Roadside emergencies happen to everyone whether a car is new or old.
The most important thing if you experience a roadside emergency, be it mechanical failure or a tire failure or even running out of gas, is to stay safe and deal with the emergency so that you can get back on the road as soon as possible.
There are several items you should have in your car which will help you to deal with any emergency and also to stay safe.
One of the most important things to do, is to warn other vehicles if yours is stopped on the side of the road. For this purpose you should carry a battery powered warning light and also a reflective hazard triangle. If you are used to driving in remote areas, flares can also be effective.
Make sure that you have a jack and a lug wrench in the vehicle along with a spare tire which is in good condition and fully inflated. Also ensure that you know how to use them. You can also buy a can of tire sealant which will save you having to change the tire and allow you to drive to the nearest garage. Do be aware that several tire shops will not repair a tire which has been sealed as they leave a sticky residue. Also remember this is not a permanent fix so the tire should be repaired or replaced as soon as possible. You can also buy a portable air compressor which can be used to inflate a tire which has a slow leak.
If you have suffered serious injuries as a result of an auto accident, please call our Connecticut I-95 accident attorneys at Hastings, Cohan, and Walsh, LLP, at (888) 244-5480 or contact us online today.
