My car broke down on the side of the road in the country
Oh no!  Did you have a cell phone or did anyone come out to help you?  I literally hate car problems.
I had a cell phone but no coverage. But, luckily, I packed tools in the back years ago for situations like these, so I was able to repair it myself!
Oh great!  I do not have that kind of knowledge at all - maybe you could come with me on the next road trip - LOL!!  