Tow Truck in Queens, NYC
Flat rate from $99.
We answer the phone.
Need a tow truck in Queens? Call and we roll — flatbed for your car, motorcycle tow, or a jump start if that's all you need. One price quoted on the phone, every neighborhood, every hour of the day.
We grew up on these streets. We know where you are.
We've been towing in Queens for 25 years. Our operators were born and raised here — we know the shortcuts off the BQE, which blocks in Astoria are impossible to park a flatbed on, which side of Jamaica Ave floods when it rains, and which exits on the Van Wyck fill up at rush hour. When you call, you're not talking to a call center two states over — you're talking to someone who probably grew up five blocks from where you broke down.
25 years on the road
A quarter century of Queens tows — every car, every street, every kind of weird situation you can imagine.
Born and raised in Queens
Our operators are from here. We don't need GPS to find Flushing or Forest Hills.
We answer the phone
Real person, first ring. No bots, no voicemail maze, no "your call is important to us."
Text us your location and what you need — flat quote back in under a minute.
Three pricing tiers. You'll know the number before we leave the yard.
We keep it simple. You tell us what you need, we quote the rate on the phone, and that's what you pay when the truck gets there. No hook-up fees hidden in the fine print, no mileage surprises. Heavy stuff, long-distance, and out-of-state runs get their own quote — see the full pricing page.
Text us your location and what you need — flat quote back in under a minute.
From stuck on the road to your car delivered — three honest steps.
Most tow companies make this part of the day worse than it needs to be. Long holds. Vague quotes. A truck that never shows. We built our process around the opposite — text us, get a real price, get a real truck. Here's exactly how it goes when you reach out, whether it's a flatbed for your Tesla, a heavy-duty for your box truck, or a simple jump start at 3am.
- 01Step One
Text us where you are and what happened.
Text (347) 437-0185 with three things: your location (drop a pin if you can), what you drive (year / make / model), and what went wrong. That's it. No forms, no holds, no "please press 1." The person reading your text is the same person sending the truck.
Broken down on the BQE? Tell us the exit. Dead battery in a parking lot? Tell us the address. Flat on the Grand Central? Mile marker if you have it, the nearest exit if you don't. The more we know, the faster the right truck starts rolling.
- 02Step Two
We quote a flat price — and a truck is already moving.
We text back a flat price within a minute. No "estimated range," no "hook-up fee not included" — one number, the one you'll actually pay. At the same time, our closest available truck is already rolling to you.
We pick the right truck for the job before we leave the yard. Flatbed for Teslas, EVs, AWD, or lowered cars — no exceptions. Wheel-lift for standard local tows. Heavy-duty for anything over 10,000 lbs. Right truck, right job, no surprises on scene.
- 03Step Three
Proper rigging, damage-free load, delivered.
Our operator pulls up, confirms the quote you were texted, and loads your car the right way — soft-tie straps on anything delicate, proper winching angles, nothing chained to the frame or bumper. Five minutes on scene, not thirty.
Your car gets dropped exactly where you want it — your mechanic, your driveway, a dealer, a body shop. Pay the quoted price. Done. No "oh it ended up being further than we thought." That conversation doesn't happen with us.
Text us your location and what you need — flat quote back in under a minute.
23 towing services — flatbed tow truck, heavy duty tow truck, emergency towing, motorcycle towing
Queens drivers call us for every scenario: emergency breakdowns, accident recovery, Tesla and EV flatbed tows, tri-state long-distance hauls, and full roadside assistance. Below are all 23 services we roll — every one priced flat, every one 24/7.
Queens Flatbed Towing
Safest method for AWD, EV, luxury, lowered vehicles. All four wheels off the ground.
Learn more →Queens Wheel-Lift Towing
Efficient for standard FWD passenger vehicles. Local tows.
Learn more →Queens Dolly Towing
Safer than flatbed for vehicles that won't shift into neutral.
Learn more →Queens Heavy-Duty Towing
Box trucks, RVs, buses, tractor-trailers, 10,000+ lbs.
