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What to do when your car breaks down on the Highway?

3/11/2020

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For most people, vacations or long weekends can mean road trips to the outskirts of the city. And in some cases, people may even go to the other cities by road because it’s a sure-fire way to have a grand old time. But the longer you stay on the road; the greater the chances of your car breaking down. If you are in the city, getting help is easier and quicker; however, on the highway, getting help can be a little time-consuming. Many a time, drivers can start panicking when hit by bad automotive luck in the middle of the highway. So what do you do when your vehicle breaks down unexpectedly and won’t cooperate? Let’s find out.
Here is what you should do when your car breaks down in the middle of the highway

Take a Deep Breath

If your car decides to act out and break down in the middle of the highway, you don’t have to lose your cool over it. It is, without a doubt, frustrating because you were all ready to have a fun day with your family/friends, but now you have to deal with car troubles. But try and look at the bright side; the sooner you come up with a solution, the sooner you can get to your destination. Therefore, don’t panic and take a deep breath. Devise a plan to get your car moving as quickly as possible.

Halt the Car Gently

Don’t go all Dominic Toretto on your automobile. You don’t have to hit the brakes dramatically or accelerate in hopes of getting to open space. Accept that your car is breaking down and take your foot off the gas slowly to turn off the engine. If you try to coerce your vehicle into moving, then the chances of your car getting rear-ended are high. So try your best to avoid bumping into another car.

However, if you think that your car can be maneuvered a little till it completely loses its ability to move, then try to get off the highway. Try to find an open lot or a gas station to park your car. If you can’t find a parking area, then move your vehicle to the left lane of the road. You want to stay away from the right side of the road as it exposes you to heavy traffic.

Alert the Traffic

You want to alert the oncoming vehicles about your disabled car so that it’s not met with an accident. Turn your hazard lights on and attach a white or colorful flag to your car’s antenna. Not only will it make the other vehicles aware of your broken car, but it will also help the police and roadside assistance to spot you easily.

Call for Help

​Assess the damage, and if you think you can fix the issue, then al means get to work. However, if fixing the glitch is out of your capacity, then call a reliable roadside assistance service to help you with your car. A reliable towing service would tow your vehicle and brief you on the issue.
 
If you are anywhere in and around Arizona, reach out to us at Tow Tempe, for the quickest and the most efficient towing services. We’ll get to you in no time, and our expert team will make sure that your car isn’t scratched during the movement.
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