<![CDATA[Kar Toad Towing - Towing Blog]]>Thu, 29 May 2025 14:10:31 -0700Weebly<![CDATA[Vehicle Removal Service]]>Tue, 01 Apr 2014 15:07:13 GMThttp://www.kartoadtowing.com/towing-blog/vehicle-removal-serviceYou're looking for vehicle removal and it seems simple, Google the term and call the first company you find. Sure that might work, but why not do it as efficient as possible and what makes a vehicle removal service efficient?

  1. Towing companies will generally offer a vehicle removal tow of a non-operating vehicle. You may get charged by these companies though. Now considering the towing company takes it to the scrap yard and makes money off of the salvage it seems fair to do this service without charge.

  2. In addition to offering you the tow without charge it would only seem fair that you be rewarded a finder's fee. Without you there would be no gain for the company, so it seems right that there should be gain in return for you.

  3. Don't be fooled by sneaky companies, make sure upon handing over the title for the vehicle you are being handed your payment as well.

Kar Toad Towing offers you free vehicle removal on top of compensation paid accordingly. Call Kar Toad Towing 
(801) 974-9561. We will offer you a fair price, pay you cash on the spot, and remove your vehicle for free.]]><![CDATA[Emergency Accident Towing]]>Tue, 25 Mar 2014 16:13:55 GMThttp://www.kartoadtowing.com/towing-blog/emergency-accident-towingAs people we generally assume bad things won't happen to us and that it only occurs in the movies. Unfortunately this isn't true and we need to do our best to recognize the dangers in our lives so that we can prepare our best for them. 

In this case it's needing an emergency tow from an accident and the chances are that it will at least happen once in our lives. So it's for the best that we keep certain things in the back of our minds. 

One thing is knowing what your insurance covers. Say you have liability coverage only there are some things you want to have anticipated to save you money in the long run. One of them being having a towing company you rely on to call and they will be out there in 20 minutes and get everything moved and cleaned up. Another thing to keep in mind to create less headache is get your vehicle out of the way, move it off to the side of the roadway so people can get through and your tow company can get to you as quick as possible.

So with these things in mind remember that Kar Toad Towing offers you that quick road side assistance that you need at an affordable cost. Put this number in your wallet and make sure to give us a call at (801) 974-9561 if you happen to find yourself in need of an Emergency accident tow.
]]><![CDATA[Self Towing vs Hiring a Company]]>Tue, 18 Mar 2014 16:22:59 GMThttp://www.kartoadtowing.com/towing-blog/self-towing-vs-hiring-a-companySo what's the differences between towing that vehicle yourself or have the professionals at Kar Toad Towing do it for you?

Well as far as towing it yourself there are some steps that you would need to take.
  1. Find someone with a vehicle powerful enough to tow yours.
  2. Buy a suitable tow strap.
  3. Find a suitable place to attach your tow strap.
  4. Check the brakes, steering, and warning lamps to make sure they are functioning sufficiently for your tow. 
  5. Make an inspection of your towing connections and discuss plans with your tow driver.
  6. Climb in behind the wheel of the vehicle being towed, disengage the parking brake, and put the vehicle in neutral. 
  7. Pull forward with the tow vehicle until the tow line is tight, then release the brake in the vehicle being towed, and prepare to be pulled.
  8. Steer in a straight track with the vehicle pulling the towed car. 
  9. Signal turns in the vehicle being towed to let cars behind you know you will be slowing.

But even with this method the precautions and all it is still illegal to do in most areas.

So what do you do now? Well you can always rent a Tow Dolly which will still cost you, and you still have to deal with all that hassle.

Alternatively you can choose the option with the most peace of mind and have the professionals at Kar Toad Towing do this service for you. You don't have to worry about the risk of damaging your vehicle, or going through the hassle and time consuming process of self towing.

Also keep in mind to make sure the car is worth actually keeping and if not there is always the towing option to do cash for cars.

Give us a call at Kar Toad Towing (801) 974.9561 and have the professionals give you that peace of mind and hassle free towing experience you deserve.]]><![CDATA[Get Cash for your junk car]]>Tue, 11 Mar 2014 15:16:59 GMThttp://www.kartoadtowing.com/towing-blog/get-cash-for-your-junk-carHave too much junk in your yard?
Like many who have lived a fun and adventurous life, you have probably collected a bunch of things that may or may not have aged well with time. Having a yard full of clutter is not fun, so what do you do with all the things that are accumulating dust and getting in your way? Well if your variety of junk is motor vehicles give Kar Toad Towing a call and we will give you cash for your car, truck, trailer or equipment.

