Flatbed Towing in Baltimore, MD
Flatbed Towing Baltimore MD is provided by A&A Towing & Roadside Service. We load your car, SUV or light truck onto a flatbed so all four wheels stay off the road. That is the safest way to move AWD and 4WD vehicles, low-clearance cars, and vehicles with drivetrain or accident damage.
Call or text (410) 940-7999 for a real price before we dispatch. No membership needed.
What Is Flatbed Towing?
Flatbed towing, also called rollback or platform towing, uses a tow truck with a flat bed that tilts and slides to ground level. We winch or drive your vehicle onto the bed and secure it with straps. It rides level on the platform, rather than being dragged on two wheels or lifted by its frame.
When Flatbed Towing Makes Sense
A flatbed is the safest choice whenever your vehicle cannot roll safely on all four wheels. Call for a flatbed if:
- Your transmission or drivetrain has failed or is making noise
- You drive an all-wheel-drive (AWD) or four-wheel-drive (4WD) vehicle
- Your car is lowered, modified or low to the ground
- An accident has damaged a wheel, axle or steering
- Your vehicle will not start, or the wheels are locked
- You want zero extra wear on a newer, luxury or classic car
Our flatbed trucks handle sedans, SUVs and light trucks. If you are not sure whether your situation calls for a flatbed, call (410) 940-7999 and describe what happened. We will tell you honestly which option applies.
Flatbed vs. Wheel-Lift Towing: Which Is Right for Your Car?
A wheel-lift truck raises two wheels with a hydraulic yoke and rolls the other two on the road. It can work for short tows of standard front- or rear-wheel-drive cars. A flatbed carries the whole vehicle, so it costs a bit more but protects more vehicles.
Choose a flatbed for
AWD and 4WD vehicles, low-clearance or damaged cars, long distances, and any car with transmission trouble.
A wheel-lift may be enough for
Short moves of a standard, undamaged front- or rear-wheel-drive vehicle. When you call, we pick the method that fits your vehicle, not the one that is easiest for us.
What Affects the Cost of a Flatbed Tow?
Pricing depends on how far we are towing, your vehicle type and condition, where you are, and the time of day. Winching a car out of a ditch or tight spot can add to the job. That is why we quote a real price over the phone before we send a truck, so there are no surprises at the end.
Areas We Serve
- Towson
- Lutherville-Timonium
- Parkville
- Baltimore (21209, 21211, 21210, 21212, 21218)
Related Services
Other Towing & Roadside Services
Frequently Asked Questions About Flatbed Towing in Baltimore
What is flatbed towing?
Flatbed towing loads your whole vehicle onto a flat platform on the back of a tow truck, so all four wheels are off the ground during transport.
When do I need a flatbed tow instead of a regular tow?
Choose a flatbed for AWD and 4WD vehicles, lowered or low-clearance cars, vehicles with transmission or drivetrain problems, and cars with a damaged wheel or axle.
Can you flatbed tow an AWD or 4WD vehicle?
Yes. Flatbed towing is the safest method for AWD and 4WD vehicles because no wheels turn during the tow.
Is flatbed towing better than wheel-lift towing?
In many cases, yes. A flatbed keeps all four wheels off the road, which protects the drivetrain and suits low or damaged vehicles. Wheel-lift can work for short tows of standard cars.
How much does a flatbed tow cost in Baltimore?
Cost depends on distance, vehicle, location and time of day. We give you a real price by phone before we dispatch. Call (410) 940-7999.
What vehicles can your flatbed tow trucks handle?
Our flatbeds handle sedans, SUVs and light trucks. Call us to confirm if you have a larger or unusual vehicle.
Can you tow a car that won’t start?
Often yes. Tell us the situation when you call so we can send the right equipment.
Can I choose where my car is towed?
Yes. Give us the address of your preferred repair shop, dealership, tire shop or home, and we will take it there.
