BRIDGEPORT, United States – February 22, 2019 / Quick Towing Service of Bridgeport /

Quick Towing Service of Bridgeport is releasing a free tip sheet to help every day drivers cut through the clutter and get to the most important aspects of Roadside Safety that are essential for getting through a breakdown safely. For more information on them, visit their website at www.towingservicebridgeportct.com.  

Some of the most important tips include:

Roadside Safety – Above all, make sure you’re in a safe place. Whether you’re driving at night or in the day-time, there are many risks in being stranded or broken down on the side of the road. One of the biggest is the risk of being hit by another vehicle, so first and foremost, be sure to pull your vehicle into a safe spot away from traffic. This is the most important thing you can do if your car breaks down.

For example, if you’re on the interstate and are stranded between exits, then you should get your vehicle as far to the side of the shoulder as you can safely. Additionally, if possible, turn your wheels away from the road once your vehicle is parked so that, God forbid, if someone did hit you, your vehicle would have a lower chance of re-entering the roadway and causing more accidents.

Make Sure You’re Visible – The second thing you should do is to make sure you are clearly visible to all incoming traffic. This will greatly reduce the risk of a careless driver hitting you and your vehicle while you are parked on the shoulder or pulled to the side.

First thing you should do is pop your hazard lights on. These flashing lights will alert drivers traveling behind you or coming in your direction and will let them know there is a situation they should be aware of. As a result, they will probably slow down or switch lanes to avoid getting too close.

If you have a triangle roadside reflector in your car (everyone should) and it is safe to exit your vehicle, then set it up about 10-20 ft behind your vehicle to give extra warning. This warning sign is universal and drivers will react instinctively to it.

Your Personal Safety – The last tip is for those who are passing through a bad area, or who are traveling at night, or who might be vulnerable for other reasons. If you are in this situation and your car decides to leave you stranded, do not do anything that would risk your safety.

If it’s dark, do you absolute best to get into a well lit location with other people around. If that’s not possible and you don’t feel safe, stay in your car, lock the doors, and call your closest towing professionals.

If you feel like you are in physical danger because of the area you are in, call your local police department immediately and request an officer’s presence. They are usually very accommodating.

When asked about the reasons behind the tip sheet, Vinny Moore, Manager of Quick Towing Service of Bridgeport said, “Being stranded is a frightening thing to have happen to you, and understandably comes with a lot of frustration and confusion. Remembering these tips will help you stay safer if you find yourself on the side of the road. I recommend everyone learn them if they aren’t completely sure what to do in these situations.”

Bridgeport Towing provides tow truck and recovery services in the city of Bridgeport, Connecticut. They recommend sharing this simple tips sheet with anyone who drives regularly and might not be familiar with what to do in the case of a vehicular issue. Any questions can be answered by going to the company website and filling out the contact form there or giving them a call directly if you’re in the Bridggeport, CT area.