How To Recover an Automatic Car Safely

Why automatic cars shouldn't be towed on their wheels, and how they are recovered without gearbox damage.

Don't tow it on its wheels

Many automatic gearboxes are only lubricated when the engine runs. Towing with the drive wheels on the road can cause serious damage.

Loading the car onto a flatbed keeps all four wheels off the road, protecting the gearbox and the drivetrain.

If the car won't come out of Park, there's often a manual shift release. We can advise, and use wheel skates if needed.

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