das Abschleppfahrzeug
Translation
tow truck, wrecker, recovery vehicle
Examples
Das kaputte Auto wurde vom Abschleppfahrzeug mitgenommen.
The broken car was taken away by the tow truck.
Grammar Patterns
((ein Abschleppfahrzeug)) rufen/bestellen to call/order (a tow truck) If your car breaks down, you have to call a tow truck.
Similar Words
der Kranwagen (crane truck)
Etymology
From 'ab-' (away) + 'schleppen' (to tow/drag) + 'Fahrzeug' (vehicle). Literally a 'towing-away vehicle'.
Memory Tips
Think of a vehicle that 'schlepps' (drags) a car 'ab' (away).