Having a vehicle towed can be a stressful experience, but issues inevitably come up for motorists that make towing necessary now and then.

If you need to have your vehicle towed, it's important that you take all the necessary considerations into account to make the experience go as smoothly as possible when your vehicle breaks down or is in an accident.

The following are five things you may want to do when you need to have your vehicle towed:

Make sure your vehicle is out of the way and not creating a road hazard

Your number one priority when your vehicle is out of service is to prevent any roadway hazards by getting your vehicle out of the way.

Hopefully, your vehicle will run enough that you can move it off the roadway. If it's not possible to move your vehicle out of the way until you wait for the tow company to arrive, you may want to contact the police to assist you. 

Determine your location and try to figure out what's wrong with your vehicle

First of all, you need to be aware of your precise location to be able to direct the tow company. Figure out what intersection or landmarks you're near and what street you're on so that the tow company can locate you.

It's also a good idea to try to figure out what's wrong with your vehicle or gather as much information as you can. This information may help you to determine which mechanic you should go to in order to have repairs performed.

Consider whether you should contact your insurance company or not

If you've been in an accident, you're going to need to contact your insurance company and also exchange insurance information with anyone else involved. 

Take out or fasten down loose items so they are not rolling around in your vehicle while it is towed

One of the most important things to do before the tow truck takes off with your vehicle is make sure that there aren't any objects rolling around in it and creating hazards. 

Cups full of liquid should be emptied out and any large objects should be secured so that they can't cause damage to your vehicle's interior.

Find an alternative means of transportation

If your vehicle is out of service, you're probably going to need to get a ride home or wherever you're going after your vehicle is towed. Contact friends or family to provide transportation or arrange for a rental vehicle if necessary.

Contact a tow service, like Darryll's Towing, for more help.