First things first, a winter car ride can be exciting and exhausting at the same time. Especially, when you have a car breakdown in the middle of a snowy road, you should try to move the vehicle out of the way instantly. If you couldn’t, the first course of action would be to call a tow truck service near you and patiently wait inside the vehicle. If ever you are caught in such a situation, here are some winter towing tips to stay safe.

Ensure You’re Visible & Accessible

It’s essential to keep a winter safety tool kit where you have a (head torch, power bank, battery, a spare mobile phone & some clothes to keep you warm) until the tow truck driver reaches you. During winter, roads can be slippery, making it more difficult for people to stop by and help you. If you can’t move your vehicle, you can put up safety triangles around your vehicle. Doing this, will alert the other car drivers to drive with caution and help your towing service spot you easily.

Save Fuel

Generally, you want to keep your car on to feel warm in cold temperatures. However, it might take some time before the tow truck arrives, so you don’t have to waste your fuel. You can leave the car on to heat the cabin & turn it back off. Repeat until the car gets cold. Using a warm blanket and extra clothes in the car can help keep you warm in this situation.

Stay Inside, Stay Safe

Winter showers or storms are unpredictable. So, if the weather is nasty, stay inside the car instead of getting frozen. If the area around the vehicle is icy, you could slip over or have a high chance of getting hit by other cars on the road. It is best to stay safe and warm inside the vehicle until the emergency tow truck services arrive.

If you are stuck in the snow or your car breaks down due to bad weather conditions, call Atlantic Towing on 0404483555