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Car recovery and towing

Flatbed recovery

About this service

Flatbed transport carries the vehicle on the recovery platform, subject to loading access, dimensions and weight.

Flatbed recovery — vehicle recovery and transport illustration

Flatbed recovery: vehicle condition and transport method

Before recovery

Explain whether the vehicle can roll, steer and be placed in neutral. Low clearance or locked wheels may change the loading arrangement.

Loading and transport

Confirm how the vehicle can be loaded, secured and received at the destination. Any repair work is separate unless explicitly agreed.

Details for your recovery enquiry

Give the make, model, transmission, key availability, wheel and steering condition, both postcodes and a contact at the destination.

Flatbed recovery: questions and answers

Does a car need to start for flatbed recovery?

Not necessarily. A non-running vehicle can be considered if safe loading is possible. Mention locked wheels, missing keys and any restricted access before booking.

What information helps arrange flatbed recovery?

Give the make, model, transmission, key availability, wheel and steering condition, both postcodes and a contact at the destination. Explain whether the vehicle can roll, steer and be placed in neutral. Low clearance or locked wheels may change the loading arrangement.

What affects the quotation for flatbed recovery?

The quotation depends on the vehicle, loading needs, collection time, distance, access and any agreed waiting or crossings. Confirm the complete price and collection arrangements before dispatch.

Flatbed recovery across the UK

Choose your area, then tell us the vehicle details and destination. Availability and suitable equipment are confirmed for the actual job.

East Midlands 99 areas
East of England 117 areas
London 101 areas
North East 54 areas
North West 155 areas
Northern Ireland 30 areas
Scotland 113 areas
South East 188 areas
South West 106 areas
Wales 62 areas
West Midlands 80 areas
Yorkshire and The Humber 106 areas

Discuss your recovery

Have the precise location, vehicle registration, fault and destination ready. Call 0800 111 6480 to discuss availability and a quotation.

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