Organizations offering tow truck services in Lviv are quite numerous, and it is very important not to accidentally encounter a poor service. In such a case, your nerves, time, and money are at risk!
What else, besides cost, should you pay attention to when calling a tow truck?
Gearbox. If your vehicle has a manual transmission and the defect is not related to wheel lock, then a partial load tow truck is needed. It has a very simple device in use. During transportation, only the front part of the body is secured. It is mainly used for evacuating large trucks, specialized equipment, and buses. Advantages: simple design, low cost, ability to tow heavy vehicles, despite a relatively low load capacity of the tow. Disadvantages: not suitable for cars with automatic transmissions, high risk of damage during transportation, loading is only accessible from one side.
If the gearbox is automatic, then a tow truck with a broken stationary platform is required. Loading is carried out via a retractable mechanism with a winch. Pros: inexpensive due to simple ramp design and lack of hydraulics. As a result – reliability. Cons: loading is also only from one side. Not suitable for cars with low ground clearance. Can only be used when the vehicle is operational.
Ground clearance and vehicle weight. If you have a low-clearance car, the above methods are not suitable. You need a tow truck with a hydraulic sliding platform. The name makes it immediately clear. The platform slides down, forming a wide angle with the ground surface. Any vehicle can drive onto it if its weight and size permit. The vehicle drives onto the ramp with the help of a winch. Consider the weight of the car. If the vehicle is large and heavy, be sure to check the load capacity and size of the platform itself. Advantages: widespread. Disadvantages: loading only from one side.
Size of damage and position of the car. When the doors are locked, the ignition switch or gear shift fails, or if the vehicle is in a ditch or parked where access is only possible from one side, a tow truck with a manipulator crane (KMU) is required. The platform system in this case does not matter. It can be stationary or sliding. The car is placed on the platform using a crane, which must have a special traverse to avoid damaging the vehicle. Choose a tow truck with a manipulator. Pros: versatility, ability to load from 3 sides. Cons: highest price.
These simple recommendations will help you choose the right solution.
Additional advice before finishing: do not rush to call a tow truck. Often, the breakdown can be fixed immediately on the spot, and then it is enough to call maintenance personnel. Our organization has its own technical department and a fleet of loaders. Our specialists will help you make the right choice.
