Fast and affordable towing for NyackOne of the prettiest river towns, Nyack is a real jewel of Rockland County. Nyack's steep hills and winding roads can make a vehicle breakdown a challenge, but we have the right equipment and experience to deal with any towing situation.
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Some Towing Tips
Breaking down in your vehicle by the side of the road is never fun. Emotions can run high, and it can be stressful not knowing when you'll get out of the predicament. It's an important time to be thinking clearly, so here are some tips to keep you on the straight and narrow:
Stay Safe
Get Paperwork Together
Plan Your Next Steps
While you're waiting for the tow truck or roadside assistance to arrive, you can decide what to do next. For example, will you take a ride with the tow truck and your car to the garage or other destination. If you're having the car towed to your home or business then this may make good sense. If you're heading somewhere else, this might be a good time to contact a taxi or other company that can take you there.
It may also be a good time to call your local garage and let them know that they can expect your car to arrive with the tow truck. They often appreciate the advance warning.
Don't forget to keep your doors locked and keep your hazard lights going - stay alert and aware.
Don't Accept Unexpected Help
There are many Good Samaritans in the world, but also many people looking to take advantage of others in difficult situations. Be wary of any offers to help, especially from people or tow trucks that just happened to be passing. The best policy is to wait for the towing company or roadside assistance that you called. When they arrive, check their ID if there is any doubt.
Check carefully any forms you are asked to sign
Stay Safe
- The first priority when you are stranded in your car is to ensure that you and your passengers are safe. This may mean moving the car away from the traffic if possible. Notify other drivers by turning on your hazard lights, or using a hazard triangle or cones if you have them. You and all your passengers should remain in the car if possible.
- Lock your car doors, especially if you're alone or it's dark. If anyone comes to the car, speak to them through a partially opened window. This is common sense, but easily forgotten in the heat of the moment.
Get Paperwork Together
- Once you are sure everyone is safe and calm, you can begin to plan the next steps. If you've prepared for this moment, it can take very little time.
- Your auto insurance document should be in the car. Check this or call them to see if roadside assistance is included in your policy. Perhaps there is an app on your phone that will enable you to get in touch with the insurance company more easily.
- If your auto insurance policy does not include roadside assistance, your insurer will probably be able to recommend a company in the area, or you could just call us! Sometimes the insurer will even make the call for you.
- There's always the option of looking on a search engine such as Google for a local roadside assistance or towing service.
Plan Your Next Steps
While you're waiting for the tow truck or roadside assistance to arrive, you can decide what to do next. For example, will you take a ride with the tow truck and your car to the garage or other destination. If you're having the car towed to your home or business then this may make good sense. If you're heading somewhere else, this might be a good time to contact a taxi or other company that can take you there.
It may also be a good time to call your local garage and let them know that they can expect your car to arrive with the tow truck. They often appreciate the advance warning.
Don't forget to keep your doors locked and keep your hazard lights going - stay alert and aware.
Don't Accept Unexpected Help
There are many Good Samaritans in the world, but also many people looking to take advantage of others in difficult situations. Be wary of any offers to help, especially from people or tow trucks that just happened to be passing. The best policy is to wait for the towing company or roadside assistance that you called. When they arrive, check their ID if there is any doubt.
Check carefully any forms you are asked to sign
- You're not required to sign any authorization to repair form before your car is towed. But you should sign the authorization to tow form or a bill receipt for towing that is issued by the licensed towing firm.
- Never sign a form that you have not read or do not understand. Never sign a blank form.
- If you are uncomfortable for any reason with the towing truck driver, make that clear and refuse further help. You can check the the towing company if you have any questions that the driver is not able to answer satisfactorily. If you are seriously concerned, call your local police or dial 911.
