How Long Does It Take to Hook a Car to a Tow Truck?

When your car breaks down or requires towing for any reason, you may wonder about the process of hooking a car to a tow truck. It is not as complicated as you may think, and it does not take long for professionals to secure your vehicle onto the tow truck.

The Preparation Process

Before the tow truck can be attached to the car, both vehicles must be properly aligned. The first step is for the tow truck driver to position the truck so that it is parallel to the car.

After they ensure that both vehicles are in proper alignment, they will move onto the next step which is attaching chains and hooks.

Attaching Chains and Hooks

The chains and hooks are necessary for securely fastening the car to the tow truck. The tow truck driver will attach one end of a chain or hook to an anchor point on their vehicle, such as a bumper or frame. Then, they will use an additional chain or hook at each end of your car and attach them in similar fashion.

Securing Your Car

When your car has been securely hooked to the tow truck with chains and hooks, there are other steps that must be taken before it can be safely towed away. This includes securing any loose items inside your car such as furniture, boxes, or luggage; locking all doors; and removing any items that could potentially obstruct visibility while driving.

Towing Away

Once all of these steps have been completed, you can now safely drive away with your car in tow. The entire process from start to finish should take no more than 15 minutes depending on how quickly everything was prepared.

Conclusion:

Hooking a car up to a tow truck does not take long at all when done correctly by professionals. From preparation to securing loose items and finally driving away with your vehicle in tow should only take about 15 minutes.

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Stephen Dunn