Can a Tow Truck Tow My Car Without the Keys?

Towing a car without the keys is a tricky situation. You may find yourself in this situation if you’ve lost your keys, or if your car was stolen. So, can a tow truck tow your car without the keys? The answer is yes, but there are some things you should know first.

First, you need to have proof of ownership of the car. This can be in the form of an insurance policy, title deed or registration papers. Without these documents, it will be difficult to get a tow truck to take your car away.

Once you’ve proven that you own the vehicle, you’ll need to contact a tow truck company to arrange for them to come and pick up your vehicle.

The next step is to determine how the tow truck will be able to hook up and remove your car without the keys. Most tow trucks have equipment that allows them to attach a hook or strap around the frame of the vehicle and then secure it with chains or cables. This allows them to pull the car onto their flatbed truck without needing access to the interior of the vehicle.

Once they have secured the vehicle, they will then transport it back to their facility where it can be inspected and serviced. Depending on what type of service is needed, they may need access to certain parts of the vehicle such as tires or brakes. If this is necessary, they will either break into your car or use specialized tools such as slim jims or lock picks in order to gain access into locked areas of your vehicle.

In conclusion, while it is possible for a tow truck company to tow away your car without keys, there are certain preconditions that must be met first such as proof of ownership and access requirements depending on what type of service needs done on the vehicle once it arrives at their facility. Therefore, if you find yourself in this situation it’s important that you research local tow companies before making any arrangements.

Can a Tow Truck Tow My Car Without the Keys?

Conclusion: Yes, a tow truck company can usually tow away your car without needing access to its interior or its keys; however, there are certain preconditions that must be met first such as proof of ownership and access requirements depending on what type of service needs done on the vehicle once it arrives at their facility.

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Karen Watkins