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Why You Should Never Tow Your Own Vehicle
When your car breaks down, the idea of towing it with the nearest vehicle might seem tempting. However, it’s important to remember that this decision carries significant risks. Here are some key reasons why you should never tow your own vehicle:
- Knowledge and Experience: Towing your own vehicle requires expertise and experience. It’s unlikely that amateurs have sufficient knowledge and skills in this area. Operations carried out without professional help often end in failure.
- Weight and Capacity: The weight of the towing vehicle, the towed vehicle, and the towing vehicle’s maximum towing capacity must be carefully calculated. Excess weight can cause damage to both the towing and towed vehicles. The slope of the road also plays a critical role in this calculation.
- Tow Bar and Connections: Improper or missing tow bars can lead to disconnections and serious accidents during towing. Connecting a vehicle without a tow bar requires a professional approach.
- Condition of the Moving Vehicle: A non-operational vehicle moving on all four wheels over long distances can sustain serious damage. Vehicles without automatic lubrication and hydraulic pressure control may suffer permanent damage.
- Braking Systems and Safety: The braking systems of vehicles are designed to handle their own weight. Braking systems exposed to loads beyond their capacity compromise safety.
- Legal Responsibilities: Towing a vehicle without a license or in an improper manner is not only illegal but also endangers other vehicles on the road. This can lead to serious legal and criminal consequences.
- Insurance and Damages: In cases of damage caused by user error, insurance companies may refuse to cover the costs or negatively impact your policy.
Remember, there’s no need for unnecessary risks! SD ASSIST is always by your side, providing professional and reliable towing services. Always prioritize expert assistance for your safety and the care of your vehicle.