What to Do When Your Car Breaks Down on the Highway?
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If your car breaks down on the highway, you can call 110 or 122 for help, or use the nearest emergency phone to call for assistance. Here is some relevant information about car breakdowns: 1. Breakdown: When a vehicle experiences a certain malfunction while driving on the road, such as a flat tire, oil leakage, or a dead battery that prevents the car from starting, causing it to be unable to continue moving, it is referred to as a breakdown. 2. Pre-drive preparations: Before heading out, check whether the tire pressure is normal, whether the windshield wipers are functioning properly, whether the headlights are bright, whether the brake lights and turn signals are working, and whether the essential emergency tools are missing, such as a jack, fire extinguisher, tow rope, and triangular reflector.
I've experienced car breakdowns on the highway several times, and the first thing is to stay calm. Immediately turn on the hazard warning lights to alert vehicles behind to slow down. Gradually move the car to the shoulder or emergency lane, never stop in the driving lane. After turning off the engine, exit the vehicle quickly and stand in the safe area outside the guardrail, keeping away from the car to avoid rear-end collisions. If there's a warning triangle in the car, place it 50-100 meters behind the vehicle to alert drivers to slow down. Then use your phone to call the highway rescue service or insurance hotline, explaining your location and situation. Wait for help in a safe place and avoid moving around. Traffic on the highway is fast, and accidents can happen in a split second. These steps have saved my life, and remember to check your vehicle afterward to prevent recurrence.
