There are times that you will need to call for a tow truck. This can be for many different reasons that include running out of gas or getting a flat tire. You also could be involved in an accident or have other problems with the cars motor. Whatever the reason you will want to make sure that you use a good reputable tow company. That way you can feel secure with someone taking your car and towing it to be repaired or back to your house. This is a process that should be done by a professional that has the right equipment. That means they need to know what type of truck is best for your vehicle and for that particular situation. The main tool that the driver has is the truck. Not all tow trucks are the same and each one has specific reasons that it should be used.
How to Use a Wheel Lift Tow Truck
This is the type of tow truck that is used often and has been a staple in the towing community for a long time. The wheel lift tow is when the vehicle that is being towed is going to have only half the car off the ground. The tow driver needs to have a vast knowledge of vehicles to know if you have a rear wheel or a front wheel drive car. That will depend on how the vehicle is attached to the tow truck. The operator will either back your car into the tow area of pull it straight in. This is how the transmission is going to be protected when the tow is actually occurring. There is usually a hydraulic lift that is at the rear of the truck. The vehicle is pulled on and then secured before it is moved. This will work if your car is having a problem with the motor or battery.
How to Operate a Flatbed Tow Truck
This is a type of truck that is also standard within the towing industry. The flatbed is something that can be used in a larger variety of situations. The flatbed has the ability to get the car all the way off the ground and secured on top of the tow truck. There is usually a hydraulic bed that can be tilted so that the car can be pulled into place. The flatbed tow truck is important if your car has been in an accident and you are not able to drive it. It can also be the best option for some of the high end vehicles as well as motorcycles.
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When you call the tow truck company we need to make an assessment so that the right tools are brought. You want to make sure that we are aware of the year, make and model of the car as well as any damage that it has sustained. This will let the operator know if you need a wheel lift or flatbed or some other option. Citywide Towing Service can come to help you out if you are stuck on the side of the road out of gas or in an accident. Call us today to have the right tow truck sent!
