HELP-05 · Roadside · 5 min

Stuck in snow? How to get out, and what to keep in the car.

Rocking it free without wrecking the transmission, staying safe if you’re stranded, and a winter kit checklist.

The short answer

Straighten the wheels, clear snow from the tires and tailpipe, then use gentle throttle. Spinning the tires just digs deeper.

HELP-05 · Video walkthrough coming soon

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Keep in mind

Stranded? Stay with the car. Run the engine about 10 minutes an hour for heat, with the tailpipe clear and a window cracked.
Winter kit: scraper and brush, small shovel, sand or kitty litter, blanket, gloves and hat, phone charger, flashlight, jumper cables or a jump pack, snacks and water.

More free help

How to get off the road, put on the spare (or use the inflator kit), and what to do next.

Steady vs. flashing, why it always comes on the first cold morning, and the right pressure for your car.

What to do at the scene, what to photograph, and the hidden damage worth checking afterward.

Rather we handle it?

Call or text 603-818-3121. Send a photo and we’ll tell you what we think, even before you come in.