{"id":27265,"date":"2026-01-27T16:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-27T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gruas-asistencia.com\/?p=27265"},"modified":"2026-01-25T18:31:32","modified_gmt":"2026-01-25T18:31:32","slug":"mistakes-when-requesting-roadside-assistance-that-will-cost-you-hours","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gruas-asistencia.com\/en\/mistakes-when-requesting-roadside-assistance-that-will-cost-you-hours\/","title":{"rendered":"Mistakes when requesting roadside assistance that will cost you hours"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tNobody wakes up in the morning thinking, “What a nice day for my car to break down today.<\/em>” The reality is that when the car breaks down, nerves usually take over the steering wheel. In that moment of stress, it is very easy to make mistakes that turn a 30-minute wait into a three-hour ordeal.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWe’ve been seeing all sorts of things on Spain’s roads for years, and believe us, the difference between a quick rescue and a slow rescue lies in the small details. Here’s what not to do and how to handle the situation like a pro.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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1. The location error<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIt’s mistake number one. Telling the operator that you’re near a red gas station<\/strong> or passing a mountain<\/strong>, believe me, doesn’t help much. If you don’t know exactly where you are, the crane operator will end up going around in circles like a lost GPS, and you’ll lose patience before the crane’s light appears.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHow to avoid it<\/strong>: Don’t guess. Today, almost everyone has a smartphone. Use WhatsApp<\/strong> or Google Maps<\/strong> to get your exact location and according to the regulations you must have the V16 Light with GPS<\/strong> from 01\/01\/26, this helps a lot with the location of the vehicle.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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2. Hide details about the car's condition<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSometimes, out of fear of being charged more or simply out of forgetfulness, we don’t mention that the car is in an underground garage two floors below or that it has a locked wheel. The result?<\/strong> A standard platform crane arrives that cannot enter the parking lot or does not have the special systems.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHow to avoid it: Be extremely honest. Does the car start? Are the wheels turning? Are you in a hard-to-reach place? The more information you provide, the more suitable the crane we send you will be.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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3. Become a roadside mechanic<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWe see it every day: drivers trying to fix a complex breakdown just a few feet away from cars passing by at 120 km\/h. It’s extremely dangerous<\/strong>. Your priority isn’t fixing the car, it’s staying alive.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHow to avoid it<\/strong>: If the breakdown is not something as simple as a puncture (and you have safe space to change it), do not tamper with the engine. Put on your vest, place the V16 sign and leave the roadway.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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4. Not knowing what your support service includes (and doesn't include).<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSome services only cover up to 50 km of towing, others do not include rescue if you have entered an unpaved dirt road. Calling for a tow truck without knowing this can result in an unexpected bill.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHow to avoid it<\/strong>: Always keep a copy of your support service terms and conditions handy (or on your mobile). If it’s a private tow truck, ask for the fixed price of the trip before they come to pick you up. Transparency prevents surprises.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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5. Forgetting that you're not traveling alone<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYou call a tow truck for the car, but… what about the four passengers, the dog, and the suitcases? A standard crane usually has only two or three passenger seats. If you’re a group, giving late notice means someone is left on the road waiting for a taxi.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHow to avoid it: Always inform the authorities of the number of people traveling with you and if you are bringing pets. This way, additional transport or a double-cab crane can be arranged from the very first minute.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIn conclusion<\/strong>, being stuck with a broken-down vehicle is a problem, but it doesn’t have to be a tragedy. If you stay calm, give the exact location and are clear with the details, you’ll be back home (or at the workshop) sooner than you think.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHas anything strange ever happened to you while waiting for a tow truck? Tell us about it in the comments and let’s share experiences so it doesn’t happen to us again!<\/strong>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t
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