Well how do I go about getting cash for my car you may wonder? Let us go over a short list of the steps to get cash for your vehicle with minimal hassle.

Locate the title

As a buyer in Utah we need to have the title or we can't do anything with the vehicle. Don’t worry if you're not able to find it, you can always get a replacement from the DMV. (If the paperwork is confusing for any reason call us and we will have one of our highly skilled staff assist you in the process of getting the title you need.)

Call Kar Toad Towing

Now all you need to do is give Kar Toad Towing a call at (801) 974-9561. From here, you will speak with one of our drivers and we will gather a bit more information from you about your car.
  • We will need the make, model, year, condition of the vehicle, and where in Utah it is located.
  • We will then give you a fair and honest price quote for your vehicle

Pick Up or Delivery

The final step is arranging a time for us to pick up the vehicle. Have your title ready when we come to pick up your car, and our driver will hand you cash for your car.

That is it you are done! Our cash for car service is prompt and reliable. Selling your vehicle for salvage can only benefit you. Regardless if your vehicle is old, wrecked, burned, damaged. You can still get cash for it. By doing this you not only keep your vehicle out of a landfill, you get rid of that dust collecting lawn trophy that is always in your way, all while making money. All it takes is a phone call for you to get cash for your car.

Call Kar Toad Towing at (801) 974-9561

]]><![CDATA[Off-Road Vehicle Recovery]]>Tue, 04 Mar 2014 15:55:28 GMThttp://www.kartoadtowing.com/towing-blog/off-road-vehicle-recovery With all the outdoor activities Utah has to offer, you or someone you know have probably done some off-roading at some point. With all the enticing dunes, mountain trails, and salt flats Utah is a four wheeling paradise. 

With this in mind, we here at Kar Toad Towing realize that these enjoyable activities can result in the headache of being stuck in a ditch. That is why we offer our Off-Road Recovery Assistance.

Kar Toad Towing has seen many cars, trucks, and all terrain vehicles end up in badly compromised positions. We have the experience necessary to get you out of any tough spot. We have helped in every situation from flipping cars back on their tires to pulling cars from deep ditches full of mud.

Our Kar Toad Towing drivers have the knowledge needed to get your vehicle safely recovered while minimizing damage to your vehicle.

Remember if you do find yourself in a situation where you need Off-Road Recovery Assistance please call Kar Toad Towing at 974-9561. We offer 24 Hour Towing so we can help even in the darkest of hours.


]]><![CDATA[What is the best insurance policy?]]>Tue, 25 Feb 2014 17:20:04 GMThttp://www.kartoadtowing.com/towing-blog/what-the-best-insurance-policy You see all the commercials these days with the insurance companies competing for your business, trying to get you to call in to setup a policy with you, but what is really the best insurance you can have?

Well that is an easy question! Preventative maintenance is always your best insurance policy. Meaning that you take care of your vehicle and never need to use your roadside assistance policy. Now what are the steps you can take to maintain your vehicle and prevent incident?

One of the most vital things on your vehicle to be aware of are your tires. Now this starts simply by gathering knowledge of what type of tire you need. Use your cars owners manual to find this information, or speak with your dealer to see what they ideally use. Alternatively, you can also speak with a tire center near you.

After you have found the best tires for you, upkeep is vital as well. There are a couple things to keep in mind.

  • Monitor the air pressure in your tires. Many tire centers will offer to check your tires and replenish the air in them for free if you have purchased from them.
  • Get your tires rotated and balanced.

Now your tires are not the only thing of which you should be aware. Just like fuel, you need to maintain all the fluids in your vehicle. Here is a list of the six most common and how to maintain them.

  1. Engine Oil - You want to open your hood, then remove the dipstick and wipe it off with a clean rag. Return it back into the reservoir. Then take it back out again and see if the level is within the range marked on the dipstick. If you do need to add oil, it is important to not to overfill it because it could result in damage to the engine. Most manufacturers provide guidelines for changing the lubricant -typically every 3,000 miles or three to six months.

