Tow truck drivers are not only for when your vehicle is damaged in an accident or has gone down the side of an embankment. Towing companies are able to help you out with all sorts of roadside emergencies and situations. Here are three surprising ways that a tow truck driver can assist you with vehicle-related emergencies.

Get You out of the Snow

If you have a front wheel drive car, it can be easy to get stuck in the snow. Just backing out of your driveway the wrong way can get you stuck in the snow. Sometimes no amount of digging seems to help; you are just stuck. When you get stuck in the snow, a tow truck can help you out. The driver can attach the truck's hitch to your vehicle and help pull you out of the snow.

Purchase & Install a New Car Battery

If your car will not start and will not accept a jump start, then your battery might be dead. If you want to get back on the road you are going to need to replace your battery. If you are stuck with a dead car and no battery, your local tow truck company can help you out. They can pick up a replacement battery at a local auto shop and bring it to you. Then the driver can help you take out your old battery and swap in the new one. You will be charged for the cost of the replacement battery and for the call, and you will be able to start your vehicle up and get back on the road.

Put on Your Spare Tire

Just because you have been shown how to change a spare tire doesn't mean that you will necessarily be able to change it successfully when you are sitting on the side of road. It can feel a lot more daunting to change a spare tire when you are broken down on the side of the road, especially if it's dark out or the weather is bad.

Your local towing company can assist you, though. If your vehicle comes with a spare tire, the tow truck driver can take off your old tire and put your spare tire on. He or she can even let you know where the nearest tire shop is so that you can replace the tire.

Tow truck drivers are equipped to help you with all kinds of vehicle emergencies, including helping you get out of deep snow, purchasing and installing a new car battery, and even helping you put on a spare tire and find a repair shop.

For more information, contact companies like John's Wrecker Service.