Being Prepared To Have Your Car Towed
Posted on: 23 January 2019
If your car ever experiences significant malfunctions, accidents, or other issues, using a towing service may be the only way to get it to a repair facility. While emergency towing services are something that almost every driver will eventually need to use, there are some considerations and steps that may not occur to individuals until they are facing the need to have their car towed.
Determine Whether A Flatbed Tow Truck Is Needed
Depending on the type and scope of the damage that the vehicle has suffered, you might need to have it towed using a flatbed truck. In particular, this is often needed when all of the wheels of the vehicle are damaged or the body is too damaged to support towing. If you are suspecting that your vehicle may need this type of tow truck, it is advisable to let the tow service know at the time you request a tow truck so that the right type of vehicle can be needed for your situation.
Keep Flares Or Warning Triangles In The Vehicle
The time when you are waiting for the tow truck can be some of the most dangerous. Your vehicle may be located in a hazardous location where it can be at risk of being hit by other vehicles. Using roadside flares or warning triangles to alert oncoming traffic of your situation is the safest option for ensuring other drivers are aware of your broken-down vehicle. If you decide to use flares for this task, you will want to check the expiration date on them frequently. Otherwise, you may find that your roadside flares are no longer in working condition when you are needing to use them.
Know Your Options For Paying For Towing Services Easier
When you needing to have your vehicle towed, it can be a surprising expense that you may not be prepared to cover. Fortunately, individuals can help to protect themselves against this unexpected cost with roadside assistance plans or adding towing coverage to their base auto insurance policy. In situations where the distance you are towed is fairly short, there may be sufficient coverage from these policies to pay for the full cost. These options will may not completely eliminate the need for you to pay some out of the towing costs out of your own pocket when the distance you need to be towed is long, but you can find that your share of the towing expense is drastically reduced.
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