Flatbed tow trucks are equipped with a flat surface for carrying vehicles. This allows the towing service to use straps or chains that can safely hold the vehicle in place. This is a great option to handle automobiles in addition to other machinery or sensitive equipment. Many towing companies will have flatbeds at their disposal, depending …
When traveling on highways and roads, it’s helpful to be aware of the move-over laws. These laws were passed to prevent accidents and provide safety for all drivers. They require drivers approaching an emergency vehicle parked on the highway or road to move from their original lane to a separate lane if possible. This will allow …
Heavy haul trucking is an activity fraught with peril and opportunity. Regulations, permits, and more can make heavy haul trucking a daunting prospect at best. It is important for contractors planning on hauling their own heavy equipment to work with a heavy haul trucking company that is committed to safety, understands regulations and permits, can provide …
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Commercial truck drivers cannot become complacent and think they know everything to be safe on the road. Drivers must always be aware of dangers around them as if their life depends on them — because it does. Commercial trucks are obviously larger and heavier than cars, so they take longer to stop. Don’t allow anything or …
Have you ever gotten into your vehicle and turned the ignition and nothing happened? Maybe you hear a clicking noise or nothing at all. As this can potentially be a number of things, generally it means that you have a bad car starter. If you are in such a situation, do not panic. Most starter problems …
Are you or a family member getting their license? Becoming a new driver can be exciting and scary all at the same time. Driving is all about experience and being cautious of your surroundings. While driving is fairly easy, it’s simple to see how easy it is to become distracted behind the wheel. Here, Doug Yates …
Even if you feel like you’re a good driver, there are plenty of situations that we can get ourselves into in the heat of the moment. Even small distractions such as checking the GPS navigation or talking on the phone can result in devastating accidents. Most car accidents can be prevented by simply adjusting your driving …
At Doug Yates Towing & Recovery, we provide safe driving tips to avoid future accidents on the road. Whether your car is rendered inoperable due to a crash, mechanical failure, or any other problem, our team of professionals will be there to provide you with the help you need during your time of need. You can …
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Catalytic converters are one part of your vehicle many people rarely think about. It’s not until you start your car and realize that yours has gone missing. Catalytic converter theft has increased a lot in the past few years. Thieves are removing them from vehicles large and small, often cutting them away from directly beneath the …
Nowadays people are starting to hold onto their cars longer than before. With the increase in price for newer vehicles, car owners would rather put more miles on their current car than pay the higher price for a newer one. With that being said, what happens to your car after the odometer rolls past one hundred …
