The SmartStraps Retractable Tow Strap with Hooks 14ft 9000lb Commercial Duty 171 1 Pack is a commercial duty tow strap that can be used to recover stuck vehicles such as trucks tractors or smaller machinery. It has hooks on both ends and a built-in power spring that automatically retracts the webbing into a unique self-contained storage case (similar to a tape measure). This feature eliminates knots and tangles between each use and makes the tow strap easy to store. The tow strap is safer to use than chains and protects vehicles from potential damage