When you're driving and you find yourself in a situation like "His car broke down just in time," you might be wondering what to do. This video will cover how to handle this situation. Whether or not you get out of your car is up to you, but if you're stuck in an area with high traffic, you should try to pull over somewhere safe. If you must exit your car, do so via the passenger side door. While you're outside the vehicle, prop up the hood to alert other drivers to your breakdown..