Apart from providing a safe cover, the standard activities of the NDS Motorway Patrol crews include removing obstacles on the road – this was the cause of intervention in 13 thousand cases. The Motorway Patrol crews assisted in over 1800 cases of traffic accidents, and 1300 cases of wildlife encounters.
The NDS Motorway Patrol's most frequent assistance to drivers in need included towing the vehicle, helping with a flat tire, and also helping with engine failure. In addition to assisting the drivers, the Motorway Patrol also carries out operational activities, such as checking the functioning of the public lighting, checking the sanitary and other facilities of rest areas, checking the traffic signs, snow barriers as well as winter barriers placed along the motorways.
The Motorway Patrol is a free-of-charge service of the National Motorway Company for motorists that has been in operation for almost a decade . Drivers in need can contact the Motorway Patrol by dialling the toll-free telephone number 0800 100 007. Motorway Patrol crews are ready to help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.