Stay Calm and Stay Safe
Breaking down on a busy highway is one of the most stressful experiences a driver can face. At New West Towing, we have helped thousands of stranded motorists, and we want to share our expert advice on what to do if it happens to you.
Step 1: Get Off the Road Safely
As soon as you notice something wrong, signal and carefully move to the right shoulder as far from traffic as possible. If you cannot move the vehicle, stay in it with your seatbelt on and call for help.
Step 2: Make Yourself Visible
Turn on your hazard lights immediately. If you have reflective triangles or road flares, place them behind your vehicle. At night, use your dome light to make your vehicle more visible.
Step 3: Stay in Your Vehicle
Unless your vehicle is on fire or in immediate danger, the safest place is inside your car with your seatbelt fastened. Standing on the roadside, especially on highways, is extremely dangerous.
Step 4: Call for Help
Call a reliable towing service like New West Towing at 778-558-5657. Give them your exact location, including the highway name, direction of travel, and nearest exit or landmark. You can also share your GPS location.
Step 5: Wait Safely
Stay in your vehicle with doors locked until help arrives. If someone stops to offer help, crack your window slightly and let them know help is on the way.
Remember, New West Towing is available 24/7 for emergency roadside assistance throughout New Westminster, Burnaby, and the surrounding areas. Save our number: 778-558-5657.