  2. Transmission Fluid - Locate the transmission fluid dipstick and proceed to follow the same steps as monitoring the engine oil. This time you want to have the engine running. If the fluid appears brown or has a burnt smell, you want to have it checked. Most manufacturer's recommendations for changing transmission fluid, is usually about every 30,000 miles.

  3. Power Steering Fluid - You may be able to check this level visually if you have a see through reservoir. If you do not have a reservoir just follow the same procedures for the dipstick method. Your fluid should stay level, so if you need to add, you will need to have it checked as soon as possible. Most manufacturers recommend changing power steering fluid every 50,000 miles or every three years.

  4. Brake Fluid - The majority of the vehicles on the road today have a brake fluid reservoir that allows you to see into so you can check the fluid level visually. Once you locate the reservoir, you will see the markings on the side that inform you if you need to add any brake fluid. If the fluid drops below two-thirds full, you want to have it checked.

  5. Coolant - Before you check your coolant, you want to give your vehicle time to cool down. Then locate the coolant reservoir which is usually a translucent plastic tank, from there you can see the level of the coolant against the full and low indicators. Serious damage can happen to your engine by overheating, so make sure that the reserved tank contains an adequate amount of coolant and never allow your car to redline. Most manufacturers recommend replacing engine coolant or antifreeze every 30,000 miles or every two to three years.

  6. Windshield Washer Fluid – You can check windshield washer fluid by looking at the indicator on the fluid chamber or by looking into the reservoir. Make sure to periodically check the wiper fluid and keep it full.

Now that we have covered the preventative maintenance on your vehicle, let us go over a list for items to keep in your vehicle in case of emergency.

Some of the basic items include:

  • 12-foot jumper cables
  • Four 15-minute roadside flares
  • Two quarts of oil
  • Gallon of antifreeze
  • First aid kit (including an assortment of bandages, gauze, adhesive tape, antiseptic cream, instant ice and heat compresses, scissors and aspirin)
  • Blanket
  • Extra fuses
  • Flashlight and extra batteries
  • Flat head screwdrivers
  • Phillips head screwdrivers
  • Pliers
  • Vise Grips
  • Adjustable wrench
  • Tire inflator (such as a Fix-A-Flat)
  • Tire pressure gauge
  • Rags
  • Roll of paper towels
  • Roll of duct tape
  • Spray bottle with washer fluid
  • Pocketknife
  • Ice scraper
  • Pen and paper
  • Help sign
  • Granola or energy bars
  • Bottled water
  • Heavy-duty nylon bag (to carry it all in)


Now that you know the best insurance policy to take out, make sure that you keep in mind what to do just in case something happens that you can't prepare for.  If you ever need vehicle rescue or towing assistance in the Salt Lake Metro area make sure you have the number to call Kar Toad Towing (801) 974-9561. We will be here waiting to assist you 24 hours  a day.


]]><![CDATA[Is Cash for Cars more beneficial than a donation for tax relief?]]>Tue, 18 Feb 2014 20:04:44 GMThttp://www.kartoadtowing.com/towing-blog/is-cash-for-cars-more-beneficial-than-a-donation-for-tax-reliefShould you donate your car?
The most obvious benefit in regards to donating your car is  the tax break you can receive. But there is more to it than that. You may think a donation would make financial sense, this is not always the case.

What should you do?

What is the best course of action? Donate your vehicle, or call a service that will offer cash for your car?

Consider these tax requirements for deductions:

  • First off the charity must qualify as a 501(c)(3) organization in order to offer to a tax deduction. ( If that is something you need to find out you can confirm it through the IRS website, additionally you can call them at (877) 829-5500.)
           - Itemize your deductions
           - If you use a 1040 tax form it must be your only deduction
           - If your going to use a 1040EZ you can not deduct anything for that                   car!
  • The Charity must plan to use the vehicle in it's work
            OR
  • The Charity sells/gifts your vehicle to a needy person at a rate below fair market value
            OR
  • If the Charity will be making material improvements to your vehicle in order to extend it's life. Minor services will not count.
  • If the Charity decides to auction your vehicle instead of use it, they will try to get as much money as they can from the auction. But if they make a total of $500 or less, you may only deduct the fair market value or $500 you get whichever amount ends up being less.

Fair Market Value?

