TowingMay 19, 2026

Tip #27: EVs Cannot Be Dragged — Motor Lock-Up Risk

Electric drivetrains often can't freewheel without power, especially on Teslas (in-wheel motors), Rivians (lock when battery is depleted), and most newer EVs. D…

Tip #27: EVs Cannot Be Dragged — Motor Lock-Up Risk — NYC Roadside Emergency Assistance
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Electric drivetrains often can't freewheel without power, especially on Teslas (in-wheel motors), Rivians (lock when battery is depleted), and most newer EVs. Dragging a non-freewheel EV destroys the motor.

Tesla specifically has a 'tow mode' that has to be enabled from the touchscreen before loading. A trained operator knows how to do this; a generic tow driver may not.

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