Safety Imperatives

If you experience a auto breakdown while your car is still parked in a parking space, consider yourself lucky. In this scenario, you can just remain in the car and wait for the tow truck driver to simply (hopefully) jumpstart your car, and you can get back on the road. However, in many situations your car may break down while you’re driving; if this occurs, turn on your hazard lights and slowly and carefully make your way to the roadside. If you have any reflectors, road flares, or see any nearby parking cones, place them at least 20 feet behind your car in order to alert other drivers on the road to your vehicle.

Ask for Help

Once your car is a safe distance away from traffic, make two calls for help. First, call your local trusted tow truck service and give as much precise information as possible to detail your specific location. Then, call a family member or friend to let them know you’re broken down, and ask for a ride – or simply notify them of your location to stay safe.

Now, all you can do is wait

You may have to wait a little bit for your tow truck driver to arrive; however, if you’re working with a truly great towing company you will be waiting for a negligible amount of time- when you work with Chicago Towing, one of our licensed tow truck operators will be dispatched to your location in a sheer matter of minutes. While you wait, prepare for the arrival of the tow truck driver by getting out all the necessary documents including your driver’s license, your registration, and your insurance/roadside membership/AAA card if you have these. This will help the towing process move as swiftly and smoothly as possible.