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Can You Tow an Unregistered Vehicle in Tasmania?

If you are asking, “can you tow an unregistered vehicle in Tasmania?” you are likely trying to move a project car, a barn find, or a vehicle that has run out of rego. It is a common problem. However, the laws in Tasmania are strict.

Is it legal to tow an unregistered car?

In Tasmania, you cannot flat tow (rope tow) an unregistered vehicle on public roads. The vehicle must have valid registration or a temporary permit. However, a professional tow truck with Trade Plates can legally transport it anywhere. This is the safest option.

Can you tow an unregistered vehicle in Tasmania using a professional tilt tray?

Can You Tow an Unregistered Vehicle Yourself?

Many drivers think they can sneak a short trip to the mechanic. Specifically, here is why that is a bad idea:

  • No CTP Insurance: An unregistered car has no Compulsory Third Party insurance. If the tow rope snaps and hits someone, you are personally liable.
  • Police ANPR Cameras: Police cars scan plates automatically. If they see a car being flat-towed with no plates, they will pull you over immediately.
  • Permit Hassles: Getting a temporary permit from Service Tasmania takes time and money.

For official rules on permits, check the Transport Tasmania Registration Page .

How We Solve the “Can You Tow an Unregistered Vehicle” Problem

As a licensed towing operator, Big Boy Towing has a special exemption. Consequently, we answer “Yes” to “can you tow an unregistered vehicle?” by using:

  1. Trade Plates: We attach our “Red Plates” to your vehicle, covering it under our insurance during the trip.
  2. Total Lift Towing: By putting your car on a tilt tray, no wheels touch the road. It is officially “cargo,” not a “vehicle on the road.”
  3. Pits & Inspections: We frequently tow unregistered cars to the inspection station (The Pits) for rego checks.

Common Unregistered Towing Jobs We Do

You are not alone. We help Hobart drivers with this every day. Our unregistered vehicle towing service covers:

  • Moving a “project car” to a new house.
  • Taking a defected car to the repair shop.
  • Transporting a car bought at auction without plates.

Move Your Unregistered Car Today

Don’t risk a fine. Call Big Boy Towing for legal, insured transport for your unregistered vehicle.