Are the hazard warning flasher and double flasher the same light?
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The hazard warning flasher and double flasher refer to the same thing. It is a signal light used to alert other vehicles and pedestrians that the vehicle is experiencing special circumstances. Below are common situations when the hazard warning flasher should be activated: Vehicle breakdown: If a vehicle suddenly breaks down while driving on the road and cannot be moved to a safe area promptly, the hazard warning flasher should be turned on immediately to alert passing vehicles and pedestrians for safety, and the authorities should be notified while waiting for assistance. Highway breakdown: If a vehicle breaks down on the highway, it should be parked in the emergency stopping lane, with the hazard warning flasher activated promptly. Additionally, a warning sign should be placed 150 meters behind the vehicle, and the authorities should be notified quickly. The driver and passengers should wait for rescue outside the guardrail in front of the disabled vehicle. Towing a malfunctioning vehicle: When towing a malfunctioning vehicle, both the towing vehicle and the towed vehicle should have their hazard warning flashers activated simultaneously, as the vehicles are in an abnormal state. This alerts passing vehicles and pedestrians, especially those approaching from behind, to avoid sudden lane changes or insufficient safe distances, which could lead to dangerous situations.
