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Though you do everything you can to avoid emergency situations on the road, an unfortunate incident may occur at some point. In that case, it can be invaluable to know how to handle a situation when your car requires emergency towing service. Family-owned Craig’s Towing & Repair, with locations in Baraboo and La Crosse, Wisconsin, provide the service you need at any time of day.

It's important to have a reliable towing company to call when your emergency happens in the middle of the night or early in the morning. Here are three things to do when your car needs to be towed:

  • Provide Location Information: It could be you’re at a shopping center or major landmark, in which case the tow company should have no trouble locating you. If your car is stranded on a long stretch of road without any surroundings, try to detect it via GPS if you have a smartphone. Otherwise, provide the operator with a rough idea of your location.
  • emergency towingStay Safe While Waiting: Be sure your car is situated as far off the road as possible. Activate your vehicle’s flashers so that other motorists, as well as the tow truck driver, can spot you easily. If you have road flares, you might set them on the road, too. Finally, and most importantly, wait in a safe place. This is largely dependent on the location of your car. If it is possible, leave your vehicle via the passenger door and stay as far away from traffic as possible.
  • Let Your Technician Work: There’s no need to worry—your technician knows how to handle an emergency towing situation quickly and efficiently. Stay within earshot of the tow truck driver, but allow him to work so you’re your vehicle can be safely and expeditiously towed.

You can rely on Craig’s Towing & Repair to meet your towing needs—all while providing you with an incomparable level of service and protection. Their goal is to simplify what is a stressful experience, and they will handle any emergency towing situation with ease. Visit the company’s website to learn more about their towing service, or give them a call at (608) 784-1638.

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