If a Car Accident Occurs During the Holiday, "Ensuring Safety Comes First"

Confirming Injuries and Securing Safety at the Accident Site First

[Asia Economy Reporter Kiho Sung] During holidays when traffic volume significantly increases, the likelihood of traffic accidents, both minor and major, also rises due to road congestion and drowsy driving. Experts suggest useful response measures for drivers to know in case of minor contact accidents during the Chuseok holiday.

According to the automotive aftermarket O2O platform 'Kadak' on the 10th, if a car accident occurs, the first priority is to check for any injuries and secure safety at the accident site. After confirming that neither the driver nor the passengers of the other vehicle are injured, drivers should use a warning triangle or hazard lights to alert vehicles behind of the accident scene.

After securing safety at the accident site, record the scene with photos or videos. Photos clearly showing the damaged parts as well as the entire accident scene are essential. Take pictures of the front of the vehicle to confirm the license plate and whether a black box is installed, and also capture the left and right sides and rear of the vehicle to show the direction of the wheels and lanes. If there are tire marks, oil, dirt, or other information on the ground that can indicate the vehicle’s movement at the time of the accident, be sure to photograph those as well. Finally, take one close-up and one wide shot of the contact and damaged areas.

Once the accident scene documentation is complete, move the vehicle to a safe location such as the shoulder. Leaving the car at the accident site for a long time while handling the accident can cause secondary accidents. Then exchange contact information with the other party involved and report the traffic accident to the police and insurance company to proceed with the necessary procedures.

Park Yeri, Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) of Kadak, stated, “Even minor contact accidents can cause most drivers to panic, so it is important to familiarize yourself with the proper actions to take in advance.” She added, “Downloading apps like insurance company apps and Kadak, which assist in accident handling, before the Chuseok holiday can also be helpful.”

Meanwhile, Kadak offers users free repair estimates from 5 to 6 nearby repair shops within an average of 3 minutes when they request a quote through the app. If satisfied with the estimated cost, users can compare each shop’s satisfaction ratings, reviews, and distance to select the most reasonable option and make a reservation for repairs. Cars repaired through Kadak’s exterior repair service are also covered by a free repair warranty for one year in case of defects in the repaired areas.

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