Breakdown Car Towing
Has your car broken down and you need a tow truck?
Our priority is getting you back on the road fast, if you’ve broken down and need towing, call us on 0800 869829 and we’ll get one of our team out ASAP to tow your car to your mechanic.
If you’re stranded on the side of the road
Try not to stop on a corner or near the brow of a hill
Park as far to the left as you can.
Turn on your hazard lights, and if it’s safe to do so, open your bonnet
If it’s dark, raining or foggy, turn on your parking lights.
Stay in the vehicle if possible, sitting in the seats furthest from the traffic, with your seatbelts on.
Are you a member of the AA?
We’re AA Roadservice Contractors and your tow may well be free. Call 0800 500 222 and make sure you ask for Ashley’s Tow Taxi. AA provide 24 hour towing
How much does towing cost?
The base price is based on the distance covered to collect your car and take it to the destination of your choice. If we need to do extra work (e.g. stuck in park, steering locked etc, this costs extra, but we’ll tell you first. Regardless, we’re usually cheaper than hiring a trailer and doing it yourself.
Do you need a ride?
If you need a lift somewhere, let us know when you book because in many cases we can give you a ride in our clean and modern tow trucks. And if you don’t have a regular mechanic, we can recommend the right people for you and your vehicle. In most cases there is no extra charge for this.
Towing in Christchurch and beyond
With tow trucks based in Christchurch and in North Canterbury, as well as providing breakdown towing services in Christchurch and North Canterbury, we can travel anywhere in the South Island.