When are emergency flashers typically used?

Emergency flashers are typically used when your vehicle is disabled. This serves as a warning to other drivers that your vehicle may be stationary on or near the roadway, thereby enhancing safety. The flashing lights alert surrounding traffic to proceed with caution and increase their awareness of the potential hazard.

In situations where the vehicle is not operational, such as after a breakdown, using emergency flashers is crucial to prevent accidents. This visual signal effectively communicates to other drivers that they should be attentive, as the disabled vehicle may not be able to move or may be obstructing the flow of traffic.

While some drivers might mistakenly consider using emergency flashers in fog or during lane changes, those situations typically call for different types of signals (such as headlights for fog or turn signals for lane changes). Emergency flashers specifically indicate a vehicle that is either stopped or unable to continue driving, making them essential when dealing with a breakdown or disabling incident.