Company Profile
Ashley’s Tow Taxi: Your Premier Towing Partner
North Canterbury and Christchurch
At Ashley’s, we understand that a tow is often more than just moving a vehicle; it’s about providing support and peace of mind when it’s needed most.
For over 30 years, we have proudly served North Canterbury and the wider Christchurch region, delivering swift, professional, and entirely hassle-free towing solutions for workshops, dealerships, insurers, and private motorists alike.
Since 2020, under the dedicated ownership and operation of David and Nic Thompson, Ashley’s Tow Taxi has solidified its reputation for unparalleled care, unwavering integrity, and a commitment to doing things right – the first time, every time. Our mission is clear and unwavering: to provide safe, reliable, and professional towing services with an absolute focus on customer care.
What Sets Us Apart:
It’s about people, not just cars: We believe in looking after people, not just vehicles. Every interaction is an opportunity to help.
We treat every vehicle as if we own it: We handle each car, classic, or commercial vehicle with the respect meticulous care, as if it were our own prized possession.
You’re our priority: From the moment you call, you become our most important customer, receiving our full attention and dedicated service.
We take a lot of pride in what we do: Whether towing or admin, we approach every task with professionalism and a commitment to doing the best possible job.
Our Core Values: Professionalism, Integrity, Service and Safety
We've built our service on a foundation of core values that ensure a superior experience for all:
Professionalism: Our fully trained operators, coupled with our modern, meticulously maintained fleet and custom-built job management system ensure that every job is handled with precision, speed, and accuracy.
Integrity: We keep our promises. Expect transparent quotes, honest communication, and complete accountability – no surprises, no excuses. We are committed to earning your trust with every service.
Customer Service: We respect the professionalism of your own business by treating your customers with the same respect and care you would; enhancing your reputation with every interaction.
Safety First: Safety is central to every aspect of our operations. From our worksite safety protocols to our rigorous and regular fleet inspections, we ensure the safety and security of everyone involved. There are no shortcuts.
Our Expertise: Comprehensive Towing & Roadside Solutions
Ashley’s Tow Taxi offers a full spectrum of towing and roadside assistance services:
Accident & breakdown recovery: swift, compassionate, and reliable response when unforeseen circumstances strike – we are your dependable partner when it matters most.
Fleet & commercial towing: specialised services designed to minimise downtime for businesses, ensuring your commercial vehicles are back on the road promptly and safely.
Workshop & dealership transfers: secure, damage-free transport for vehicles moving between service centres, panel beaters, and showrooms, handled with professional care.
Roadside assistance: fast, friendly, and efficient help for common issues like jump-starts, lockouts, emergency fuel delivery, and flat tyre changes.
Classic car towing: trusted by the discerning car community for over three decades, we provide specialist handling and transport for classic, vintage, and collector vehicles, ensuring their pristine condition is maintained.
Secure storage: monitored, secure vehicle storage solutions offering complete peace of mind when short-term or long-term secure holding is required.
Our Fleet: Equipped for Any Challenge
Our fleet of modern slide-deck trucks are designed to safely and efficiently transport the vast majority of private cars and light commercial vehicles operable on a standard car license, up to 4 tonnes in weight. This includes the big American pick ups and long-wheelbase vans (like Ford Transits).
In addition to standard towing equipment, we use custom-built dollies, which means we can easily handle vehicles with locked steering, stuck transmissions, or other complex challenges – safely and efficiently, without the need for costly under-lift trucks.
We regularly inspect all our equipment to ensure it’s safe and fully functional, and we have a policy of replacing tie-down strops as soon as they get dirty, frayed or cut to minimise the risk of strops failing or damaging cars.
Our Team: The Right People for the Job
We currently have two full-time drivers plus a number of relief drivers. All of our drivers are Police checked, hold clean Class 2 Licenses at the minimum plus a current V (Vehicle Recovery) Endorsement. We’re all fully trained and follow strict Operating Protocols that include: road safety and courtesy, site assessment, loading and unloading and vehicle management.
Location
Our Yard is located in Tuahiwi, between Rangiora and Woodend. This means we’re less than 15 minutes from Rangiora, Kaiapoi, Woodend, Amberley and Belfast; yet less than 30 minutes from metropolitan Christchurch.
Operating Hours
Monday to Friday: 7.00 am to 7.00 pm
Saturday: 9.00 am to 5.00 pm
Sundays: By arrangement
Street and postal address
374 Tuahiwi Road
RD1 Kaiapoi 7691
Contact Details
Main Phone: 021 317 765
Owner (David): 027 603 0387
Email: admin@towtaxi.co.nz
Company Details:
Company Name: Thompson Towing Ltd, trading as Ashley’s Tow Taxi
NZBN: 9429048515306
Our Commitment to You:
We keep our promises: Expect clarity and consistency – no surprises, no excuses.
Our pricing is fair, competitive and transparent: We deliver good value without compromising on quality or service.
We protect your reputation: We act as an extension of your business, treating your customers with the utmost respect and professionalism.
If something’s not right, we fix it – fast: Your satisfaction is our priority, so if there’s a problem, we’ll sort it out.
We take care of everything: From the initial call to the final drop-off, we manage every detail, ensuring a seamless experience for customers and suppliers alike.
Ashley’s Tow Taxi – We take care of everything.