Car Towing in Australia

3,356 car towing businesses across Australia, ranked by local votes. Pick a city to narrow it down.

Showing 561–580 of 3,356

Perth · Takes quote requests

AAA Honda Recyclers

By appointment only · Maddington · WA 6109

AAA Honda Recyclers has qualified mechanics ready to fit your parts on-site. We also service and repair all makes and models at our fully equipped mechanical workshop. We offer a same-day service,…

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Perth · Takes quote requests

Northern Suburbs Towing

By appointment only · Wanneroo · WA 6065

Hi, we are Northern Suburbs Towing, our towing service caters to accident towing, car removal and we also have a tilt tray tow truck available, Located in Wanneroo WA, Call us for more information.

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Adelaide · Takes quote requests

Metro Car Removals

By appointment only · Salisbury Plain · SA 5109

Metro Car Removals proudly provides the best car removals. We pay cash for your unwanted cars/vans/4x4s any type in any condition and any make or models. We also provide towing, spare parts and…

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Sydney · Takes quote requests

SSS Towing

By appointment only · Banksia · NSW 2216

SSS Towing, one of the leading towing service provider, we provide most reliable emergency towing and you can truly trust, Located in Banksia NSW, Call us today.

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Melbourne · Takes quote requests

Spirit Towing

By appointment only · Endeavour Hills · VIC 3802

Stuck in a bad situation on the road and your car won't start! We can stop traffic and get you in a safe position. We can move your vehicle with out keys and you not having to be there. Phone credit…

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Sydney · Takes quote requests

Riverside Collision Centre

By appointment only · Chipping Norton · NSW 2170

Riverside Collision Centre is a family owned business and we are a Recommended Repairer for major insurance companies, we are also a Preferred Commercial and Fleet Repairer. All our staff are Highly…

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East Coast · Takes quote requests

Dean's Smash Repairs

By appointment only · Morwell · VIC 3840

Dean's Smash Repairs, we specialise in smash repairs, panel beating, towing and general auto repairs, Located in Morwell VIC, Please give us a call or visit our site for more information!

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Sydney · Takes quote requests

ADL Tilt Trays

By appointment only · Kurrajong · NSW 2758

Tilt Tray Services, we carry every thing from forklifts excavators bobcats tractors shipping containers and much more, give ADL TILT TRAYS a call today.

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South Coast · Takes quote requests

Illawarra Towing & Recovery

By appointment only · Oak Flats · NSW 2529

Illawara Towing and Recovery provides roadside assistance and tow truck recovery services all over the region including Oak Flats, Port Kembla, Kiama, Gerringong, Moss Vale, Wollongong, Thirroul,…

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Sydney · Takes quote requests

AAA Antouny Auto Recyclers

By appointment only · Baulkham Hills · NSW 2153

We buy all makes and models of cars, vans, utes & trucks. Cash paid for old, unwanted, unregistered & damaged vehicles. We offer a fast friendly reliable service at a time that suits you! Servicing…

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Wheat Belt · Takes quote requests

Northampton Towing

By appointment only · Northampton · WA 6535

Northampton's Northampton Towing prides itself on its speedy response to any situation that requires car towing, day or night. Our friendly staff are waiting to respond to your call whenever you need…

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Brisbane · Takes quote requests

Aussie Car Removal

By appointment only · Acacia Ridge · QLD 4110

Aussie car removal offers cash for cars, scrap removal, car removal in Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, Toowoomba, Gold Coast QLD. Visit our website.

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Sydney · Takes quote requests

AKS Service City Smash Repairs

By appointment only · St Peters · NSW 2044

We handle all types of vehicle body repairs and maintenance. Specialising in Smash Repairs, Panel Beaters, Taxi, Towing Services, and Courtesy vehicles. You can visit us on Burrows Road and see first…

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Melbourne · Takes quote requests

Unlimited Towing

By appointment only · Seaford · VIC 3198

At Unlimited Towing, we offer the following services: Car removal If you have an old or damaged car, we can remove it for you. Regardless of make or model, the team at Unlimited Towing can help. Our…

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Sydney · Takes quote requests

Sydney Car Scrap

By appointment only · Sydney · NSW 2000

Sydney Car Scrap pays to remove your scrap car with free pick-up and it’s simple and easy. In fact it could not be easier, as you have come to the right place. Car Scrap Sydney will make you an…

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Sydney · Takes quote requests

Central West Towing

By appointment only · Auburn · NSW 2144

We run a trusted service at central west, as we offer towing services 24 hours a week and 7 days Our service is fast and active and are able to help with any repairs to your vehicle, through central…

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Melbourne · Takes quote requests

Atlas Car Removals

By appointment only · Dandenong · VIC 3175

We provide the best services in VIC. Cars removals are the best services provides by us. We offer many different types of removals for you within low rate.

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Canberra · Takes quote requests

A Class Above Towing

By appointment only · Moncrieff · ACT 2914

At A Class Above Towing we understand that when your car has just broken down and you're stranded in the middle of nowhere, you need a car towing or roadside assistance service that you can trust.…

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User guide to Car Towing

Car towing is the process of pulling anything such as trailers, tractors, watercrafts, and cargo with the use of your car. Car towing is also used in transporting vehicles stuck in the middle of the road due to accidents or other mishaps to a secured location for processing.

Towing services operators can be contacted by driver using mobile phones. These operators have websites that provide contact details and other services for drivers. In others, operators contact an available tow truck driver via mobile radio or text messaging.
Towing service operators have the capability to store vehicles that have been wrecked or impounded by local authorities in a storage lot. Some operators prevent access to these vehicles unless authorities give the signal for the owner to claim it.

Accident towing may also refer to pulling light and heavy vehicles involved in accidents. In Australia, each State has specific laws regarding the accident towing industry such as the number of accident towing vehicles and the allocation of tow trucks to road accident sites. New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria have their own respective tow truck acts. Tow trucks are also identified by number plates ending in TT.
The types of towing equipment in common usage today include:

  • Boom - an adjustable boom winch used for recovering vehicles in a ditch, culvert or any place that a vehicle cannot be safely backed-up to.
  • Hook and chain - these are sometimes used for towing vehicles that have one or two of the front or rear wheels missing.
  • Wheel-lift - this picks up the drive wheels of the vehicle touching only the tires.
  • Flatbed - the entire back of truck is fitted with a hydraulic-powered bed that inclines and moves to ground level that allows the vehicle to be placed on it.
  • Integrated - boom and wheel-lift equipment integrated into one unit to repossess vehicle or move illegally parked cars.

The Australian National Towing Association (ANTA) is the peak body that represents the interests of all member car towing operators and provides a venue for the exchange of knowledge and addressing issues that affect the industry with government authorities. It also promotes the use of professional car towing services. ANTA is also affiliated with the Motor Trades Association of Australia (MTAA) which represents particular aspects of the car towing industry.

Accident safety tips for drivers

  • Check the gravity of the damage on the vehicle. Turn the engine off and check for any leaks.
  • Call the towing service operator and provide them with all the necessary information such as your location, the damage on the vehicle, and the vehicle's weight so that they may be able to provide the necessary tools to tow it.
  • Different vehicles and scenarios require different towing equipment. Be specific as much to the operator as much as possible.
  • Keep calm and maintain contact with the towing service operator as all times. There is no need to panic.
  • Verify if nobody got hurt. Call an ambulance right away when people are hurt because of the accident.