Bear Creek Towing Blog

Unsure if you should call a towing company? Here are three times when you should pick up the phone instead of your keys. There is smoke coming from your engine Driving your vehicle if the engine is smoking can cause serious and expensive damage. You have a flat tire Driving on that flat tire can…

They say that ‘failing to prepare is preparing to fail’ and this goes double when it comes to road trips. Sometimes a flat tire or breakdown in the middle of nowhere is the last thing you need, so how do you make sure you are ready for the journey? Check your car and tires for…

This is a thought that many people working on tow trucks hear expressed on a regular basis. It often means that the broken-down vehicle’s driver is not prepared for emergencies, and valuable time is wasted as they try to locate a 24 hour towing company in their local area. ‘Never happen to me’ events range…

When your car is acting up and has become unreliable, you might be tempted to keep it on the road until it finally dies completely. This is a bad idea for your car and for your safety. If your vehicle is no longer running properly, it’s time to take into the shop and have it…

If your car breaks down on the road or highway, you have to consider safety first. Do everything that you can to get your vehicle moved to the side of the road to decrease the chance of a further accident. Once you are out of danger, contact a tow truck to have the car removed.…

There is nothing more unnerving than getting a flat tire in the middle of the night. Before you call a 24-hour towing company, get yourself to safety. Reduce your speed and go to the nearest exit to a well-lit location. If you are on the highway and too far from the nearest exit, then coast…

Running out of gas can happen to anyone, so don’t panic in case you find yourself in such a situation. When the indicator comes on, it is recommended that you look for the nearest gas station near you. If there are none around, turn off the air conditioning, roll up your windows, avoid uphill routes…

If you’ve been involved in an accident or driving mishap that requires a tow truck’s assistance, here are five things you should do while help is on its way. Calling a customer-friendly towing company and following these steps can help you get back on the road safely & quickly. 1. Pull Over: Move your vehicle…

With our very snowy winter this year and even a “bomb cyclone” event, knowing what to do if you’re caught driving in whiteout conditions is essential. At Bear Creek Towing in Evergreen, we know that all it takes is a mix of heavy snowfall and strong winds to create a sudden whiteout. And we have…

A vehicle breakdown in the middle of your journey is never fun. Here at Bear Creek Towing, we want to remind you what to do next if your car breaks down. Whether you are a novice driver or an experienced road tripper, there’s no harm in reminding yourself of the steps to take when your…

We’ve all been there. You’re on the road to work and don’t have time to stop for gas, so you decide to test the limits of your car’s gas tank. All of the sudden, your car starts to decelerate and the reality hits you: you’ve run out of gas. Don’t panic! Running out of gas happens…

At Bear Creek Towing, we know how important it is for drivers to be well-equipped and ready for severe conditions in the winter. To help our customers, we have put together a guide to safe winter driving checklist. Look through the list below and make a note of anything you might have forgotten. If you’ve…