Any vehicle can experience a
breakdown and be problematic, which is why
Car Recovery Sheffield offers reassurance and rescue at a swift speed. But no matter how fast the retrieval is, you'll have to wait, even if it's only a matter of minutes.
So what are the steps to take if you suffer a breakdown? Here are some valuable tips for staying safe while help is on its way.
- Pull over to a secure place and put your car's hazard warning lights on. If it is dark, turn your car's sidelights on too.
- Although not required in the UK, a high-visibility vest or coat can come in handy. If you have one, put it on before leaving the vehicle.
- Try and wait somewhere safe. On quieter roads, staying inside your vehicle is best, but on busy streets and divided motorways, it will be safer to step out of your car and wait somewhere away from the traffic.
While being towed, you can be mindful of the following:
- Ensure that your transmission is in neutral and the handbrake is off.
- Watch the car ahead for any hand signals from the driver and to see when its brake lights and indicators are on.
- Maintain a light pressure on the brake pedal to be sure that the tow rope remains taut
- Refrain from pumping your brake pedal as it will get harder to depress each time – it can also put excessive tension on the towing rope and the drivetrain of the towing vehicle.
- Foresee what will happen next by looking at the road ahead of the towing car.
- Turn off the radio, fan and interior lights but keep the ignition in the 'on' position, so the steering wheel doesn't lock. If it is dark, use the headlights.
It is highly advisable to save our contact information on your phone. Call us if this unfortunate event happens to you, as Car Recovery Sheffield can provide
vehicle recovery in Sheffield immediately.
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Car Recovery Sheffield
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45 Ratcliffe Road, S11 8YA, Sheffield