What to Do After Hitting a Road Guardrail?
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If a driver hits a guardrail while driving, they should immediately stop the vehicle and report the incident to the traffic police for handling. Upon arrival, the traffic police will determine liability for the accident. Contact the insurance company. After the traffic police determine liability, the insurance company will accordingly cover the compensation. Call a towing company to transport the vehicle to a 4S shop or repair facility for parts repair, painting, and other necessary work.
After hitting the road guardrail, I immediately pulled over to the roadside to prevent secondary accidents and turned on the hazard lights to signal other vehicles to detour. Never move around on the lane to avoid being hit by vehicles behind. Then check if you're injured—call an ambulance if anything feels wrong. If it's not serious, note the guardrail's location and damage, take photos including the license plate and scene. Next, call 122 to report the accident, clearly stating the location for them to handle liability. If the guardrail is public property, I'll have to compensate but let the insurance company handle the claim for convenience. Afterwards, contact the insurance company to report the accident and provide evidence, waiting for their damage assessment arrangement. Choose an authorized repair shop to evaluate losses including paint and bumper damage when fixing the car. Remember to stay calm, don't feel guilty, learn the lesson, and drive more attentively next time to avoid fatigue driving.
