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What To Do When Your Car Breaks Down

A simple step-by-step guide to staying safe and getting help quickly when your vehicle stops unexpectedly.

Karrotrec Rigelsi tow truck parked roadside near Gjirokastër, ready to respond

1. Stay Calm and Move to Safety

If possible, move your vehicle to the side of the road, away from traffic. Turn on your hazard lights immediately.

2. Make Yourself Visible

At night or in low visibility, use reflective triangles or lights if you have them. Stay away from fast-moving traffic.

3. Call for Assistance

Once you are safe, call a professional towing service. In Southern Albania, you can reach Karrotrec Rigelsi 24/7 at +355 69 27 28 054.

4. Share Your Exact Location

Use WhatsApp location sharing or a map pin to send your exact position. This reduces waiting time and avoids confusion.

5. Wait in a Safe Place

If it's safe, stay inside the vehicle with doors locked. If the road is dangerous, move to a safe area away from traffic.


Need immediate help? Call us now or send your location via WhatsApp — we respond 24/7 across Gjirokaster, Permet, Sarande and Tepelene.