Towing an EV: Check the Manufacturer's Instructions First

Stranded with an EV right now? See our EV towing service in Nashville for 24/7 dispatch. This guide covers what to check before any EV is moved.

Electric-vehicle towing instructions differ by model, drivetrain, software state, wheel condition, and battery condition. The owner's manual for the exact vehicle is the starting point; a rule remembered from another EV may not apply.

Information to Give Dispatch

Share the year, make, model, drivetrain, battery state, dashboard messages, wheel condition, location, parking clearance, and whether the vehicle can shift or roll. Photos of the wheels and access area can help identify loading concerns.

Check Current Manufacturer Instructions

Manufacturers publish transport and roadside instructions in the owner's manual or official support material. These instructions can distinguish between road transport, short emergency movement, dollies, transport mode, and approved attachment points. Dispatch and the operator should verify the current instructions before selecting equipment.

Transport or tow mode does not automatically authorize every towing method. Its purpose and limits vary by model. Do not force a locked wheel or attach a winch to a point that has not been identified for loading or recovery.

Battery and Collision Concerns

Tell dispatch about smoke, unusual heat, impact near the battery enclosure, leaking fluid, warning messages, or submerged components. Keep people away from a vehicle that is smoking, hissing, or unusually hot and call 911 when there is an immediate fire or traffic hazard.

A depleted high-voltage battery and a failed low-voltage battery are different conditions. Either may affect doors, shifting, parking-brake release, steering, or loading. Avoid guessing at jump points or emergency releases; use the manufacturer's instructions.

Tesla, Rivian, Ford, GM, Hyundai, Kia, and Other EVs

The brand name alone is not enough to choose a method. Model year, trim, drivetrain, wheel damage, modifications, and current documentation matter. Hook Em' Up Towing confirms the vehicle details, instructions, weight, access, and available equipment before accepting an EV tow.

Where the Vehicle Is Going

Have the destination ready when possible: home, a charging location, a dealer, or a repair facility that has agreed to receive the vehicle. Charging access and repair acceptance should be confirmed before dispatch.

For EV towing in Nashville, call (615) 756-5330 with the exact model and condition. Dispatch will give you a current arrival estimate based on traffic, location, truck availability, access, and job conditions.