FLATBED TOWING
Flatbed towing is probably the most common type of towing we do, and you would surely recognize it if you saw it. It just involves a normal tow truck that has a flatbed in the back in which a car would park normally on. Similar to a pick up truck that has an open trunk in the back to easily put stuff in, except on a larger scale to accommodate a vehicle. This is our average tow truck that would be called to most scenes, unless more specified circumstances call for something different. If you need a tow, flatbed towing is usually the best option.
Flatbed towing, which is also referred to as rollback or car carrier towing, involves transporting a vehicle using a specialized truck that is equipped with a hydraulic bed or flatbed capable of tilting or lowering to the ground. This type of truck is typically equipped with a winch or hydraulic system that facilitates the easy loading and unloading of vehicles. In the process of flatbed towing, the disabled or immobilized vehicle is either driven onto the flatbed truck or lifted onto the bed using a hydraulic system.
Once the vehicle is safely loaded, the bed is leveled, and measures are taken to strap or secure the vehicle in order to prevent any movement during transportation. Flatbed towing offers several advantages over traditional towing methods, one such advantage is safety. Flatbed towing is considered one of the safest methods of towing since the towed vehicle is lifted completely off the ground and moved onto the flatbed, so there is no possible risk of damage to the wheels, drivetrain, or transmission. Flatbed towing is also versatile, and can accommodate pretty much any vehicle with its large flatbed, such as motorcycles, SUVs, cars, and trucks.
The flat surface of this type of tow truck allows for a car or vehicle to park normally, ensuring an even distribution of weight and limiting stress on any particular part of the vehicle. Flatbed towing in Burbank, CA also prevents damage, by keeping the vehicle off the road, as opposed to other towing methods that may drag the car on the street or possibly drive over uneven surfaces. Which also reduces the amount of wear and tear on the suspension and the tires. Flatbed towing is also great for long distance towing and transportation, since it is so safe and secure.
Flatbed towing is commonly used for various situations, including transporting disabled or inoperable vehicles, transporting luxury or vintage cars, and moving vehicles involved in accidents. It is often preferred by professional towing companies like ours due to its safety and versatility. So this is why we use it as one of our main varieties of towing, so feel free to request this specifically if you want, or even if you don’t, it is typically the one we will use. Overall it is usually the best option for us as well, so if you request a tow, you will be getting the best results from our flatbed towing option.