Having your vehicle break down is always a stressful experience, but if you’re driving late at night, a breakdown can be particularly troubling. Fortunately, Barnett’s Towing is here for you with 24-hour towing service in Arizona. Here are our recommendations for staying safe while you wait for our tow truck to arrive.
Make Your Vehicle Visible
If possible, move your vehicle off to the side of the road or into a nearby parking lot. Regardless of your vehicle location, be sure that you make it as visible as possible. If you have reflective triangles, cones, or flares in your car’s emergency kit, use those to alert other drivers of your presence. You should also turn on your hazard lights, which will alert other drivers that your vehicle is disabled and help your tow truck driver find you when they arrive.
Identify Your Location
It can be more difficult to pinpoint your location in the middle of the night, as you may not be able to see nearby landmarks or road signs, especially if you are in a more remote location. When you are driving at night, remain aware of mile markers and take note of which road you’re driving on, as this will help you stay prepared if something does go wrong and you need to call for help. If you have cell phone service, open Google Maps or another map app on your phone to identify your exact coordinates.
When you know you will be driving late at night—especially in a remote area—it’s also a good idea to alert a friend or family member of your travel plans, letting them know where you’re headed, which route you plan to take, and when you plan to arrive at your destination.
Call a Tow Truck
Don’t wait until you’re experiencing an emergency to look for a reliable towing service. Save the number for Barnett’s Towing in your phone (1-800-722-2302) so that you can call us for towing service when you need us. Our dispatchers are available 24/7, so you can always get a tow truck in Tucson,Sierra Vista, Phoenix, or anywhere else in Southern Arizona. If you do not have cell service, you may still be able to make an emergency call to 911. Be sure that you keep a power bank for your phone in your vehicle so that you are able to call for help when you need to.
Wait Inside Your Vehicle
The safest place to be while waiting for an emergency tow truck is usually inside your vehicle. Get in the car, lock the doors, and keep the windows up until the tow truck arrives. If you are in a dangerous spot where your vehicle is blocking traffic, or you are worried for your personal safety, call 911 before calling for a tow.
Barnett’s Towing is here for you with 24-hour towing service you can rely on. Accidents and breakdowns can happen anytime, which is why we are here 24/7 with our extensive fleet of towing vehicles and professional operators standing by. Call us toll-free at 1-800-722-2302.