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Originally Posted by Lotus7
I once saw an illegally parked (RWD) Lexus in downtown Chicago being dragged away by a tow truck with it's front end raised and the rear wheels on the ground. The transmission was undoubtedly in Park. The tow truck started moving, the rear tires skidded for about 50 feet and then there was a very loud "bang". Then the rear wheels began to turn. The transmission park mechanicals were certainly broken, and the owner was going to be paying lot more than just the parking and towing fine. Ouch!
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I have a problem with the fact that any damage the car incurs when being towed is the owner's responsibility. Bring the proper towing rig and do your job right, I say! Owners should be able to sue the towing companies if they bring the wrong truck and damage the car further than breaking a window to get in. There should also be required training as to how to identify if a car is front, four, or rear wheel drive.