If your brakes suddenly fail while driving, you should
Try pumping the brake pedal quickly to build pressure. Shift to a lower gear and gently use the park brake to help slow down safely.
If your vehicle breaks down on the road, you should
Hazard lights alert other drivers that your vehicle has stopped due to a problem. This helps prevent rear-end collisions.
If your engine stops working while driving, you should
Steer to the left side of the road to stay out of traffic. Turn on your hazard lights to signal your vehicle is not moving.
If your tyre suddenly bursts, you should
A burst tyre can cause swerving. Hold the wheel tightly and take your foot off the accelerator to regain control.
In case of a stuck accelerator, you should
Switching to neutral cuts power to the wheels. Then apply steady brakes and stop safely.
If your brake pedal goes to the floor, you should
Quickly pumping the brakes may restore pressure. Use lower gears and gently apply the park brake to slow the car.
If your car breaks down at night, you should
Hazard lights increase visibility to other drivers. A reflective vest makes you more visible if you exit the car.
When placing a warning triangle in a built-up area
Place the triangle behind your car to warn approaching vehicles. It gives drivers time to react and avoid a collision.
When placing a warning triangle on a highway
On high-speed roads, drivers need more time to slow down. Placing the triangle farther back increases safety.
If your car is swerving after a rear tyre puncture
Sudden steering can worsen the swerve. Ease off the accelerator and gently regain control.
If your engine fails in traffic, your first action is
Move to the roadside to avoid blocking traffic. This reduces danger to you and others.
If safe to do so after a breakdown, passengers should
Passengers are safer away from the vehicle. Make sure they stand well away from the road.
When your accelerator is stuck, do NOT
This can lock the steering or disable power brakes. Use neutral and brakes instead to stop safely.
If your brake fails, you may also
These warnings can alert others of your emergency. Use them if you’re unable to stop quickly.
In a breakdown, if you have no triangle, you should
Use your hazard lights to alert others. Stay outside the car and away from traffic if safe.
If your car slows due to mechanical trouble
Staying to the left keeps you out of active lanes. This helps reduce the risk of collisions.
If your front tyre bursts, your car will
The car will naturally pull in the direction of the burst. Hold the wheel firmly to keep control.
If emergency occurs in rain or fog, you should
Poor visibility increases danger. Slow down and use hazard lights to be seen.
If using a CB radio during an emergency
This alerts truck drivers and nearby vehicles. It’s especially useful in remote or high-speed areas.
If you must work near traffic after a breakdown
Always stay on the safe side of the vehicle. This reduces the chance of being hit by passing cars.