Learn more →Queens Emergency Towing
Emergency tow truck — 24/7 for breakdowns across every Queens zip code.
Learn more →Queens 24 Hour Towing
Overnight, weekends, holidays. Same pricing around the clock, no surcharges.
Learn more →Queens Accident Recovery
Collision scene recovery with insurance direct-billing.
Learn more →Queens Winching & Recovery
Vehicles stuck in ditches, snow, mud, off-road.
Learn more →Queens Long-Distance Towing
Tri-state and interstate flatbed transport. Long Island, NJ, CT, PA.
Learn more →Queens Auto Transport
Dealer delivery, private sales, relocations. Open or enclosed.
Learn more →Queens Motorcycle Towing
Flatbed + wheel chocks. Sport bikes, cruisers, touring. No chains.
Learn more →Queens Exotic Car Towing
Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, Rolls-Royce. Soft-tie straps only.
Learn more →Queens Luxury Car Towing
BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Lexus — flatbed by default, zero damage.
Learn more →Queens Tesla & EV Towing
Flatbed mandatory per Tesla manual. Rivian, Lucid, Lightning, all EVs.
Learn more →Queens Classic Car Towing
Enclosed transport available. Collector car care standards.
Learn more →Queens Commercial Towing
Fleet vehicles, cargo vans, delivery trucks. Net-30 invoicing available.
Learn more →Queens Construction Equipment Towing
Skid steers, mini-excavators, lifts. Contractor equipment transport.
Learn more →Queens Roadside Assistance
Jump starts, lockouts, tire changes, fuel delivery. 24/7.
Learn more →Queens Jump Start Service
Commercial-grade jump + battery/alternator test included.
Learn more →Queens Lockout Service
Damage-free entry. All makes, all models, electronic smart keys.
Learn more →Queens Flat Tire Change
Roadside spare mount with proper torque specs.
Learn more →Queens Fuel Delivery
Gasoline or diesel delivery. 2–3 gallons to reach the nearest station.
Learn more →Queens Junk Car Removal
Free pickup + cash for scrap cars. DMV paperwork handled.
Learn more →Text us your location and what you need — flat quote back in under a minute.
Before you call any tow truck — read this. It'll save you real money.
Most people call a tow truck for the first time in years when something bad is already happening. You're stressed, you're in traffic, you're about to make a $200 decision fast. Here are 15 things 25 years of Queens tow work have taught us — stuff that saves money, saves your car, and keeps you safe while you wait.
If you drive a Tesla, EV, AWD, or lowered car — insist on a flatbed.
A wheel-lift tow is cheaper, but it drags two wheels on the ground. On an AWD that trashes the drivetrain. On a Tesla it voids warranty — Tesla will fight the claim. Lowered car? The front bumper shreds on the first driveway. Ask "is this a flatbed?" before saying yes to any tow. Extra $40 beats a $5,000 transmission.
Queens flatbed towing →Always get the price in writing before the truck leaves.
"We'll figure it out when we get there" is how you end up paying $450 for a $120 tow. A legit company quotes flat over the phone or by text: pickup, drop-off, vehicle — done. If the the person answering dances around the number, hang up. Text us your location and you'll get a flat price back before we move.
Tow truck pricing →Figure out if it's the battery before you pay for a tow.
Interior lights work but the car won't crank? Probably just the battery — a $75 jump gets you home. Rapid clicks when you turn the key? Battery or starter. Nothing at all? Could be the main fuse. Tell us what you hear — we often fix it on scene instead of towing.
Jump start service →Do NOT change a tire on the Grand Central or BQE shoulder.
People die every year changing tires on highway shoulders — NHTSA counts 350+ struck-by deaths annually. If your spare's good and you can limp to an exit on the rim, do that. Tires are cheap, you're not. Otherwise: hazards on, stay in the car with seatbelt on until we arrive.
Roadside tire change →Watch out for "gypsy" locksmiths. $75 is the real rate.
