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Transparent Towing Pricing

Upfront Quotes – No Hidden Fees – Fair Pricing for All Services

Our Pricing Promise

We quote the total price before we dispatch. What we quote is what you pay. No surprise fees when we arrive. No hidden charges on the invoice. Transparent pricing is basic respect, but surprisingly rare in the towing industry.

Standard Towing Rates

Local Towing (under 15km)

$99 - $150

Includes dispatch, loading, transport up to 15km, and unloading. Most Townsville tows fall into this range.

Emergency Towing

$120 - $180

Priority dispatch for urgent/dangerous situations. Includes everything in standard towing plus emergency response premium.

Accident Recovery

$120 - $250

Includes scene management, documentation, and transport. May require flatbed for damaged vehicles.

Heavy Vehicle Towing

$150 - $300+

Commercial vehicles and equipment up to 4.5 tonnes. Price varies with vehicle weight and distance.

Flatbed Towing

+$30 - $70

Required for AWD, low-clearance, luxury vehicles, and motorcycles. Add to base towing rate.

Distance Charges

$2 - $3 per km

For distances beyond the included 10-15km. Quoted upfront based on total distance.

Roadside Assistance Pricing

Battery Jump Start

$70 - $100

Includes arrival, jump start, and battery/alternator testing.

Tire Change

$70 - $90

Includes arrival and installation of your spare tire.

Lockout Service

$80 - $120

Includes arrival and non-destructive entry to your vehicle.

Fuel Delivery

$90 - $120 + fuel cost

Includes arrival and 5-10 litres of petrol or diesel.

Winching/Recovery

$120 - $250+

Vehicle extraction from mud, sand, or ditches. Complex recoveries cost more.

Motorcycle Towing

$70 - $130

Specialized motorcycle transport with proper equipment.

Additional Fees & Surcharges

After-Hours Service ($30-$50)

Applies to emergency calls outside business hours: weeknights after 6pm and before 7am, all day Saturday and Sunday, public holidays. Not all services charge after-hours fees – we quote total price upfront.

Waiting Time ($30-$50)

If the truck arrives and you're not present or not ready, some companies charge waiting time. Be ready when we arrive to avoid this.

Credit Card Processing (2-3%)

Small surcharge for credit/debit card payments. Cash payments avoid this fee. We disclose this before accepting payment.

What Affects Your Towing Cost?

Insurance Coverage

Many comprehensive car insurance policies include towing coverage:

Check your policy or call your insurer. We can often bill insurance companies directly if you're covered.

Regional Towing Pricing

Towing to/from regional locations costs more due to distance and return travel:

Regional towing is quoted individually based on exact locations and vehicle type.

Business & Fleet Accounts

We offer special rates and invoice billing for businesses with regular towing needs. Contact us to discuss volume pricing and account setup.

No Hidden Fees

Some towing companies make money on fees they don't mention upfront. We don't do that. We won't charge you for:

The price we quote is the price you pay. If additional work is needed on-site, we'll tell you the cost and get your approval before proceeding.

Get Your Quote

Call us for transparent pricing on any towing service in Townsville

📞 Call for Quote: 0451 252 501