Roadside tips

Notes from the shoulder

Quick reads to keep you safe and moving when the car has other plans.

Safety

Broke down on the highway? Do these 5 things first.

Where to stand, when to stay in the car, and how to make yourself visible while help is on the way. A quick roadside safety checklist worth knowing before you need it.

Recent4 min read
Batteries

Dead battery, or something worse? How to tell.

When a jump gets you going for good, and when it's a sign the battery or alternator is on its way out. What to check before you're stranded in the same spot again.

Recent3 min read
Tires

Spare, plug, or tow? Handling a flat the smart way.

Donut spares, plug kits, run-flats, and when a flat is really a call-for-help situation. How to get off the shoulder safely and back on the road.

Recent4 min read

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