Can the Insurance Company Deliver Fuel If My Car Runs Out of Gas?
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You can call your insurance company to arrange for fuel delivery, or contact local road authorities. Details are as follows: 1. Insurance Company: Request fuel delivery assistance from your insurer. This service is usually free, but you will need to pay for the fuel itself. Typically, this service is available once per year, though some better insurers may offer it twice annually. 2. Road Authorities: The base cost for emergency fuel delivery is generally around 100 yuan, with additional charges based on the amount of fuel required and the vehicle's location. 3. Precautions for Fuel Delivery: If your car runs out of fuel on the road, first move the vehicle to a safe area, turn on the hazard lights, and place a warning triangle 50-100 meters behind the car. On highways, the triangle should be placed 150-200 meters behind the vehicle. In windy conditions, secure the triangle with rocks or other heavy objects to prevent it from being blown over, ensuring your safety. After setting up the warning, wait inside the car for the fuel delivery service.
Once when I was driving back to my hometown, I forgot to refuel and my car suddenly stalled on the highway, which was really nerve-wracking. But I remembered that my insurance included roadside assistance, so I called them. They said they could send a few liters of gasoline for emergency use, but it wasn’t free for everyone—I had to pay a small fee since I only had basic coverage. Usually, I make it a habit to refuel when the tank is half empty and set reminders on my phone for nearby gas stations. Running out of gas and stopping on the roadside is quite dangerous, as it increases the risk of being rear-ended, so turning on the hazard lights is a must for safety. Developing good habits makes things much easier, or you can install a fuel monitoring app for early warnings to avoid sudden troubles.
