What to Do If Your Car Runs Out of Gas at a Traffic Light?
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If your vehicle stalls due to running out of gas, it's best to pull over to the side of the road, turn on the hazard lights, and place a triangular warning sign 150 meters behind the vehicle. You can call your insurance company, as they often offer roadside assistance services for a fee. Alternatively, you can dial the highway emergency number. When your car is almost out of gas and you haven't found a gas station yet, you should try to conserve fuel by turning off all electronic devices in the vehicle. It's advisable to roll up the windows, slightly increase your speed, and search slowly. At this time, using navigation to avoid unnecessary detours is highly recommended.
I've encountered this situation before, and so have my friends. If your car suddenly stalls at a red light, don't panic. The first thing to do is turn on your hazard lights to warn vehicles behind you—this is more important than anything else. Remember to shift the gear to neutral (N), allowing the car to coast to the roadside using inertia. If you're just a few hundred meters away from a gas station, you can try pushing the car to a safe spot by the roadside. Nowadays, most insurance companies offer free fuel delivery services, so calling them immediately is much faster than calling a tow truck. A word of caution: never buy gasoline in a plastic container yourself, as static electricity can easily cause a fire, which is extremely dangerous. Develop a habit of refueling when the fuel gauge shows a quarter tank remaining. Modern cars rely on gasoline to cool the fuel pump, and driving with low fuel levels for extended periods can easily burn out the fuel pump.
