Rev Up and Rule 2025 – NYC Tow Truck Endorsement Challenge!

Wheel straps are specifically used in dolly towing, which is a method that supports a vehicle by lifting its front or rear wheels off the ground onto a tow dolly. This technique is particularly beneficial for towing vehicles with low ground clearance or for those that require lifting only two of the four wheels when being towed. The dolly itself usually comes equipped with wheel straps that securely fasten the wheels of the vehicle, preventing them from rolling during transport.

In contrast, flatbed towing involves loading the entire vehicle onto a flatbed truck, which does not require the use of wheel straps since the vehicle is completely secured on the bed. Traditional tow bar towing connects the front of a vehicle directly to a tow bar without the use of straps; instead, it typically relies on a combination of chains and other securing methods. Heavy-duty towing is meant for larger vehicles and often employs different mechanisms tailored for heavy weights, without the specific use of wheel straps on the towed vehicle. Thus, dolly towing is the only method that involves the use of wheel straps to secure the vehicle effectively.