Abstract: A safety light for disabled vehicles is provided which may be placed in any desired area on or in close proximity to the vehicle. The safety light includes a translucent sign mounted on a frame, and means for lighting the sign including a portable power supply, a connecting wire to vehicle cigarette lighter and the like. The frame includes slots to permit placement of the sign in a hinged bracket attached to the interior surface of an automobile trunk lid. A spring loaded catch on the interior surface of the trunk lid secures the light to the trunk lid when not in use.