24/7 Flatbed Recovery, Your Vehicle Carried Not Dragged
Breakdown, non-runner, prestige, EV or 4x4? One call and a modern flatbed comes to you — your vehicle loaded, strapped and carried with all four wheels off the ground. Fully insured, most UK drivers reached in under 45 minutes.
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We cover every postcode in the UK, 24/7.
From Kerbside to Destination — In 3 Steps
No app, no membership to remember. Here is exactly what happens from your first call to your vehicle arriving safely.
Call or WhatsApp Us With Your Location and Vehicle
Tell us where you are, what you're driving, and where it needs to go. A real Recovery Giant dispatcher answers 24 hours a day, 365 days a year — no call queue, no holding music. You get the price upfront, before we dispatch, with no membership required.
A Flatbed Is Dispatched
Our control room sends the nearest tilt-and-slide flatbed from our 105-strong fleet and nationwide partner network. Most UK drivers are reached in under 45 minutes.
Loaded, Strapped and Carried
The bed tilts to the ground and your vehicle is winched or driven on, then secured with straps and wheel chocks — all four wheels off the ground. We carry it to your chosen destination, treated like it's parked.
What Is Flatbed Recovery?
Flatbed recovery — also called tilt-and-slide — carries your vehicle on a flat platform with all four wheels off the ground, instead of dragging it on its wheels. It's the safest way to move low, prestige, electric, all-wheel-drive, classic or damaged vehicles. Recovery Giant reaches most UK drivers in under 45 minutes, fully insured, with no membership.
When You Need a Flatbed
A flatbed is the safest way to move a lot of vehicles. If you're driving any of these, ask for the flatbed.
Low & sports cars
Low clearance loaded without scraping the bumper.
Prestige & luxury
Maximum protection for high-value vehicles.
Electric & hybrid
The safe way to move an EV — nothing turns.
4x4 & AWD
All four wheels off, no drivetrain strain.
Classic & vintage
Gentle, careful transport for older cars.
Non-runner or seized
Won't roll or steer? Winched straight on.
Accident-damaged
Loaded whatever the condition, after a crash.
Long-distance transport
Dealer, auction, house move or a purchase.
If in doubt, ask for the flatbed
A flatbed is almost always the safest choice — your vehicle is carried, not dragged. Tell us what you're driving and where it's going, and we'll bring the right truck.
Why EVs & 4x4s Belong on a Flatbed
Some vehicles should never be towed on their wheels. Here's why a flatbed is the right — and often the manufacturer-recommended — way to move them.
Electric & hybrid cars
On an EV or hybrid, the wheels drive electric motors. Towing on the driven wheels can force those motors to spin and damage the motor or the regenerative braking system. On a flatbed, all four wheels are off the ground and nothing turns — the safe, manufacturer-friendly way to move them. We use EV-safe loading gear.
More on EV & hybrid recoveryAll-wheel & four-wheel drive
AWD and 4x4 vehicles have a permanent or connected driveline. Towing on any wheels can strain the transmission, transfer case and differentials. A flatbed keeps all four wheels off the ground, so the driveline is never forced — protecting expensive components.
Loaded, Strapped and Protected
Your vehicle is treated like it's parked — carefully loaded, properly secured, and delivered without a mark. Here's how.
How we keep your vehicle safe
Awkward access? We'll tell you straight
- Tight ramps and turns — our operators are used to narrow, awkward pickups.
- Low ceilings and underground car parks — where a flatbed can't reach, we adapt.
- Skates and careful setup for cars that can't roll or steer.
- If access needs a different approach, we'll tell you before we set off — no surprises.
Will my car be safe on the flatbed?
Yes. Once it's winched or driven on, your vehicle is strapped down and chocked so it can't move — carried steady the whole way, even over bumps and bends.
Can you get into a low or underground car park?
Often, yes — our drivers handle tight ramps and low ceilings all the time. If a full-size flatbed can't fit, we'll tell you straight and use the right approach for the space.
