Is It Illegal to Tow a Broken-Down Car with a Rope?

[VonLucille]

Towing a broken-down car with a rope is considered illegal, and any towing or pulling not performed by a rescue vehicle or tow truck will result in a fine. This is because towing requires a special mechanical vehicle license, and regular cars do not have the right to tow. If your car breaks down, you should call for a professional tow truck. Traffic police recommend that if your vehicle breaks down on the road, you should immediately contact a professional and licensed tow truck service. This ensures a quick resolution, saves time, and provides the safest towing service. If your vehicle becomes immobile due to a malfunction, the correct procedure is to stop immediately, turn on the hazard warning lights, and place a warning triangle in the direction of oncoming traffic. The distance for placing the warning triangle depends on the type of road—for example, on highways, it should be placed 150 meters behind the vehicle. Then, call for assistance and wait for the rescue vehicle. If the breakdown occurs at night, you should also turn on the width marker lights and tail lights.