When we think of car towing, we envision the triangular gantry with a hook. Most tow companies though are turning to the tilting flatbed truck to carry your vehicle to your choice of destinations. The flatbed truck is popular and there is less chance of damaging the vehicle than when engaging the traditional tow. Types…
While traveling we can encounter many situations where nothing is going right. Emergencies will occur and the more miles you travel the more likely you will encounter some sort of emergency. Be prepared. What items should be included in your vehicle’s emergency kit? It depends on your travel habits. Urban or cross country. First the…
With the holidays quickly coming to an end, people are driving in the thick of it. With last minute shopping, travel to traditional destinations such as visiting family and friends, participating in community activities, and so on, traffic is especially high during this time of year. With statistics showing the holidays are the most likely…
There are different tow trucks for different situations because every situation is different and so is every make of car. When you call for a tow and your situation has been assessed, the right tow truck will be sent to your location. What’s the difference between a flatbed tow truck and a wheel lift tow…
Getting time off work, visiting loved ones, and traveling are all a part of the holiday season. People will take to the road and have a road trip to see the family and friend when flying isn’t an option. You can never be too safe when it comes to driving out of town. With that…
Car owners all have their own thought process on whether you should keep your cars until they die or if you should replace them every few years. Some car owners prefer to lease a car so they can always have a newer vehicle while others prefer to pay their car off and enjoy having no…
There are many costs to driving and using a vehicle if that is what you choose. Most people will find a way to pay for the vehicle because the convenience is too good to pass on. The first cost that you have is the actual purchase of the car or truck. Then you have to…
Never wait until you are broken down on the side of the freeway to begin looking for a towing or roadside assistance service. When you regularly drive a vehicle, you should already be prepared for the worst case scenarios. This means already having a towing and roadside assistance service company ready. Often automobile insurance companies…
Towing methods have changed over the years. Most tow companies transport rather the tow. The client’s vehicle is loaded onto a flatbed truck and transported versus the traditional way of having at least two wheels on the ground and ‘pulling’ the vehicle. Both have their advantages and some disadvantages as well. When Do You Need…
