What should you do if your vehicle runs out of gas on the highway?

When your vehicle runs out of gas on the highway, the safest course of action is to pull over to the side of the road and turn on your hazard lights. This ensures your vehicle is out of the flow of traffic, minimizing risk to both yourself and other drivers. Activating your hazard lights alerts other motorists that you have a problem and that they should proceed with caution. This is particularly important on highways, where vehicles are traveling at high speeds.

Taking this approach allows you to safely exit the roadway instead of stopping abruptly which could lead to a collision, especially in fast-moving traffic. Additionally, pulling over creates a safe space for you to wait for assistance, whether that be from a roadside service or someone who can bring you gasoline. It is also important to remain in your vehicle if it is safe to do so, rather than putting yourself in a vulnerable position near moving traffic.