How to Find a Repair Service When Your Car Breaks Down at Night
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Turn on the hazard lights and turn signals, and try to pull over to the outermost lane of the highway. Set up a warning triangle at least 150 meters away from your vehicle. After moving to a safe location, call the police or roadside assistance immediately. Fasten your seatbelt and adjust the seat to its rearmost position. If absolutely necessary, take shelter in the central median of the highway, but stay far away from your vehicle.
When my car breaks down at night, I immediately find a safe spot to pull over, turn on the hazard lights to ensure visibility to other drivers. Stay inside the vehicle and avoid unnecessary movement, then check my phone for signal and prioritize calling the insurance company's roadside assistance or 24-hour service hotline—the number is usually noted in the policy. If there are lights nearby, walk carefully to check the surroundings for small shops to seek help; otherwise, use a map app to search for the nearest repair shop by typing 'nighttime repair' for quick location. Once, when my battery died on the highway, I called 122 for traffic police assistance, and a tow truck arrived quickly. Poor visibility at night increases accident risks, so try to park in a well-lit area if possible. Remember to carry an emergency kit, including a flashlight and power bank, to prepare for sudden breakdowns. Before the next drive, check the car lights and battery condition to avoid turning the trip into a scare.
I'm used to solving problems with mobile apps. When my car broke down at night, I immediately opened a navigation app like Gaode Maps to search for '24-hour car repair services,' and it popped up with nearby shops' contact information and locations. After parking the car and turning on the hazard lights, I waited inside for help. If the insurance company provides an app, clicking a one-button SOS would be even quicker. Last time I had a flat tire in the suburbs, I used a rescue app to call someone to change the tire—simple operation and cost-effective. Technology makes seeking help convenient, but never attempt to fix the car yourself to avoid mistakes. I usually keep some small tools in the car, like jumper cables, just in case. Before every long trip, I check the car's condition to avoid trouble—prevention is better than dealing with panic afterward.
