A breakdown that immobilizes a car is the bane of every driver, not only a beginner. The broken vehicle cannot be continued and must be safely transported to a mechanic. There are two ways out of this situation. The first – to call the tow truck, which is quite expensive. The second – to tow the car with the help of another driver using tow line. In this case, however, you need the appropriate equipment.
Can every car be towed away?
At the outset, it is worth noting that some car models cannot be towed. Therefore, before we start choosing a car cable, let’s check if we have a car that can be transported in this way in the event of a breakdown on the road. If not, we only need to call the tow truck. This problem affects some hybrid models which not only cannot be towed but also other cars cannot be towed with them.
On the other hand, some two-wheel drive or automatic transmission vehicles have strict towing rules, including the speed at which vehicles connected by a tow rope can travel. Some cars in these groups may not be towed at all. It is therefore worth looking for information on this subject in the car’s manual or on the Internet.
Regardless of the car model we have, if the brake or steering system does not work as a result of a breakdown, or the lights are out of order, we cannot tow the vehicle away. This would endanger the safety of not only other road users but also the drivers of cars involved in towing. Then we only need to call the tow truck.
How long is the tow line?
The length of the tow rope is another parameter that must be taken into account when selecting it. Too short a line will cause the driver of the towed vehicle to have limited visibility and too little time to react, for example, when the towing car brakes sharply or makes a quick maneuver to avoid an obstacle. In such conditions, it is not difficult to crush.
Also, a tow rope that is too long can be dangerous on the road. It will be more difficult for other users to overtake a set of vehicles that are far away from each other. So how long is a tow line the best?
If only one brake system is functional in a towed car, we can use a so-called rigid connection. Then, a rigid tow rope is used, the length of which, in accordance with the Polish legal order, is to be 3 meters. If the towed car has two efficient braking systems, a flexible connection is sufficient. In this case, a tow rope 4 to 6 meters long is used.
Maintaining the appropriate distance between vehicles ensures the optimal degree of road safety. When choosing a towing rope, remember that a red flag should be placed in the middle of it. In a situation where we have purchased a product without such a marking, we have to mark the rope ourselves in such a way that white and red stripes are visible on it.
Towing rope – price
While there are only a few types of tow lines on the market, these are products that vary widely in price. We can buy the cheapest products. They are available in supermarkets and gas stations.
However, if we want more secure and more durable solutions. Let’s check the offer of proven manufacturers who offer more expensive but characterized by better quality variants. An expense will not significantly reduce our budget and will allow you to enjoy a good product that will work in various conditions.
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