I think many netizens are discussing which cars can be towed and which ones can’t. But first, you should know the drive configuration of your own car: Is it two-wheel drive or four-wheel drive? Is it front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive? Is it automatic or manual? These are crucial factors. They determine whether your car can tow another vehicle—and if it can, how exactly you should go about towing it. So now, let’s move on to... Wuzhou tow truck Let me tell you about precautions when towing a trailer.

　　Wuzhou Tow Trucks Shares Precautions for Various Types of Tow Trucks:

　　Driving a manual transmission: There’s no restriction on the type of manual transmission. Just make sure the gearshift lever is in neutral, and release the handbrake—but don’t go too fast.

　　Towing a vehicle: Strictly speaking, an automatic vehicle cannot tow another vehicle. But what if towing becomes unavoidable? As stated in the manual, put the gearshift lever in the neutral (N) position and release the handbrake. I’ve checked and found that the speed should not exceed 30 km/h, and the towing distance should not exceed 50 km.

　　But Wuzhou tow truck The recommendation is that, for automatic vehicle trailers, the lower the speed and the shorter the distance, the better! Take a brief stop along the way. When an automatic transmission isn't engaged, the transmission fluid doesn't circulate, meaning the internal components won't be lubricated or cooled properly. If you drive at high speeds over long distances, the automatic transmission will gradually wear out and suffer severe damage. If your automatic transmission breaks down and you're stuck, don't attempt to tow it yourself—instead, call for a rescue vehicle immediately.

　　Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles: Regarding four-wheel-drive towing, it’s important to understand the specific four-wheel-drive system of the vehicle being towed. Four-wheel-drive systems come in three main types: part-time four-wheel drive, full-time four-wheel drive, and on-demand four-wheel drive. The principle for towing in Wuzhou is this: vehicles whose four-wheel-drive mode can be disengaged may be towed independently; however, vehicles whose four-wheel-drive mode cannot be disengaged must not be towed under any circumstances. For manual-transmission part-time four-wheel-drive vehicles (typically rugged SUVs), towing poses no problem. Simply shift the transfer case into two-wheel-drive mode and then put the transmission into neutral. As for automatic vehicles, the precautions are identical to those outlined in the section on “Towing Automatic Vehicles.”

　　It’s very convenient if your vehicle has a transmission with a neutral gear. When you shift the transmission into neutral, the drivetrain and transmission are completely disengaged, so even an automatic transmission won’t be damaged. Aside from these two four-wheel-drive configurations, other types of four-wheel-drive vehicles—including full-time four-wheel drive and on-demand four-wheel drive—must never be towed by yourself! Doing so could cause serious damage to the four-wheel-drive system and the drivetrain!

　　Communication between the vehicles in front and behind is crucial. This ensures that both vehicles can reach their destinations smoothly. If an operational mistake is made while towing, leading to further damage, it could easily result in a "clinking of glasses"—a minor but annoying incident.

　　In a trailer, when speaking inside or outside the vehicle, you may not be able to hear each other clearly. In such situations, tools like radios and walkie-talkies can be used for communication—allowing for direct interaction. If no tools are available, the most straightforward method is to use lights and the horn to communicate. What do flashing high beams and honking the horn respectively signify? When communicating in front of the trailer, make sure to use signals that both parties have agreed upon. Additionally, since operating a trailer is more challenging than driving the lead vehicle, it’s recommended that the driver with more experience between the two vehicles take the wheel of the towed vehicle. Operating procedures:

　　When towing, the towing vehicle needs to take into account the vehicle being towed behind it. Both starting and stopping should be done according to the principle of “slow and steady.” When starting off, use first gear; if you’re driving a manual transmission, slowly release the clutch so that the vehicle begins to move forward gradually. As you do this, gently ease off the brake until the tow rope is fully taut, then proceed with a normal start. If you accelerate too quickly at the outset, both the towing vehicle and the towed vehicle are likely to suffer damage. Please don’t let this lead to a secondary accident. Of course, even if your tow rope is strong enough, accelerating too aggressively will still make the passengers in the car complain.

　　When towing a vehicle, the lead car needs to take into account the situation of the following vehicle—just as it would when driving normally. Especially when turning or slowing down, go slow, very slow! Remember: vehicles that are towed in poor condition usually have their engines turned off. Since such vehicles lack power steering and brake assist, you’ll need to anticipate your braking timing and carefully assess road conditions well in advance.

　　The above is an introduction to the precautions for towing vehicles, as explained by Wuzhou Tow Truck. If you’d like to learn more, feel free to contact us anytime! Our company has many years of experience and looks forward to having you join us at any time.