What to do in the first minutes after a breakdown, a blowout or a crash: where to stand, who to call, and what not to attempt at the side of a busy road.
Written for Perth roads and Western Australian rules.
Roadside EmergenciesA single vehicle accident can be frightening and overwhelming, especially when it happens without warning. Knowing what to do immediately afterwards
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Roadside EmergenciesAn overheating car should not be driven as it can cause serious damage within minutes and put your safety at risk. If the gauge in the car shows that
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Roadside EmergenciesLocked out of your car? Stay calm, check all doors, try a spare key or remote access, or call for help if you can’t safely get back in. Acting
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Roadside EmergenciesA tyre blowout can be frightening, but the right response keeps you safe. If it happens, stay calm, hold the steering wheel firmly, ease off the
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Roadside EmergenciesA bogged car can be recovered by stopping wheel spin, improving traction, and using controlled movement to regain grip. The right approach can get
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Roadside EmergenciesA car breakdown is never convenient, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Knowing what to do keeps you safe and helps get assistance to you faster.
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Roadside EmergenciesIf you find yourself in a car crash, being unaware of the correct way of handling the situation makes the experience overwhelming. Knowing what to do
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