Check every door and trunk first — smart keys sometimes auto-lock after a timer. If you have a spare at home, Uber beats most service calls. If you need help now, ask the price on the phone. Legit lockout is $75 flat. Quoted $40 and billed $250? That's the bait-and-switch. Walk away.
Car lockout service →Don't drive the last 20 miles on empty to save $4.
Your tank collects sediment over the years. Run it dry and the fuel pump sucks that crap through the fuel line into your injectors — $600–$1,200 to replace. If the light's been on 30 miles, pull over. Two gallons delivered is cheaper than anything that's about to happen.
Fuel delivery →Document everything before the tow truck services your car away.
Photos of every side of the vehicle. License plate of anyone involved. Exact location. Check the curb and the other car too — their damage proves your story. Once the tow is gone, proving what happened gets 10x harder. We handle accident recovery and can bill your insurance directly.
Accident recovery →Anyone who shows up unsolicited after a crash isn't free.
Trucks that roll up to accident scenes uninvited ("chasers") usually work with predatory body shops — they take your car to a yard, charge storage by the day, and hold it until you agree to their shop. NYC has laws against this. Call your own tow company. Only sign releases from a company YOU called.
How to handle accident scenes →Not every tow truck fits in every garage.
Queens garages range from 6'8" clearance (most co-ops, LIC buildings) to 7'2" (standard commercial). A full-size flatbed won't fit most of them. Tell us the garage name and the level when you call — we send the low-clearance rig or a dolly setup so you're not stuck waiting for a swap.
Flatbed towing options →Don't force the shifter. Use the override first.
Dead battery or broken brake-light switch disables the shift interlock. Every car has a shift-lock override slot near the shifter — usually a small plastic cover you pop with a key. One minute on YouTube for your model. If that doesn't work, we bring a dolly or flatbed so we don't drag it in gear.
Dolly towing →After a NYC snowstorm, wait for the plow before calling.
We can't flatbed onto an unplowed street — the ramp won't set right and we can't winch safely. If your car's buried, clear around the tires yourself first, or wait for the city plow. Stuck in a snow bank? That's a winching job, not a regular tow. Starts at $150.
Winching and recovery →If they pull out chains, tell them to leave.
Chaining a bike to a flatbed destroys fairings, paint, and handlebar angle. Proper motorcycle towing uses soft tie-downs anchored to the triple tree or frame mounts, plus a front-wheel chock. If the operator doesn't have a chock, your bike is about to fall over in transit.
Motorcycle towing →Never let an EV tech put the car in "transport mode" with a dead 12V.
EVs have a 12V accessory battery separate from the main pack. When it dies, you can't open doors or shift. Tesla's transport mode needs that 12V alive — jump it first, then engage transport mode, then flatbed. Any tow operator who tries to winch an EV with wheels locked is going to cost you a $4,000 drive unit. Proper EV towing is flatbed only.
Tesla & EV towing →On a long-distance tow, ask about the "deadhead" charge.
Some companies charge you for their return trip on top of the outbound miles — that's the deadhead. A $400 tow becomes $800 at the destination. A fair long-distance towing quote is one flat number covering both directions. Ask: "Is that round-trip or one-way?" Get it in writing before they roll.
Long-distance towing →Your mechanic, not the tow company's "partner shop."
If the tow operator suggests a body shop or mechanic you've never heard of, they're getting a kickback. The industry calls it a "steering fee" — usually $100–$300 the shop pays the tow driver. Your car gets the markup. Always tell us your shop when you call. If you don't have one, we'll be upfront about that and you can pick.
About us →Text us your location and what you need — flat quote back in under a minute.
Emergency tow truck in Queens NYC — Grand Central, LIE, Van Wyck, BQE
Text (347) 437-0185 and a truck is already rolling. Emergency towing is our core service — middle-of-the-night, snowstorm, holiday, rush hour, we roll. For collision scenes we handle accident recovery and stuck vehicles get winching. We cover the Jackson Heights exits off the BQE, the LIE through Maspeth, and the Van Wyck through Jamaica.
