What is the proper procedure for an emergency stop on the expressway if you have no safe exit?

• A. Stop immediately in the lane and wait for help.
• B. Move to the shoulder if safe, otherwise stop in a safe location.
• C. Move to the shoulder if safe, otherwise stop in a safe location, use hazard lights, and call for assistance.
• D. Stop on the shoulder and turn off all lights.

Answer: (C)

When you have to stop in an emergency on the expressway and there’s no safe exit, the priority is to reduce danger by moving away from the travel lanes and making your vehicle as visible as possible while you get help. If the shoulder is reachable and safe to reach, steer to the shoulder rather than stopping in the lane. If the shoulder isn’t safely accessible, stop in the nearest clearly safe location away from active traffic. Once you’ve halted, turn on your hazard lights to warn other drivers and call for assistance so you can get professional help and report your exact location. Avoid stopping in the lane and avoid turning off all lights; keeping hazard lights on helps others see you and understand that you’re in distress, which is safer for everyone until help arrives.