We know that nobody plans or schedules roadside breakdowns. While they are never eagerly expected, these mechanical mishaps are simply a fact of driving a vehicle – it just happens sometimes. However, it pays off to be prepared, and it’s important that everyone understands the safety essentials of waiting for a tow truck. Here’s a guide on exactly what to do when you’re waiting for a tow truck, as prepared by the roadside assistance experts here at Chicago Towing.

Staying Safe

Make sure, especially if you’ve been in accident, that you, your passengers, and your vehicle is safe. If you’ve been in an accident with injuries, make sure to contact emergency services as soon as possible.

Get to a safe distance

Make sure your vehicle isn’t blocking any lanes of the highway. If it is, turn on your car’s emergency flashers and try to move the vehicle away from traffic. This is why it’s important to have an emergency kit in your vehicle with cones and flares. If you do, set them up around your vehicle in order to prevent the risk of injury from passing cars.

Have all your belongings consolidated

When the tow truck team arrives, they will need to tow your vehicle as soon as possible. Make it smooth and easy by gathering all the belongings from your vehicle that you may need. This includes phones, purses, keys, wallets, phones, bags, electronics, and anything else from your vehicle that you have been traveling with or may need.