Motorway breakdowns are a different situation entirely from a quiet side street — higher speeds, less room to manoeuvre, and real danger if you get it wrong. If you break down on the A2, the A205 or any other major road through South East London, here’s exactly what to do.
Get left, every time
Move into the left-hand lane as early as you can, indicate, and head for the hard shoulder or a safe verge. Don’t wait until the last second — the sooner you’re out of live traffic, the safer you are.
Get out safely
Exit from the side away from traffic, wear a hi-vis vest if you have one, and stand behind the barrier rather than next to your car. Never attempt repairs on a live carriageway.
Won’t Restart on the A2 or A205? Stay Safe and Call Us
If your car cuts out and won’t restart on a busy road like the A2 or A205, don’t attempt a roadside jump start with a stranger in live traffic. Move to safety, call us, and we’ll decide whether a jump start or full breakdown recovery is the safest option. Our jump start service and 24/7 car recovery cover Greenwich, Woolwich, Eltham and the rest of South East London.
Call for recovery, not a friend
A friend’s car isn’t insured or equipped to recover you safely from a fast road. Call a professional recovery service that can reach you quickly and remove your vehicle without putting anyone at risk.
Recovery Car responds to breakdowns on the A2, A205 and other major roads through South East London, 24/7. Call us the moment you’re safely off the carriageway.
Broken down right now?
Call us for fast, friendly recovery anywhere in South East London — open 24/7.
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