Text us your location and what you need — flat quote back in under a minute.
Queens towing service by neighborhood — 115 service areas, every zip code
Tow truck service in every Queens zip code plus Brooklyn and Nassau border towns. Browse by neighborhood: towing Astoria NYC, towing Flushing NYC, towing Forest Hills NYC, towing Jamaica NYC, towing Far Rockaway NYC.
Western Queens
Central Queens
- Jackson Heights
- Elmhurst
- Corona
- East Elmhurst
- North Corona
- LeFrak City
- Rego Park
- Forest Hills
- Kew Gardens
- Kew Gardens Hills
- Briarwood
- Fresh Meadows
- Flushing
- Murray Hill
- Whitestone
- College Point
- Auburndale
- Bay Terrace
- Bayside
- Bayside Hills
- Douglaston
- Little Neck
- Glen Oaks
- Floral Park
- Bellerose
- Oakland Gardens
- Hillcrest
- Pomonok
- Utopia
- Clearview
- Malba
- Beechhurst
- Willets Point
- Queensboro Hill
Southeast Queens
Rockaway Peninsula
Other Queens Areas
Queens/Brooklyn Border
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Tow truck across Queens/Brooklyn and Queens/Nassau border towns
If you're right over the Queens line we still come. On the Brooklyn side we cover Williamsburg, Bushwick, East New York, and more. On the Nassau side we cover Valley Stream, Floral Park, Elmont, and surrounding towns. Full list on the service areas page.
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Real work from real Queens streets — Astoria to Far Rockaway.
No stock photos, no invented names. Each card below is an actual job one of our operators handled — the neighborhood, the service, what happened, what we did. Scroll through 30 of them, then read all reviews or text (347) 437-0185 to add yours.
Got a call on Ditmars Blvd — Subaru Outback with another company trying to wheel-lift it. AWD — that's a ruined transfer case. We took over and flatbedded it to their mechanic in LIC. Saved them $2,800.
Tesla Model 3 with a dead 12V battery in a Hunters Point garage — driver couldn't even open the doors. Jumped the 12V, put it in transport mode, flatbedded it to the service center. First-time EV owner, nobody told them about the 12V.
Box truck breakdown on Main St blocking a bus lane at rush hour. 26-footer, fully loaded. Sent the heavy-duty rig, hooked up and cleared the lane in under 20 minutes. Dispatch told us to send a beer.
T-bone on Jamaica Ave near the E train. NYPD on scene. We secured the vehicle, handled insurance paperwork through the body shop, billed carrier direct. Driver didn't pay a dime out of pocket.
Ducati Panigale laid down on Beach Channel Drive. Brought the flatbed with proper wheel chocks and soft tie-downs. Owner was relieved — last company that towed his bike chained it and chipped the fairing.
Audi A4 dead in a co-op garage on Queens Blvd. Could've been a $200 tow — ran the battery test on scene, alternator was fine, just a dead battery. Jumped it, told her to drive home and charge it. $75.
Call at 2:47am — Honda Accord blown head gasket on 82nd and Roosevelt. Gridlock even at 3am. Wheel-lifted to the guy's mechanic on Northern Blvd. Quote was $120, that's what he paid.
Driver ran out of gas on Broadway and 82nd — told us the light had been on 40 miles. Two gallons delivered, told him about fuel pump sediment so he doesn't do it again. $75 beats a $900 pump.
Kid locked his mom's keys in the car in the 7 train lot near Citi Field. Opened it in under a minute, damage-free. Mom texted us the next day thanking us for not judging.
BQE shoulder, rush hour, dad trying to change a tire with two kids in the back. We pulled up behind him with lights, changed the tire ourselves. $75. Told him next time just stay in the car and call.
Civic with a seized engine on Myrtle Ave. Standard FWD wheel-lift tow to a shop on Fresh Pond Rd. $99 flat, home in 20 minutes.
