Murphy's Law would dictate that your car will (of course) break down on the highway when you can least afford to have it towed and repaired. Thankfully, if you follow each of the tips below you can save some money on the towing portion of the project so you will have more cash available for the repair:
1. Tow Your Vehicle Directly to the Auto Repair Shop
When you call for a tow truck, you need to know where you want your vehicle to be towed to.
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The scene of an accident often leaves some people completely incapacitated, while others are in shock and unable to do much but sit, wander, or try to find people that are not in the vehicles in which they were riding. When an accident is this bad, the police have their hands full. All of the people have to receive immediate medical attention, and all of the debris has to be removed from the road.
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Not all towing services are the same. In fact, a towing company chooses a specific truck based on which tire is flat on your vehicle, and what kind of vehicle you were driving when you got the flat tire or ended up in an accident that popped a tire. The following tow trucks, and when they are used, will help you understand how these companies operate.
Standard Tow Truck
The standard truck is the one that towing companies send when there is a flat tire on the rear of the vehicle.
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While waiting for the tow truck, use your time and get your vehicle ready for the towing process. Make sure all the windows are shut on your vehicle, turn off the emergency brake, and make your vehicle as visible as possible. Taking precautions such as these are important in protecting your vehicle.
#1 Shut All of Your Windows
Start by rolling up all the windows on your vehicle and closing the sunroof if you have one.
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You probably spend a lot of time on the road driving to and from work, running errands for the home, and transporting your kids. Part of being safe on the road is knowing who you'll call in an emergency so you won't be stranded due to an accident or engine failure. Here are some possible reasons you could need an emergency towing service, and why you want to be prepared to handle emergencies when they arise:
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