You are probably reading this in a panic mode. Calm down, help is available and it’s easy. Car breakdowns are very common in Tasmania, you are not the first one to experience this.
First move to a safe area and turn on your hazard lights. Report the breakdown to your roadside assistance service provider once you’re in a safe location. Here is a more detailed explanation on what you should do when your car breaks down.
Try to move your car as far away from the road as possible. Unlike parking lights, they will signal that you are experiencing car difficulty so that other drivers will understand that you are having trouble with your car.
Stop on the left-hand side of the road, or an emergency lane if one is available, and as far away from moving vehicles as possible. It is important to keep other drivers, passengers, and oneself safe.
You should contact your Roadside Assistance service provider as soon as you’re safe. As soon as roadside assistance services come, make sure you follow all directions. Look for an emergency roadside telephone if you are without a phone or roadside assistance. Alternatively, you can also ask the Tasmnian police for help.
Wild animals are everywhere in Tasmania so if you choose to remain in the car, fasten your seatbelt. If you choose to get out, use the passenger door and keep your distance from the road. Take your keys with you if you must leave your car to protect your vehicle and possessions.
It can be frightening or nerve-racking to have a car break down, but panicking simply makes it more difficult to make the best choice. Instead, you should remain calm and carry out your planned actions.
If you break down on private property or in a parking lot, you can contact a tow truck on your own. Most of the times, multi-story parking lots are too small for standard flatbed tow vehicles. For the tight space, the tow provider must send a suitable truck.
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