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Emergency & Same-Day Towing

Broken down, overheated or won't start? City Tow Truck sends a flatbed the same day anywhere in Greater Vancouver, Monday to Saturday from 8am to 11pm. Most calls are reached in 30 to 60 minutes, and you get the price before we roll.

We're closed right now (Mon–Sat 8am–11pm). Send a text or request a tow online and we'll reply when we open.

While you wait

What to do right now

  • Pull as far onto the shoulder as you safely can and turn on your hazard lights.
  • On a highway or bridge, stay in the vehicle with your seatbelt on unless it's unsafe. If you get out, exit away from traffic and stand behind the barrier.
  • Put out a warning triangle or flares if you have them and it's safe to do so.
  • Text us a map pin or the nearest cross street, exit number or landmark.
  • Know where the vehicle should go: your mechanic, a dealer, home, or an ICBC claim centre.

If anyone is hurt or the vehicle is blocking live traffic, call 911 first. We can tow once police or emergency crews say it's clear.

Common calls

We help with

  • Engine, transmission or electrical breakdowns
  • Cars that won't start — we try a battery boost first
  • Flat tires with no usable spare
  • Accident towing once police release the vehicle
  • Overheating, warning lights, or a car that's unsafe to drive
  • Stuck in a ditch, snow or mud (winch-outs)

We're honest about timing: if we can't reach you quickly because of distance or a job in progress, we'll tell you when you call so you can decide.

FAQ

Emergency towing questions

Are you open 24 hours?

No. We're open Monday to Saturday, 8am to 11pm, and closed Sundays. Outside those hours you can text us or send an online request and we'll reply as soon as we open.

How fast can you get to me?

Most calls are reached in 30 to 60 minutes. Rush hour, bridge and tunnel traffic, and weather all affect timing, so we give you a real ETA when you call and let you know when we're close.

Can I ride with my car?

Yes, there's room for one passenger in the cab in most cases.

How do I pay?

Credit card, cash or Interac e-Transfer, paid at drop-off. You get an itemized receipt by email.

Mon–Sat 8am–11pm

Stuck? We'll get you moving.

Call or text 604-265-5888 for an upfront quote and an honest arrival time. Flatbed towing and roadside help across Greater Vancouver.