What to do when your car breaks down? Useful tips that can save your day — or night.
062 389 309Practical advice first-hand — from experienced tow truck drivers
Immediately turn on your hazard lights and move the vehicle to a safe spot — as far from traffic as possible. Place your warning triangle 50m behind the vehicle. Then call the towing service.
Apply the brakes gradually — not suddenly. If the engine cuts out, don't switch off the steering. Slow down gradually and park on the road shoulder or in a car park.
If the vehicle won't start, if there are unusual noises, if a warning light won't go off, or if you've broken down on a busy road — don't risk it, call for a tow.
A battery lasts 3–5 years. Regularly check the voltage and replace in good time. Long periods of parking without driving drain the battery — use a battery charger.
Stop the vehicle, not suddenly. Fit the spare tyre if you have one. If you don't or you're unsure — call us. Driving on a flat tyre damages the rim.
Before winter, check: winter tyres, battery, coolant and wipers. Always keep in the car: blankets, a shovel, jump cables and a bottle of water.