How to Place the Warning Triangle After an Accident?

[LaMason]

The warning triangle has two movable sides. When using it, pull out the two movable sides, fasten the buttons together, and then extend the movable metal stand. The warning triangle can be placed on the inner side of the vehicle's trunk lid or under the trunk cover panel, or directly inside the trunk. For warning triangles placed directly in the trunk, it is recommended to secure the outer shell of the triangle with nylon hook-and-loop fasteners to fix it to the trunk's cover panel. During the day on regular city ring roads, place the warning triangle 50 meters behind the vehicle. On highways, it should be placed 150 meters behind the vehicle.

[MackenzieMarie]

Having driven for many years and witnessed numerous accidents, I can't stress enough the importance of properly placing warning triangles. It not only protects yourself but also prevents other vehicles from crashing into you. After an accident occurs, first park your car in a safe location—never stop in the middle of the road—then turn on your hazard lights. On regular roads, walk about 50 paces (approximately 50 meters) backward from the rear of your vehicle; on highways, you'll need to walk 100 to 150 paces. Remember to place the triangle on the road shoulder or edge, avoiding blind spots or sharp curves. If the road surface is sloped, secure the base with stones to prevent sliding. When positioning it, make sure the reflective triangular side faces oncoming traffic to ensure visibility even under high beams. I recommend everyone regularly check if their warning triangle is stored in the car and replace it immediately if damaged—you don't want to be caught unprepared in an emergency. Practicing measuring distances with your paces in advance is also highly practical.

[Edgar]

Last time I had an accident, I foolishly didn't set up the warning triangle properly and almost got rear-ended. Looking back now, as a newbie, I had no clue at all. After the accident, I was in a daze, and a friend coached me over the phone: first, park in a safe spot and turn on the hazard lights; then, check the road conditions from the rear of the car—don't rush. Place the warning triangle at least 50 meters behind the car—I estimate about 60 steps (one step is roughly 0.8 meters), and on highways, it should be even farther. When placing it, choose a straight and flat roadside, with the triangle facing oncoming traffic to ensure clear visibility. My friend said that if it's dark or raining, the reflective strips on the warning triangle will help, so don't be lazy and place it too close or crooked. I also always keep a spare warning triangle in the car—after an accident, prioritize your own safety first before handling anything else. This time, I learned my lesson. I recommend new drivers download a step-counting app to practice estimating distances—it's quite handy.

[DelSteven]

As a rescue worker, I've handled numerous accidents, and placing warning triangles is a fundamental skill. After an accident, park in a safe spot and turn on hazard lights for warning. The placement distance of the triangle varies by road type: 50 meters behind in urban roads, 150 meters on highways. Choose a straight section of the shoulder for placement, ensuring the triangle faces backward for visibility. Avoid blind spots on curves, stay alert when placing it, and wear a reflective vest. The core is preventing secondary accidents—a point often overlooked. I've seen inconspicuous triangle placement create greater risks upon arrival. Regularly check if the triangle is intact for prompt response.