Have you ever had a car overheat? Or perhaps you are dreading the day it might happen. While incredibly common, an overheating engine can be stressful and dangerous. Especially if you don’t know what to do. While your first instinct might be to panic, this won’t be the most productive use of your energy. The number one thing that should … Read More
4 Reasons Why You Should Call a Towing Company for an Overturned Vehicle
An overturned vehicle is one of the worst scenarios for a driver. It’s scary, dangerous, and something no driver dreams of experiencing – in fact, it’s usually the scene of nightmares. Typically, a vehicle overturn is caused by speeding, a collision, or an attempt to avoid a collision. All of which can have life-threatening impacts. Not only can this cause … Read More
Towing vs Roadside Assistance – What’s the Difference?
While often used interchangeably, the terms ‘roadside assistance’ and ‘towing’ serve very different purposes. While both share the goal of getting your vehicle out of a tricky situation, they entail different courses of action. However, despite their differences, a reputable towing company will likely offer both professional towing services and roadside assistance to their customers. This ensures they have the … Read More
Common Warning Signs To Be Wary Of
Having unfamiliar car problems is a dreadful and all too common experience. Although vehicles didn’t historically come with warnings, vehicles now have a variety of signals and lights to tell us when something is wrong. This way, we can fix a problem with our car before it spirals. It’s especially important to know what these signals mean in case you … Read More
5 Tips to Selecting the Best Towing Company in Vancouver
Although it’s frustrating, everyone has car troubles now and then. When you do, it’s especially important to choose a towing company that has your best interest in mind. Swift and efficient roadside assistance is a must, especially if you’re located in the busy epicenters of Vancouver, New West, or Burnaby. Knowing of a good towing company ahead of time can … Read More
What You Should NEVER Do When Your Car Breaks Down
Car troubles can get the best of us. No matter who you are, what your situation is, or where you live, breaking down on the side of the road is a frustration like no other. While it’s easy to jump into full panic mode and try to conduct roadside repairs right then and there, you could worsen the problem and … Read More
Tips to Help You Become a More Defensive Driver in the Rain
No matter how demanding the job is, our towing company is always pleased to lend a helping hand – and truck – when someone is in need. However, working as a tow truck driver is no easy feat. There are many challenges that come with the role, and it can be tough to handle them all. Whether it be the … Read More
The 5 Hardest Parts of a Tow Truck Driver’s Job
Tow truck drivers around the world are crucial to maintaining road safety. Acquiring the proper training, licensing, and certifications to do their job safely and efficiently, a towing company provides a variety of roadside services to motorists in need. From motorcyclists to big rig drivers, the jobs are consistently changing. While our technicians at Mundie’s Towing & Recovery are equipped … Read More
3 Reasons Not to Stare When Driving Past a Car Accident
Accidents happen. Millions of people drive every day and that opens the door for collisions to occur. From reckless driving to a flat tire, unfortunate roadside incidents happen all the time. But say you’re not involved in the collision directly, is there a responsible way to handle the situation as a passing driver? Picture this: you’re cruising down the road, … Read More
6 Ways to Get Better Gas Mileage and Save Money
Who doesn’t want to save a little extra cash? Fuel costs are a hefty investment for any driver and if you’re in the majority, those weekly top ups at the gas station may have you looking for ways to preserve fuel. Luckily, you don’t need to switch to a hybrid vehicle or invest in high-end fuel to save money. There … Read More