What to Do When Your Car Breaks Down in Elizabethton

Breaking down on the side of the road is never an enjoyable experience, especially if you're on a busy highway like US-321 or a winding road in Carter County. The most important thing is to prioritize your safety and the safety of your passengers.

First, turn on your hazard lights immediately to alert other drivers. If your car is still moving, try to pull over to the right shoulder as far off the road as possible. If you cannot get off the road, do not get out of the vehicle. Call 911 if you are in immediate danger.

Once you are safely pulled over, exit the vehicle from the passenger side if you are on a busy road. Set up flares or reflective triangles if you have them. Then, call a reliable local towing service like Elizabethton Towing at (615) 241-0232. Be prepared to describe your location, the make and model of your car, and what seems to be the problem. While you wait, stay inside your locked vehicle if it is safe to do so.

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