Emergency towing services are critical during many different situations. For example, if you get involved in an accident or your vehicle breaks down along a dangerous section of the road, emergency towing will be necessary to remove your car from its location as soon as possible.
Preparing for an emergency tow is different from regular towing. Not only will you need to get your vehicle out of the way as soon as possible, but the towing also has to be done with high safety standards in mind. This is why you should entrust all emergency towing to a professional company. A certified towing service will carry out the following steps when preparing your vehicle for emergency towing.
1. Making sure the right equipment is being used
When towing an undamaged vehicle, regular equipment such as chains, a tow dolly and fastening units may be sufficient to get the job done. But things will get more complicated during emergency towing. For example, a damaged vehicle may be harder to hook onto chains and dollies. This is why you need a towing service that has the special equipment necessary for such towing situations.
Heavily damaged vehicles may need flatbed towing to ensure their safe movement. They may also need to be carefully loaded and unloaded on the flatbed because of the damages incurred.
2. Confirming that your vehicle is secured in place
An emergency towing service will also ensure that the vehicle has been firmly secured in place before it can be transported. In addition to chains and tie-downs, the tow truck operator will also consider load balance and load capacity. Proper load balance will prevent your vehicle from causing unnecessary shifting when the tow truck is on the road.
Load capacity is also critical. Professional tow truck operators know how much weight their tucks can handle at any given time and, thus, will come with a larger truck to suit heavier vehicles.
3. Extra precautions during inclement weather
Tow truck operators will also ensure that they take precautions when it's raining or along slippery roads. This is often done by attaching sufficient lights to your vehicle, using extra tie-downs, and driving at a slower speed.
4. Providing clear directions of where the vehicle should go
As the customer, you also play an important role in ensuring a safe emergency tow. You should provide clear directions regarding where your vehicle should be taken and where/how it should be unloaded.
A good idea is to have your vehicle towed directly to a mechanic's shop so that work can begin as soon as possible. Make sure you notify your mechanic of any intention to bring them a damaged vehicle. Look for a towing service near you for more information.
Share3 January 2020
Hi, my name is Steve, and when I bought my first ute a few years ago, I was always keen to help my friends who needed to be towed somewhere. However, in my excitement, I sadly damaged a few cars. Luckily, I have decided to share my experiences so others never have to damage their friends' vehicles. If you want to learn about how to tow things using your ute or SUV, this blog has the tips you need. It also has advice on when to call professional tow trucks and how to choose the best towing company. I hope you like these posts.