Product details
Best price square AA warning triangle AA0071 – folding emergency triangle
When things go pear-shaped on the road, this AA warning triangle is the sort of bit of kit that can genuinely take the edge off a stressful situation. It’s EU-approved and very highly reflective, so it flags up a stationary vehicle to other drivers both day and night.
what it does and when to use it
If you break down or are involved in a minor accident, place the triangle roughly 45 metres (about 147 ft) behind your vehicle to give oncoming traffic plenty of warning. Take care when putting it out or retrieving it, especially after dark — it can be dangerous. It’s also not recommended for motorways for safety reasons: the triangle can be blown onto the carriageway, and placing it may put you at risk. Do use a torch and hi‑vis when you head out to set it up.
built for real roads
Done with practical use in mind, this triangle features ECE-approved reflective panels and a vented design to help it stand firm in gusty conditions — so less faffing about and fewer toppled triangles as traffic thunders past. It folds flat and tucks away into the supplied hard case, meaning it won’t rattle about in the boot and is ready to grab when needed.
- Complies with EU driving laws and ECE approval – suitable for cars, vans and trucks
- Highly reflective for maximum visibility both day and night
- Heavy-duty materials and vented design for wind stability
- Folds flat for compact storage; carry case included for tidy boot storage
- Simple to set up and retrieve – no fiddly assembly
Practical details: model AA0071, compact dimensions 44 x 6 x 3.3 cm when folded and weighing about 650 g, so it’s easy to keep with your emergency kit without taking up much room. The case keeps it protected and ready to use.
who this is for
Drivers after a simple, dependable safety aid for routine roadside incidents. If you commute, tow trailers, or do long runs in winter, it’s a sensible bit of kit to have to hand. It won’t fix everything, but making your vehicle more visible is a proper safety win in low light or rubbish weather.
To reiterate: it’s fine for dual carriageways and regular roads, but not recommended for motorways for the safety reasons above. Always wear reflective clothing and use a torch if you’re putting the triangle out at night.
Technical reference: Manufacturer AA Media Limited, model AA0071, item weight 650 g, item model number BPSCP PUB20071 – CP04351 IT, manufacturer part number BPSCP PUB20071 – CP04351 IT.