No car owner wants to hear that the problem the car is having is in the transmission. Transmissions are one of the most expensive parts that a car owner might have to replace – if the car is old enough, it sometimes makes more sense to replace the car entirely than to replace the transmission. But I’ve found that there are ways to save when you need transmission work! Not only are there ways to save money on a new or rebuilt transmission, there are also ways to locate transmission problems and have them fixed before they become too serious. This blog is designed to help you take better care of your transmission, and avoid paying too much for transmission repairs.
You may think of calling a tow truck only when your car has broken down and you need to have it towed to a repair shop, but this is usually not the only service offered by such a company. Most towing companies offer a wide range of services that can help you when you're stranded or can't get your car to a repair facility very easily. Consider a few of those services here, so you know to call them the next time your car breaks down.
1. Changing a car's tire
If your car has a flat tire you don't necessarily need to have it towed to a repair shop if you can put on the spare, but if you don't know how to do this or don't have the tools necessary, call a tow truck company. Many services can and will easily jack up your car, remove the old tire, and put on the spare tire in no time. If you don't have a workable spare tire in your trunk, you can then have the towing company tow your car to a repair shop to have your tire fixed or to buy a new one.
2. Getting you into a locked car
If you've locked your keys into your car, you can call a locksmith, but a tow truck driver can also typically open your doors quickly and easily. They can do this without damaging the windows or the door lock itself. If they can't open the car for whatever reason or if the keys are not actually in the car, they can then tow it to your home or another location where you have extra keys.
3. Replacing your battery
Jumping a battery might not do much good for you if it's beyond restarting. Sometimes a battery isn't just run down; it might be overly corroded or beyond repair for whatever reason. A tow truck driver can try to jumpstart your car but if that doesn't work because your battery is too old and needs replacing, he or she can bring a battery to you and change it on the spot. They can then also take your old battery away and have it recycled so you know it's disposed of properly.
Remember these services provided by most towing companies the next time you're stranded. You might choose to call a tow truck rather than any other type of professional to get you back on the road quickly and easily.
Reach out to a local company, like Car And Truck Services Inc., to learn more about the specific services they can offer.
Share26 January 2015
