Can a Mechanic Come to Fix a Broken Down Car on the Highway?

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HarmonyLynn
07/29/25 5:11pm
When a car breaks down on the highway, whether a mechanic can come to fix it mainly depends on the following situations: 1. Vehicle damage: You can call for a tow truck to have your car towed off the highway for repairs. 2. If it's just a flat tire: You can change the tire in the emergency stopping lane on the highway. Note: It is necessary to place a triangular warning sign 100 meters behind the vehicle. Here is some additional information: 1. Introduction: The emergency stopping lane refers to a temporary stopping area on highways and first-class roads, designated for vehicles that experience sudden malfunctions or other emergencies. The emergency stopping lane is only for use in emergencies and should not be occupied without reason. 2. Requirements: The spacing of emergency stopping lanes is primarily determined by the possible distance a malfunctioning vehicle can travel and the distance it can be pushed manually. On China's highways and first-class roads, the spacing between emergency stopping lanes is approximately 750 meters.
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