When is it recommended to seek a safe place to pull over?

Seeking a safe place to pull over is particularly recommended when experiencing road rage. Road rage can escalate tensions and result in erratic driving behavior, both by the driver experiencing the rage and by other drivers on the road. By pulling over to a safe location, you can take a moment to calm down, assess the situation, and decide your next steps without contributing to a potentially dangerous driving environment.

In contrast, heavy rainstorms can create hazardous driving conditions, and while it's essential to drive cautiously, pulling over abruptly can also lead to accidents. Assisting a passenger may require stopping, but it's best to do so at a safe and suitable location rather than in the midst of traffic or dangerous conditions. Weak GPS signals may be frustrating, but it is often safer to continue driving cautiously while trying to regain a signal rather than pulling over in an area that could be unsafe or inconvenient.