Coast to the shoulder or a safe spot, turn on your hazard lights, stay with your car if you are on a highway and call for fuel delivery. Walking along a highway to a gas station is risky.
It happens to careful drivers too: a gauge that reads wrong, a longer trip than planned, or traffic that burns more fuel than expected.
What should I do when the engine shuts off?
- Signal and coast to the right shoulder, an exit or a parking lot. You lose power steering and brake assist once the engine stops, so steer firmly and press the brake harder.
- Turn on your hazard lights.
- Stay in the car with your seatbelt on if you are on a highway, unless it is safer outside.
Should I walk to a gas station?
On a highway, no. Walking along the shoulder is dangerous, especially at night. On a quiet street with a station very close, you can decide, but calling for fuel delivery is usually safer and often faster.
How does fuel delivery work?
You tell us where you are and what kind of fuel your car uses. We bring enough fuel to get you to the nearest gas station so you can fill up.
Can running out of gas damage my car?
Running the tank completely dry can make the fuel pump work harder, since it relies on fuel to stay cool. Doing it once isn’t usually a disaster, but try to keep at least a quarter tank, especially before long drives or hurricane evacuations.
What if the car doesn’t start after adding fuel?
Some cars need a few tries to push fuel back through the lines. If it still won’t start, it may need to be towed to a mechanic.
Dala Multiservices delivers fuel and tows vehicles across Tampa and nearby cities, 24/7. Call (813) 293-3415.