I was almost going to name this post ‘breakdown strategy’ but I decided on car breakdown strategy.. although you will certainly feel like having a breakdown if your car does… especially if it’s in peak hour traffic with other motorists honking their horn or shouting abuse at you.

It’s no wonder you’d feel intimidated…I know I would be & especially with the increase in road rage. 

I’m sure for many of us, myself included….despite the fact of looking under your car hood….you would have no idea what you were looking for or how to go about fixing it.  And that’s why it’s so important to belong to a road service like NRMA, for just these times.

So when I came across this Car Breakdown Strategy advice from the NRMA I wanted to share it with you…

* If possible, get your vehicle off the road.  Put on your car’s hazard lights, generally identified by a red triangle.

* If your vehicle is equipped with warning triangles, put them out behind the vehicle as an early warning for approaching traffic.

* If you cannot get your car off the road, move well away from your vehicle unless it is in a tunnel or somewhere else where this is impossible or unsafe.

* If a member…call the NRMA Roadside Assistance as soon as possible.

* If not an NRMA member you can join on the spot…but you will have to pay a joining & membership at this time.

* If you feel unsafe in the area you’ve stopped and your vehicle is in a safe position, lock yourself in your vehicle while waiting for help.

Related Posts:
Learner Driver & Your Car Insurance Policy
Parents & Supervisors of Learner Drivers

Resources:
EveryDay Savings
Australian Fuel Consumption Guide
Womens – All Things Automotive
NRMA – Roadside Assistance & More

Free maintenance courses for women had been run by Warringah Council & Titan Ford at Brookvale NSW.

For our own safety it’s a must to have a car breakdown strategy…not only for our own safety but possibly for the children who are travelling in the car with us at the time. 

If you have a teenager learning to drive make them aware of this car breakdown strategy to keep them safe….despite the fact I’m sure they’ll answer with a …Whatever!  (Parents of teenagers will know exactly what I mean..I think it’s their favourite saying!)

p.s. talking of car maintenance

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