What should you use to alert other drivers if your vehicle has a problem or breaks down?

Using emergency flashers is a critical safety measure when your vehicle experiences a problem or breaks down. The purpose of emergency flashers is to provide a visual cue to other drivers that your vehicle is not moving normally and may pose a hazard. When activated, the flashers cause the turn signal lights to blink simultaneously, clearly indicating that your vehicle is stationary and could impede traffic flow or present a risk of collision.

This method of alerting others is effective because it can be seen from a distance, making it easier for other drivers to be aware of your situation and take necessary precautions as they approach. In conjunction with other safety measures such as pulling over to a safe area, activating flashers ensures that you are increasing visibility and improving safety for yourself and others on the road.

Though placing a warning triangle or using road flares can also be effective, those are not always readily available to every driver and might require exiting the vehicle, which can be dangerous in certain situations. Hand signals are not suitable for a breakdown scenario, as they do not provide the same level of visibility or warning to drivers approaching from behind.