Section 15: Breakdowns

Question 1

Q1: What’s the first thing you should do if your vehicle breaks down on a motorway?

Answer 1

Pull over to the hard shoulder or emergency refuge area and switch on hazard lights.

Question 2

Where should passengers wait during a motorway breakdown?

Answer 2

Behind the barrier and away from the carriageway.

Question 3

What should you do if you can’t get to the hard shoulder?

Answer 3

Stay in the vehicle with seatbelts on and call for help.

Question 4

What equipment should you carry in case of a breakdown?

Answer 4

Warning triangle, high-visibility vest, torch, and breakdown contact info.

Question 5

Should you attempt to repair your vehicle on the hard shoulder?

Answer 5

No – it’s too dangerous. Wait for professional help.