Breakdown Towing Christchurch & North Canterbury
Broken down and need a tow truck fast?
Ashley’s Tow Taxi provides breakdown towing across Christchurch, Rangiora, Kaiapoi and North Canterbury. Call 0800 869 829 and we’ll get a tow truck to you as soon as possible.
Fast local breakdown towing
Ashley’s Tow Taxi helps drivers who have broken down across Christchurch, Rangiora, Kaiapoi and North Canterbury. We can tow your car to your mechanic, home, workshop or another safe location.
We’re AA Roadservice Contractors, so if you’re an AA member your tow may be covered. Call us first and we’ll help sort the next step.
If you’re stranded on the side of the road
Try not to stop on a corner or near the brow of a hill
Park as far to the left as you can.
Turn on your hazard lights, and if it’s safe to do so, open your bonnet
If it’s dark, raining or foggy, turn on your parking lights.
Stay in the vehicle if possible, sitting in the seats furthest from the traffic, with your seatbelts on.
Breakdown Towing FAQs
How much does a tow cost in Christchurch or North Canterbury?
The cost of a tow in Christchurch depends on where the vehicle is picked up, where it needs to go, and whether any extra work is needed. Most standard towing jobs around greater Christchurch and North Canterbury are typically between $150 and $250. If the job involves extra work, such as a vehicle stuck in park or difficult access, we’ll let you know before carrying out the work.
Do you tow AA members?
Yes. Ashley’s Tow Taxi are AA Roadservice Contractors. If you’re an AA member, your tow may be covered depending on your membership and situation. Call us first and we’ll help you work out the next step.
Can I ride with the tow truck?
In many cases, yes. Let us know when you book your tow and, where possible, you may be able to ride with the driver while your vehicle is being transported. This depends on seat availability, safety requirements and the type of job.
What happens if my car is stuck in park?
If your car is stuck in park, has locked steering, a flat battery, damaged wheels or cannot roll freely, we can usually still help. Let us know when you call so we can bring the right equipment and advise whether any extra work may be needed.
Do you tow to my mechanic or workshop?
Yes. We can tow your vehicle to your preferred mechanic, workshop, dealership, panel beater, home address or our secure storage yard. We regularly move vehicles for private customers, workshops, insurers and businesses.
Do you cover Rangiora and Kaiapoi?
Yes. Ashley’s Tow Taxi provides breakdown towing and vehicle transport across Rangiora, Kaiapoi, Christchurch and North Canterbury, including nearby areas such as Woodend, Tuahiwi, Belfast, Amberley, Oxford and surrounding Canterbury locations.