Your Vehicle Cannot Touch the Road During Transport

Flatbed towing for luxury, vintage, low-clearance, and heavily damaged vehicles in Portland, Oregon.

When you need to transport a classic car to a show in Portland or move a luxury vehicle with low ground clearance to a dealership, wheel-lift towing is not an option. Flatbed towing keeps all four wheels off the ground, which eliminates the risk of transmission damage, undercarriage scraping, and tire wear during transport. American Eagle Towing Services provides flatbed towing throughout Portland for vehicles that require extra care, including heavily damaged cars that cannot roll, vintage models with delicate drivetrains, and high-end vehicles with custom suspensions.

This service uses a truck with a tilting flatbed that lowers to ground level, allowing the vehicle to be driven or winched onto the platform. Once loaded, the vehicle is secured with wheel straps and tie-downs, and the bed is raised to a level position for transport. We handle short-distance moves within Portland and longer trips to surrounding areas, and our drivers are trained to load vehicles with low bumpers, wide bodies, and non-standard dimensions.

If your vehicle requires flatbed transport to avoid damage or wear during the move, contact American Eagle Towing Services to schedule flatbed towing in Portland.

Why Keeping All Wheels Off the Road Matters

When you call for flatbed towing in Portland, the driver arrives with a truck that has a hydraulic bed capable of tilting to a low angle. The vehicle is loaded by driving it onto the bed or using a winch if it cannot move under its own power. Wheel straps are attached to each tire, and the straps are tightened to prevent any shifting or rolling during transit. The bed is then raised, and the vehicle is transported without any wheels touching the pavement.

After the transport is complete, your vehicle arrives without added mileage, tire wear, or stress on the drivetrain. You will notice that low-clearance bumpers are not scraped, custom exhaust systems are not dragged, and there are no grease marks or chain scratches on the wheels. Flatbed transport is the only method that eliminates contact with the road, making it the safest option for cars that cannot tolerate standard towing methods.

This service is commonly used by collectors, dealerships, and owners of modified vehicles, and drivers are trained to handle vehicles with air suspension, aftermarket kits, and non-standard dimensions. We do not load vehicles that exceed the flatbed's weight or width limits, and we will recommend alternative transport if your vehicle requires it.

Owners of luxury, vintage, and specialty vehicles often ask about the loading process, how the vehicle is secured, and whether flatbed towing is necessary for their situation.

People Usually Want to Know This Before Booking

What types of vehicles need flatbed towing?
Flatbed towing is recommended for luxury cars, classic or vintage vehicles, low-clearance sports cars, heavily damaged vehicles, and any car with all-wheel drive or a custom suspension. If the vehicle cannot be lifted safely or has expensive components near the ground, flatbed is the safer choice.
How is the vehicle kept from moving during transport?
The vehicle is secured using heavy-duty wheel straps that loop over each tire and attach to anchor points on the flatbed. The straps are tightened to prevent any forward, backward, or side-to-side movement during transit.
What if my car is too damaged to drive onto the flatbed?
If the vehicle cannot roll or start, we use a winch to pull it onto the bed. The winch line attaches to the frame or tow hooks, and the vehicle is pulled slowly up the ramp without dragging on the ground.
Why does flatbed towing cost more than wheel-lift towing?
Flatbed trucks are larger, more specialized, and require more time to load and secure vehicles properly. The cost reflects the additional equipment and the reduced risk of damage during transport.
When is flatbed towing not necessary?
If your vehicle has normal ground clearance, a standard drivetrain, and no major damage, wheel-lift towing may be sufficient. Flatbed is required when the vehicle cannot touch the road or has components that would be damaged by standard towing methods.

American Eagle Towing Services operates throughout Portland and provides flatbed towing for vehicles that require careful handling and full transport without road contact. If you own a luxury, vintage, or heavily damaged vehicle that needs to be moved safely, call us at (971) 506-8595 to schedule flatbed towing.