When you are broken down in the middle of nowhere, you need to take some precautions. From the risk of passing motorists to the possibility of roadside attack, waiting on a tow truck, you never know what can happen. Here are some tips to keep you safe while you are waiting on the towing service to arrive. Pull Off the Road The most important thing when waiting for a tow truck is to pull as far off the road as you possibly can. Read More»
Tow truck drivers have a difficult job. They can be seen as villains and they can be seen as heroes. They are cursed when towing a vehicle for parking illegally and praised when they rescue a stranded motorist from the side of the road. Their job can be very dangerous since it sometimes requires working very close to fast moving traffic on the shoulder of busy highways. When you come in contact with a tow truck driver, whether driving down the road or receiving their assistance, follow some basic guidelines to make everyone’s experience the most pleasant that it can be. Read More»
Being stranded on the side of the road isn’t exactly the most fun experience. However, it can happen to anyone at any point in time. There are no guarantees that your vehicle is going to work at all times, even though you might do everything right. Something like glass in the road can leave you stranded and waiting for a tow company to arrive and get you back on the road once again. Read More»
If your car is being towed for one reason or another, you’re probably pretty upset about the situation. Having your car towed because of an accident, a mechanical failure, a flat tire or another issue can really ruin your day, but forgetting to get the essentials out of your vehicle before it’s towed can make a bad day even worse. These are a few things that you should not leave behind in your car when you have it towed. Read More»
The last thing you want to happen when pulling a trailer is to break down and need someone to come tow both your vehicle and your trailer. If this is your first summer towing a trailer, make sure you take care of the following four important items before you set off on your trip: Tip #1: Make Sure Your Vehicle Can Pull Your Trailer Just because your vehicle has a hitch does not mean that it is equipped to tow your trailer. Read More»