Breaking down on the road can be a stressful experience for any driver. Whether you’re stuck on the freeway, a backroad, or in your own driveway, it’s important to stay calm and take the right steps to ensure your safety and get help fast. At Miramar Towing, our AAA-trained professionals are here to help 24/7 — but here’s what you can do in the meantime:
1. Stay Calm and Assess the Situation
The first step is to remain calm. Take a deep breath and assess what’s happening with your vehicle. Are you losing power? Hearing strange noises? Noticing smoke or overheating? Understanding the signs can help you explain the issue when you call for help.
2. Pull Over Safely
If your vehicle is still in motion, try to steer it to a safe location as soon as possible. Pull over to the right shoulder of the road or into a parking lot. Turn on your hazard lights immediately to alert other drivers.
Tip: If you’re on a highway, try to exit before pulling over. If not possible, stay as far from traffic as you can.
3. Stay Inside the Vehicle If It’s Not Safe
If you’re on a busy road or freeway, it’s often safest to remain inside the vehicle with your seatbelt fastened. Only exit the vehicle if you’re away from traffic and it’s absolutely safe to do so.
4. Turn On Hazard Lights and Use Emergency Signals
Keep your hazard lights flashing. If you have road flares or reflective triangles, place them behind your vehicle to improve visibility, especially at night or during bad weather.
5. Call for Roadside Assistance
Once you’re safe, call Miramar Towing at (619) 429-8444. Let us know your exact location, describe the issue, and we’ll dispatch a trained technician to assist you — whether you need a jump start, tire change, fuel delivery, or a tow.
6. Gather Important Information
While you wait, gather your driver’s license, registration, insurance, and any roadside assistance info. If your car is covered through AAA or another provider, let us know when you call.
7. Do Not Attempt Major Repairs
Avoid attempting any complex repairs yourself, especially on the side of a busy road. Our technicians are trained to handle breakdown situations safely and efficiently — let us do the heavy lifting.
8. Wait in a Safe Location
If possible, wait inside your vehicle with the doors locked or nearby in a secure area. Our dispatch team will keep you updated on the ETA so you’re never left in the dark.
Why Choose Miramar Towing?
- 24/7 Emergency Service
- AAA-Approved and Professionally Trained Technicians
- Fast Response Times
- Safe Towing and Roadside Assistance
- Long-Distance and Accident Recovery Services Available
A vehicle breakdown doesn’t have to ruin your day. By following the right steps and calling Miramar Towing, you can ensure a quick, safe resolution to get back on the road. Save our number today: (619) 429-8444 — and drive with peace of mind.