Why Drivers Choose Recovery Giant
When you need a vehicle moved, you want it done right — fast, properly equipped, and by people who do this every day.
Under 45 minutes, on average
When you need a vehicle moved, every minute matters. Most UK drivers are reached in under 45 minutes, day or night.
Modern flatbed fleet
Modern flatbed and tilt-and-slide trucks with winch, straps and EV-safe loading gear.
A real person, 24/7/365
No call queue, no app, no holding music. A Recovery Giant dispatcher answers day or night, including bank holidays.
No membership, pay per job
Nothing to join and nothing to renew. You pay per job, with the price confirmed upfront.
Trained, vetted operators
Vetted, trained operators who load and secure vehicles carefully, every single day.
Trusted by thousands
Rated 4.8★ by 500+ drivers, with 10,000+ vehicles recovered across the UK since 2024.
Flatbed Recovery Across the UK
From a local move to long-distance transport, we carry vehicles across the whole country — including every major motorway, 24 hours a day.
Motorways we cover
Cities & towns we cover
Can't see your town? We still cover it — call and check. Moving a vehicle long-distance? See Car Transport →
020 3006 0095Every Vehicle, Carried
Whatever you drive, we've got the right flatbed to carry it safely — across the UK, 24/7.
Whatever you drive, we'll come to you —
call 020 3006 0095Every Vehicle, Carried
Whatever you drive, we've got the right flatbed to carry it safely — across the UK, 24/7.
Whatever you drive, we'll come to you —
call 020 3006 0095Simple, Upfront — No Membership
No yearly fees, no small print, no "quotes" that change. You pay one clear price for the job, agreed before we set off.
How you pay
What shapes your price
Rated 4.8★ by 500+ Drivers
Low car, EV, non-runner or a long move — we carry it safely, and treat it like it's parked. Here is what drivers say.
"They explained why a flatbed was safer for my lowered car instead of just towing it. Loaded it perfectly — not a scratch."
"My EV wouldn't move and I was worried about damage. They flat-bedded it straight to the dealer, all four wheels off the ground. Spot on."
"Non-runner in an awkward spot. The driver winched it on carefully and delivered it home. Calm, professional, no fuss."
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Flatbed Recovery Questions
The things drivers ask us most — answered plainly. Still stuck? Just call.
What is flatbed recovery?
Flatbed recovery — also called tilt-and-slide — carries your vehicle on a flat platform with all four wheels off the ground, instead of dragging it on its wheels. It's the safest way to move most vehicles.
Is flatbed towing safer than a normal tow?
For most vehicles, yes. On a flatbed nothing touches the road, so there's no wear on the drivetrain, tyres or suspension, and no scraping. A standard tow is fine for some cars over short distances, but a flatbed is the safest all-round choice.
Can you tow an electric car?
Yes — on a flatbed. EVs shouldn't be towed on their driven wheels, as it can damage the motor or regen system. We load it with EV-safe gear so all four wheels are off the ground and nothing turns.
Can you tow a 4x4 or AWD car?
Yes, on a flatbed. AWD and 4x4 vehicles have a permanent driveline, so towing on any wheels can strain the transmission. A flatbed keeps all four wheels off the ground, protecting the drivetrain.
Can you move a car that won't start?
Yes. Non-runners, seized wheels and cars that won't roll or steer are winched onto the flatbed and carried safely to wherever they need to go.
Do I need a membership?
No. There's nothing to join and nothing to renew. You pay per job, only when you need us, with the price confirmed upfront.
Can you move a car long-distance?
Yes. As well as local recovery, we carry vehicles long-distance across the UK — to a dealer, an auction, a house move or a new owner. See our Car Transport service for planned moves.
How fast can you reach me?
Most UK drivers are reached in under 45 minutes. We give you an ETA the moment you call and keep you updated until the flatbed arrives.
Still have a question?
Call us 24/7 on 020 3006 0095