In what situation should you use your hazard lights?

Using hazard lights is primarily intended to alert other drivers to a situation that requires caution. When you are stopped on the side of the road, activating your hazard lights serves as a warning sign to approaching vehicles, indicating that there may be a potential hazard or obstruction. This is particularly important in situations where you could pose a risk to other drivers, such as a breakdown, flat tire, or emergency situation.

In contrast, using hazard lights while driving at night, in a line of traffic, or during normal driving conditions may confuse other drivers or be seen as an unnecessary warning. Hazard lights should not be used for situations where they do not enhance safety, such as indicating a normal driving action or being part of regular traffic patterns. Therefore, activating hazard lights when stopped on the side of the road is the appropriate use that promotes road safety for all users.