Fleet van overheated in the Maspeth IBZ. Commercial account — billed to their Net-30. Flatbedded to their preferred shop. Fleet manager had the van back in service before the next shift.
Lowered WRX in a co-op driveway on Skillman Ave. Standard flatbed couldn't clear — sent the low-angle ramp rig. Owner said three other companies refused the job.
X5 blew a turbo on Bell Blvd. Owner wanted it at his dealer in Commack, Long Island — 28 miles. Flatbed transport, one flat quote for the round trip. No deadhead surprise.
Sunday 4am call — flooded engine after a Cross Island run in storm water. Wheel-lifted to his garage. Same price as a Tuesday afternoon. He was ready to pay a holiday surcharge — we don't have one.
Harley Road King with a dead stator on 30th Ave. Flatbed with soft-ties, no frame contact. Rider had seen enough tow companies ruin bikes — asked us to explain our rigging before he agreed. Walked him through it.
Midnight transmission failure on the Pulaski Bridge exit. Sent out the closest flatbed. Driver was shaken up — we got him clear of traffic first, then hooked up. Pickup to drop took 32 minutes.
Lexus RX in the Lefferts Blvd parking lot near the E/F station. Battery dead — but also an illuminated dash warning. Checked the alternator on scene, caught the issue. Saved him a second breakdown down the road.
New Tesla Model Y with a popped tire on 63rd Drive. Owner called three companies — first two said they'd wheel-lift it. We showed up with the flatbed like Tesla's manual requires. He saved the number.
Rear-end on Cooper Ave. Other driver's insurance agreed to pay. We secured the vehicle, coordinated with the body shop in Middle Village, billed the carrier. Client's deductible handled.
SUV stuck in a sandy lot off Cross Bay Blvd after chasing a Frisbee. Winched it out in 5 minutes with no damage to the landscaping. Owner laughed harder than the kids did.
Mini Cooper S beached on sand off Beach 90th. Tourist didn't realize the beach wasn't a road. Winched back to asphalt, flatbedded to a detailer to get the sand out of the undercarriage.
Dad in a CRV with his dog inside, locked out near the Aqueduct. $75 flat, opened in 90 seconds, dog didn't even stop panting. He tipped cash.
JFK-adjacent, driver just flew in from Miami and his car in long-term parking wouldn't start. Towed to his mechanic in Jamaica, 4 miles. $99 flat. Welcome home.
Ran dry on Atlantic Ave at 11pm. Gas light had been on since Brooklyn. Delivered 2 gallons, sent him to the Shell on Lefferts. Told him about the fuel pump sediment issue — he now fills at half tank.
Church bus broke down after a Sunday service on Linden Blvd. 40 people needed rides first, bus second. Sent out heavy-duty, coordinated an alternate van, towed bus to the mechanic. Pastor sends us Christmas cards.
After-hours breakdown on Hollis Ave. Teenager's first car, his first breakdown. Walked him through what was wrong, towed to his dad's mechanic, gave him a card. Three months later he called us for his buddy's tow too.
Classic 1968 Camaro needed transport to a Linden Blvd restorer. Classic car owner had trust issues — gave him our operator's cell so he could check in during transit. Delivered spotless.
Minivan dead in a driveway on 225th St. Elderly customer, had been stuck for 2 hours. Came out, jumped it, charged the battery from the alternator run. $75. She baked us a cake the next week.
Summer-house owner had a car stranded at the Breezy gate. Towed it back to his Manhattan garage — long haul but one flat price, no deadhead upcharge. He said every other company tried to double-bill the return.
Text us your location and what you need — flat quote back in under a minute.
30 questions Queens drivers ask before calling a tow truck.
Everything from pricing to Teslas to out-of-state tows. If your question isn't here, text us — we'd rather answer it upfront than argue about it on the shoulder of the BQE.
How much does a tow cost in Queens?
Local tows start at $99/hr. Emergency $199/hr. Flatbed $299/hr. Heavy-duty and long-distance quoted by the job. See pricing.
How fast can you get here?