The thing to remember about fair market value is that it needs to be completely objective. Its hard for any car owner to look at their car and see it for what it truly is. Try using sites like Kelly Blue Book to determine value but have someone that doesn't care about your car help you determine the condition. Honesty with yourself is probably the best policy for determining your junk cars value.

Receiving Fair Market Value is not common. Few of the cars picked up by charities are fit to give to the people they want to help.

In fact the CEO of 1-800-CharityCars Brian Menzies, told Edmunds.com
"If 5 percent go to our clients, I'm thrilled,...Although we take any car, about one-third go straight to salvage, i.e., junk...The rest are auctioned and the proceeds go to the charity of the donor's choice"

So a $500 tax deduction doesn't seem so bad right?

What it comes down to is your tax deduction does not equate on a dollar to dollar ratio.
The benefits you will reap entirely depend on your tax bracket. If you happen to be in the 15% tax bracket and donate a car that is worth $1,000, your reduction in taxes will be $150.
Most vehicle deductions are only $500! If you do the math the average person who donates a car to charity only gets a $75 value out of it, and the worst part is you never even get to see that money.

Well what should you do instead then?

There are plenty of companies that will buy your car running or not! Kar Toad Towing in Salt Lake City, Utah is one of those companies. We offer $200 or MORE for any complete vehicle with a title. Hop on over to our Cash for Your Junk Car Page to see exactly how easy making money can be! We pay cash upfront so you can walk away knowing exactly how much you made. No messy tax code, no ridiculous requirements.


If you wish to learn more about cash for cars call us at (801) 974-9561. We would be glad to answer your questions, and set up a time that's convenient for you to have us remove your vehicle.
]]><![CDATA[6 Tips to Spot a Safe and Honest Towing Company]]>Mon, 03 Feb 2014 17:22:41 GMThttp://www.kartoadtowing.com/towing-blog/6-tips-to-spot-a-safe-and-honest-towing-company

Ever been stuck on the side of the road? Ever had to call for a tow? If so you have probably been very concerned with getting ripped off. Most people don’t have a lot of money lying around for expensive tow bills and ridiculous made up charges. Things like this tarnish the reputation of every towing company, so we have taken it upon ourselves to make this handy list of 6 tips to spot a safe and honest towing company.

1. First things first, always do your homework.

 Spend a little time one day and find a towing company you can rely on (preferably before you are in dire need of one). Look for towing companies that have well built websites that look reputable, and ensure that they are willing to give free price quotes over the phone. Most importantly make sure that the number to call is written down somewhere inside your vehicle. Obviously we hope you will consider us for that job, and if so please remember to write down our number:  (801) 974-9561. Kar Toad Towing is available 24 hours a day and will always give a free and fair price quote over the phone.

2. Watch out for companies that promise amazingly low prices over the phone.

 If it sounds to good to be true it normally is. A great way to check the validity of a towing company is to call around and ask for another price quote. We here at Kar Toad are always willing to beat any reasonable offer from one of our competitors. If it isn’t reasonable we will be the first to let you know if you are getting tricked. We have been in business since 2005 and have seen every trick in the book. We don’t want to see you get scammed even if your towing with another company. 

3. Make sure the company you call is trained and certified. 

All tow truck operators are strictly governed in the state of Utah to meet certain criteria. The driver should be able to furnish a certificate showing proof of their training, and be able to show you the Utah Department of Transportation sticker on their truck. 

4. Towing shouldn't be difficult to understand. 

The company you call should be upfront about all charges and fees, and be able to furnish to you an itemized receipt. All Impound and Private Property towing is strictly regulated in the state of Utah so pricing should be very transparent. 

5. Remember that the customer is always right. 

This is a service based industry, and our customers happiness is everything. Make sure that the towing company you called is working for you, not against you. Too many dishonest companies lose sight of what matters and only focus on separating you from your money. To Kar Toad Towing your good review means everything to us and word of mouth is responsible for most of our clientele. Remember to go online a rate your towing company, good or bad it will only help out the next person who is stuck on the side of the road. 

6. If for any reason you think you are victim of fraudulent activity contact law enforcement.

Most towing companies follow the rules and keep to healthy competition, but as with anything in life there will always be someone trying to beat the system and make a quick buck. Don’t be a victim, If you every need a cheap, reliable, and honest towing company in Salt Lake City give us a call at (801) 974-9561
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