How to Check If a Car Has Been Towed Away?

[OBrianna]

First, call 110 to report to the police and confirm whether the vehicle was towed by the traffic police department. Then, go to the local traffic police department to complete the necessary procedures. If the driver is found to be driving under the influence or without a valid license, the police have the authority to tow the vehicle to a designated parking lot. In such cases, the police will leave a receipt and inform the owner where the vehicle can be retrieved. The following methods can be used to check if a car has been towed: 1. Check at the city traffic police station: Visit the local city traffic police station to inquire about traffic violations. 2. Check at the urban district traffic police station: Bring your driver's license and vehicle registration to the urban district traffic police station for a full list of violations, which can be printed at any time before the vehicle inspection. 3. Check at the vehicle management office: The lobby has a self-service inquiry system where you can enter the provincial license plate number to check for violation information without needing a verification code, making it very convenient.

[StBarrett]

Last time my friend couldn't find his car and was extremely anxious, I also helped check the towing records. The most direct way is to call 122 and ask the traffic police, just report the license plate number to check if it was towed for violation. When parking roadside, pay attention to no-parking signs, some sections don't even leave a towing contact number. It's recommended to take a photo of the surroundings with your phone before leaving the car, so you can refer to it if the car goes missing. Actually, the traffic police system will have records after towing, usually the parking lot location can be found within two hours. Family members can also check the Traffic Management 12123 APP, as towed-for-illegal-parking records update quite quickly. If parked in a mall's underground garage, contact the property management first to confirm if the garage has been cleared.

[SanBeau]

I've noticed there are now more ways to check towed vehicles. My car was once towed in an urban village. Besides calling the police, you can also check the towed vehicle bulletin by following the local traffic police's official account. Third-party towing companies usually leave a yellow notice at the original spot with the parking lot's phone number. Remember to walk around the car first to see if there's any ticket, as nowadays even windshield slips are rare. It's advisable to save the parking lot's contact number in your phone, especially when traveling to unfamiliar cities. Shared car users can directly use the APP's tracking feature to locate the vehicle and avoid misjudgment. After the car is towed, the parking lot charges a management fee ranging from 50 to 200, so it's cost-effective to retrieve the car early.

[VanLeah]

I've experienced having my car towed twice and have summarized some tips. Don't rush to call 110 immediately; the fastest way is to check at the nearest traffic enforcement station. Cars are usually towed for blocking fire lanes or illegal parking on main roads. Remember that tow yards are typically located in suburban areas. You can try calling 114 directory assistance for towing services, but you'll need to provide accurate location details. Some map apps now have added towing query features where you can track your vehicle by entering the license plate number. If your car was towed by residential property management, check the registration book at the security booth. When retrieving your car late at night, remember to bring copies of your vehicle registration and driver's license as the parking lot will need to verify them.

[AbigailLee]

Checking for towed vehicles depends on the scenario. For moving a car in a shopping mall, simply ask the service desk to check the surveillance footage. Municipal towing usually occurs due to occupying bus stops or blind pathways, so I always leave a contact number on the windshield to avoid misunderstandings. For highway towing, calling 12122 is more professional than 122, as you can inquire about the exact service area parking lot. For new energy vehicles, be cautious about battery damage during towing—take photos as evidence before checking the vehicle's whereabouts. If a rental car gets towed, the cost falls on you, so remember to get a receipt from the parking lot for reimbursement. In older residential areas without surveillance, asking nearby convenience store owners can help, as they often witness towing operations.