roller.
• Saleen keeps her camera for capturing memories on the road.
• Kaitlyn stores birthday cards incase she forgets a birthday.

Keep It Clean. Keep It Ready.

Your glove box might be an overlooked space—but it’s the frontline of your road-readiness. Whether you’re headed across town or cross-country, these little items make a big difference.

Want a Car That Has Everything—Even a Clean Glove Box?

We prep every car with pride (and often a fresh glove box reset).