Please follow these steps for when you're in an emergency situation, or on the the side of a road, or highway.
A) - TURN ON YOUR HAZARD / EMERGENCY LIGHTS
Turn on your hazard lights to warn other drivers as soon as you sense something's wrong. Keep them on until help arrives, recommends the National Motorists Association (NMA).
B) - SLOW DOWN, AND PULL OFF THE ROAD
Aim for the right shoulder of the road. Consumer reports recommends that you pull over to a safe, flat location that is as far away from moving traffic as possible.
C) TURN YOUR WHEELS AWAY FROM THE ROAD, ENGAGE EMERGENCY BRAKE
If you have to park on a hill or slope, turn the car's wheels away from the road to help prevent the care from rolling into traffic.
D) STAY IN YOUR VEHICLE If you're on a highway or crowded road, the Insurance Information Institute (III) recommends that you avoid getting out of your vehicle to look at the damage or fix a mechanical problem. If you need to get out of the car, get your vehicle to a safe place and make sure the road around you is completely clear. If you're stopped on the right-hand side of the road, get out through the passenger-side door.
E) BE VISIBLE Once you're safely out of the vehicle, prop up your hood to let other drivers know they should proceed with caution. This will alert other drivers that you're broken down, according to the NMA.
F) CALL FOR HELP Call to B & C Roadside Service. If you're in an emergency situation or are not sure who to contact, call 911 or the local police for help.
