What is the towing?
A tow truck is a special vehicle designed to help cars that are stuck on the road or in need of repair. A tow truck can move the vehicle to a safe location or a repair shop. Tow trucks consist of two main parts: the front part, which contains the driver's space and the engine, and the rear part, which contains the devices for lifting and transporting the vehicle. Tugs are categorized based on size, power and type of rear devices. Some of the advantages of using a tow truck are:
Prevent further damage to the car
Keeping the driver and passengers safe
Saving time and money
Removal of legal responsibility
Types of Car Tutorials
A car tow truck is a device that is used to move broken down or damaged cars to a repair shop or another place.
Types of Car Tutorials
1. Towing: integrated This type of towing is suitable for heavy vehicles such as trucks and buses. This device has additional axles and powerful arms that contribute to higher stability and security in moving cars.
2. Flatbed tug: This type of tug is one of the most common and safest towing devices. This device has a flat and long surface on which the car is placed and by pulling it back, it moves the car to the desired destination. This device can carry several cars and even boats.
3. Towing: wheel lift, this type of towing is similar to the chain towing which was used in the past. But instead of a chain, a metal rod is used. This bar is placed under the two front or rear wheels of the car and with a hydraulic lift, it separates the car from the ground. This device is relatively cheaper and lighter, but in terms of security, it cannot be compared with other devices.
4. Hook: This type of tow truck pulls and moves the car behind using a chain. This method was very popular in the past, but later it was found that it causes damage to the car's bumper and drivetrain. Therefore, it is only suitable for used and unused cars.
Benefits of Using Tutorials
1. High security: the tow truck makes the damaged car quickly leave the road and move it to the right place. This prevents the possibility of more accidents, damage to the car, or theft of its parts.
2. Cost saving: Towing may be less expensive than repairing the car on site. Some breakdowns require special equipment and parts that are not available locally. With a tow truck, the car will be transported to a suitable repair shop and repaired at a reasonable cost.
3. Speed and convenience: the tow truck makes the driver not worry about how to repair the car or where to take it. By contacting the tow truck, the driver can easily send the car to the desired destination and use additional services such as public transportation, taxi, or car rental.
Difference and towing
Towing and towing are two different methods of transporting damaged or disabled vehicles. Their main difference is in the way of connecting and moving the car. In the towing method, the damaged vehicle is placed on a platform or a rotating truck and transported to the destination. In this method, the damaged vehicle does not have physical contact with the towing vehicle and just sits on it. This method is more suitable for automatic, heavy and luxury cars. In the towing method, the damaged vehicle is connected to the towing vehicle using a hook, tow wire or chain and is pulled behind it. In this method, the damaged vehicle is in physical contact with the towing vehicle and must be removed. This method is more suitable for gear, light and old cars.
principles and rules related to towing
Towing is one of the methods of transporting damaged or broken vehicles using another vehicle. To carry out towing, the principles and rules related to it must be followed. Some of these principles and rules are:
The tow truck driver must have a valid license and have sufficient experience in towing.
The towing vehicle must have enough power and strength to carry the damaged vehicle and comply with technical and safety standards.
The rope, chain, tape, platform or any other device used to connect two vehicles must be strong, durable, suitable and adjustable.
The place where the rope is connected to the float must be strong, suitable and accessible. Some boats have tow hooks designed for towing.
The tow truck driver must consider the speed, distance, road, traffic, weather and other factors and drive cautiously.
The towing driver must have an appropriate indicator to warn other drivers of the towing. For example, using hazard lights, warning placards, bright colored clothes, etc.
The driver of the tow truck must follow the driving rules and, if necessary, obtain the necessary permits for towing.