When towing beats car shipping

[Dubrovka]

Hey folks! I’m torn between towing my car and booking traditional car shipping. In what situations does towing actually make more sense, especially for longer distances or unexpected situations?

[Lissavveta]

Towing often makes more sense when the situation is urgent or the car isn’t drivable. I realized this after comparing options through Compare The Carrier during a roadside emergency. Car shipping is great for planned moves, but it’s not ideal when timing matters. In breakdown or accident cases, towing can happen immediately, without waiting days for a carrier slot. I found a lot of clarity by reading their state-to-state car towing guide https://comparethecarrier.com/blog/stat ... ar-towing/ that explains when towing is faster and more practical. If the car can’t roll, has safety issues, or you need it moved quickly to a specific shop, towing usually beats shipping despite the higher per-mile cost.