Common Road Scams To Watch Out For—And How To Avoid Them
Be Alert, Travel Smart
It's not just potholes you need to dodge these days. Roadside scammers have an eye for turning quick stops into long regrets. So, while traveling, being street-smart can go a long way.
Fake Accident Insurance Fraud
A driver suddenly slams on the brakes, and before you know it, you're in a fender bender. However, this might not be an accident. These schemers aim to pin the blame on you and cash in on inflated insurance claims. Some even work with fake witnesses to strengthen their case.
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Phony Emergency Stop Requests
Someone's frantically waving at you from the roadside, pointing at your car like it's on fire, and your instincts tell you to pull over. Here's the catch: your car is perfectly fine. Tricksters often use this trick to get drivers to stop, then either rob them or sell overpriced services.
False Ticket Payments
Returning to your car, you find a ticket on the windshield with payment instructions directing you to a suspicious link or phone number. They are crooks who count on people to pay quickly without questioning the ticket's legitimacy. Confirm tickets through official channels before opening the link.
Dummy Cops
Flashing lights in your rearview mirror doesn't always mean law enforcement. Some con artists dress like police officers, complete with badges and fake patrol cars, to intimidate drivers into paying bogus fines. These imposters prey on fear and confusion, targeting out-of-town travelers.
