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When the tire is punctured on the highway, call 1033 helpline number, tell the location and seek help from the patrolling unit. Stop the car safe space, do not seek help from strangers, RSA service is also an option.
New Delhi. The number of National Highways and Expressways in the country is continuously increasing. Along with this, people running cars on these are also increasing. If you also travel on the highway by car, then you must know some things which can sometimes be useful for you in trouble. For example, what will you do if you are going with the family without worrying on the highway and suddenly tire is punctured. There is no need to panic in such a situation. We will tell you the way that you can easily help you.
Call the helpline number
To call the tire puncture on the highway, call the National Highway Helpline No. 1033. This toll-free number remains on the clock and helps in an accident, vehicle malfunction or any other emergency on national highways. You have to tell your location and the patrolling unit will reach the spot as soon as possible.
What to do when your tire is punctured?
1. First of all, take your car slowly on the roadside and light emergency lights.
2. While getting out of the car, stand away from road traffic, in a safe place.
3. Call 1033 helpline number and tell your problem.
4. If you have a smartphone, then find your exact location using Google Maps or other GPS apps, so that help can reach quickly.
5. You can also call your car company's roadside assistance (RSA) service. The phone booth placed at a distance on the highway can also be used if you do not have a phone signal.
1. First of all, take your car slowly on the roadside and light emergency lights.
2. While getting out of the car, stand away from road traffic, in a safe place.
3. Call 1033 helpline number and tell your problem.
4. If you have a smartphone, then find your exact location using Google Maps or other GPS apps, so that help can reach quickly.
5. You can also call your car company's roadside assistance (RSA) service. The phone booth placed at a distance on the highway can also be used if you do not have a phone signal.
What not to do:
Do not press the brake loudly, this can deteriorate the control of the vehicle. Avoid driving very far on puncture tires, it can damage the wheels, brakes and suspension of the car. Do not take help directly from strangers, contact only official numbers.
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