Your vehicle breaks down in a tunnel. What should you do?

A: Stay in your vehicle and wait for the police

B: Stand in the lane behind your vehicle to warn others

C: Stand in front of your vehicle to warn oncoming drivers

D: Switch on hazard warning lights, then go and call for help

A broken-down vehicle in a tunnel can cause serious congestion and danger to other road users. If your vehicle breaks down, get help without delay. Switch on your hazard warning lights, then go to an emergency telephone to call for help.

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