Although it doesn’t happen often, activity . are in necessity of a tow several ways you can few things you’ll want to know in order to protect your investment in your car, or truck.
The first thing you need to know is whether your car is 2 wheel drive (2WD), 4 wheel drive (4WD), or all wheel drive. 2WD drive cars can be front or rear wheel drive and may also be towed safely by keeping the drive wheels started. If this isn’t possible, then the car should be towed by a flatbed tow truck or by placing tow dollies under the disabled vehicle in order to keep the drive wheels above the ground.
Today’s modern towing equipment utilizes two different types of technology. The first being wheel lift, become be used for both cars and medium or powerful tow. This equipment tows difficulties by the wheels therefore assuring damage free dragging. No part of the towing apparatus contacts car or truck’s body. The other method of towing is flat bed, which can be a hydraulically operated tilt bed body along with a winch. Most flatbeds have the capability to tow 2nd car around rear while using wheel lift technology.
Flat beds are suited to all wheel drive and 4WD cars, exotic cars, and cars with low ground clearance. This method allows for all of four wheels to be off the land. The car sits on the surface of the bed and is secured down with chains or straps to insure against damages or injuries.
Canadian Towing
1601 Michael St #B, Ottawa, ON K1B 3T5
(613) 519-0312