24/7, closest available truck rolls when you text. Time on scene depends on your neighborhood, traffic, and weather — we give a real number when you call, not a fake promise.
Do you tow Teslas and EVs?
Yes — flatbed only. Required by every EV manufacturer manual. No wheel-lift, ever.
Do you tow motorcycles?
Yes. Motorcycle towing with flatbed and proper wheel chocks. No chains on the frame, ever.
Do you tow heavy trucks and RVs?
Yes — heavy-duty towing. Box trucks, buses, tractor-trailers, RVs, anything 10,000+ lbs.
Are you open 24/7?
Yes. 24 hour towing every day of the year. Same pricing around the clock, no overnight or weekend surcharges.
Do you serve all of Queens?
Every neighborhood, every zip code, plus Brooklyn and Nassau border towns. 115 service areas total.
Do you take credit cards?
Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover. Cash and Zelle too. Payment happens at the truck, after the tow is done.
Do you take insurance?
For accident recovery we can bill most major insurance directly. For routine breakdowns, most insurance wants you to pay and submit for reimbursement.
What if my car won't shift into neutral?
That's what dolly and flatbed tows are for. Tell us when you call so we bring the right rig.
What should I do while waiting for the truck?
Hazards on, pull as far right as possible, stay in the car with your seatbelt on if traffic is moving. Do not stand on the shoulder of a highway.
Do you handle accident scenes?
Yes — accident recovery. We coordinate with NYPD if needed and can bill most insurers directly.
Can you tow my car to my mechanic?
Yes. Your mechanic, your driveway, a dealer, a body shop — wherever you want it, within quoted mileage. Tell us the drop address when you text.
How far will you tow?
Local Queens tows included in the base rate. For long-distance to Long Island, NJ, CT, or PA, we quote by the mile.
Do you charge extra at night or on holidays?
No. Same flat rate 3am Sunday or 3pm Tuesday. No surprise surcharges.
Do you tow out of state?
Yes. Auto transport and long-distance towing to NJ, CT, PA, MA, and beyond. Open or enclosed trailer available.
Can you unlock my car?
Yes — lockout service is $75 flat. Damage-free entry on all makes, including electronic smart keys.
Do you jump start dead batteries?
Yes — jump start service is $75 flat. Includes a quick battery and alternator check so you don't get stranded again a mile later.
Do I need to be with my car?
For a standard tow, yes — we need you to sign the release. For pre-scheduled pickups (auction cars, dealer transfers), we can arrange remote authorization.
Do you tow lowered cars?
Yes — flatbed with low-angle ramps. Tell us how low when you call so we send the right rig.
Do you tow AWD cars?
Always flatbed for AWD. All four wheels off the ground or you damage the drivetrain. No exceptions.
Can you help if I'm out of gas?
Yes — fuel delivery is $75. We bring 2–3 gallons to get you to the station.
Do you tow from parking garages?
Yes, within clearance limits. Tell us the garage name and the level when you call — some low-clearance garages need a specific rig.
What if I'm stuck off-road?
Winching and recovery for snow, mud, ditches, off-road. Starts at $150, quoted on the call.
Do you tow exotic cars?
Yes — exotic car towing with soft-tie straps only. Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, Rolls-Royce, whatever it is.
Do you do commercial fleet accounts?
Yes — commercial towing with Net-30 invoicing for fleet accounts. Call to set up.
Can you deliver to a dealership?
Yes. Auto transport handles dealer deliveries, private sales, auction pickups, and relocations.
What's the difference between dolly and flatbed?
Dolly lifts two wheels. Flatbed lifts all four. Flatbed is mandatory for EVs, AWD, and lowered cars.
Can you help with a flat tire?
Yes — roadside tire change if your spare is good. If not, we tow you to a tire shop. $75 for the tire change.
How do I get a real quote?
Text (347) 437-0185 with your location, vehicle, and where it's going. You'll have a flat number back in under a minute — no "estimated range" games.
Text us your location and what you need — flat quote back in under a minute.
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