How it works - Similar to a rubber band, a snatch strap being stretched between two vehicles generates a kinetic energy pulling force, when the strap stretches to its maximum 20% the strap returns to its original length pulling the immobilised vehicle. The combination of the recovery vehicle pull and the pulling force from the strap creates a 'snatching' effect that can have a stranded vehicle free from being bogged or unable to move under its own power.