When people have breakdowns at the side of the road, they are understandably distracted.  They may be trying to perform mechanical repairs or change a tire.  They will often be so distracted by what they are trying to do that they will open their vehicle’s doors or step into the roadway – directly in your path.

When you see a vehicle on the side of the road, move left if at all possible.  In some states, it is required by law that you move left when emergency vehicles are stopped at the side of the roadway.  Required or not, it is a good and recommended practice.