2025-09-12
A practical safety guide and the right steps to take if your car breaks down on a UAE highway.
A breakdown on the highway is stressful, but a few simple steps protect you and your family until the recovery team arrives.
First: turn on hazard lights immediately and pull over to the far right shoulder if possible. Step away from the vehicle and wait behind the side barrier.
Second: place a reflective triangle 50 m behind the car. UAE police can fine you for not using one.
Third: call recovery and share your location via WhatsApp. Recovery Emirates has field teams arriving in 15–30 minutes in most areas.
Fourth: don't try to repair the car yourself on the highway. Leaving the vehicle to a specialist is safer.
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