Yes, it is permissible to move the car after the accident under certain conditions stipulated by the General Traffic Administration, provided that the regulatory requirements are met and the accident is documented correctly when necessary. Allowing the vehicle to be moved in some cases aims to maintain public safety, prevent traffic congestion, and reduce the risks of further accidents caused by vehicles stopping on the road.<\/p>\n
In this guide, we review the cases in which moving the car after the accident is permitted, and the steps that must be followed to ensure your safety and compliance with traffic regulations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.<\/p>\n
The General Traffic Administration has specified three main cases in which the car can be moved from the accident site before the competent authorities arrive:<\/p>\n
The vehicle may be moved if the accident is minor and there are no injuries, provided that one of the parties clearly documents the accident before moving the vehicle.<\/p>\n
It is preferable that the documentation includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n This documentation helps facilitate the inspection procedures and the preparation of the report by the competent authorities or the Najm company.<\/p>\n If leaving the vehicles at the accident site obstructs the flow of traffic or poses a danger to road users, it is allowed to move them to a safer location.<\/p>\n This case is one of the most common, especially on highways or vital streets with high traffic density, where sudden stops may lead to more serious secondary accidents.<\/p>\n The car may be moved if you receive direct instructions from the competent authorities, such as the Traffic Department or Najm, either by phone or when responding to the accident on-site.<\/p>\n It is necessary to adhere to the instructions issued by the competent authority to ensure that regulatory measures are carried out correctly.<\/p>\n Although there are exceptions that allow moving the vehicle, the general rule is to keep the vehicle in its position until the competent authorities can:<\/p>\n The importance of this increases in accidents that involve injuries or significant damages or when there is a disagreement among the parties regarding responsibility for the accident.<\/p>\n When involved in a traffic accident, it is advisable to follow these steps:<\/p>\n Start by ensuring your safety and the safety of passengers and other parties, and seek medical assistance immediately if there are injuries.<\/p>\n Turn on the hazard lights to alert approaching vehicles and reduce the likelihood of further accidents.<\/p>\n Place the reflective warning triangle at an appropriate distance behind the vehicle to warn incoming drivers of the accident ahead.<\/p>\n Take clear pictures that include:<\/p>\n You can report the accident through:<\/p>\n If the situation is not one of those allowed to move the vehicle, make sure to follow the following safety measures:<\/p>\n These measures help protect the parties involved in the accident and reduce the risks of secondary accidents.<\/p>\n Yes, in accidents covered by insurance where the exceptions allowing the vehicle to be moved do not apply, the car should remain in its position, and contact Najm to initiate the accident and prepare the necessary report for insurance companies.<\/p>\n It is advised not to move the vehicle before completing the procedures unless there is an immediate safety risk or instruction from the competent authorities.<\/p>\n It is permissible to move the car after the accident in Saudi Arabia in three main cases: if the accident is minor and has been properly documented with photographs, or if the vehicle obstructs traffic or poses a danger to public safety, or upon direct instruction from the competent authorities. 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2. If the vehicle obstructs traffic or poses a danger<\/h3>\n
3. Upon direction from the competent authorities<\/h3>\n
<\/span>Why is it advised not to move the car in some cases?<\/h2>\n
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<\/span>What to do immediately after the accident?<\/h2>\n
Ensure everyone’s safety<\/h3>\n
Activate the hazard lights<\/h3>\n
Place the warning triangle<\/h3>\n
Document the accident with photos<\/h3>\n
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Contact the competent authorities<\/h3>\n
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<\/span>Safety measures while waiting for Najm or traffic<\/h2>\n
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<\/span>Do the procedures differ in accidents covered by insurance?<\/h2>\n
<\/span>Summary<\/h2>\n