Towing
Breakdown Towing in Vaughan & the GTA
Car broken down? MyTow offers breakdown towing assistance across Vaughan, Toronto and the GTA. Request help online. MyTow is a digital app where you can request a tow or roadside assistance in less than one minute.
Overview
Breakdown Towing: overview & benefits
Mechanical failures happen without warning. If a roadside fix won't get you moving, MyTow can tow your vehicle to the mechanic, dealership or address you choose.
Request breakdown towing in Vaughan, Toronto and the GTA through MyTow’s digital app in less than one minute. Share your vehicle and pickup details in one online request; dispatch confirms the service arrangements with you.
- Towing of non-running vehicles
- Delivery to your shop, dealer or home
- Option to try a battery boost first if that may be the issue
When You Need It
When to request breakdown towing
- 01
Engine stalls or won't turn over
- 02
Transmission, overheating or electrical failure
- 03
Dashboard warnings indicate it's unsafe to continue
Not quite your situation? You may need our emergency towing service or battery boost service instead.
How It Works
Request breakdown towing in less than one minute
This is the time to submit your request, not a truck arrival estimate. Arrival depends on your location, traffic and dispatch coverage.
- 1
Choose the service
Open MyTow’s digital app and select breakdown towing.
- 2
Share the details
Enter your pickup location, vehicle and, if needed, a destination.
- 3
Submit your request
Dispatch reviews it and confirms the details and pricing with you.
- 4
Get help
Follow your request in the MyTow app until the service is complete.
For the full request process, visit how MyTow works.
Breakdown Towing: vehicles & pricing
Vehicles & Equipment
Vehicles and equipment for breakdown towing
Most cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks.
The right truck or equipment depends on your vehicle and situation, so include the make, model and condition in your request.
Safety before breakdown towing
- Pull as far off the road as possible
- Use hazard lights and warning triangles if you have them
- Stay in the vehicle on high-speed roads unless it's unsafe
Roadside safety guidance for waiting near traffic.
Pricing Factors
What affects breakdown towing pricing?
- Hookup fee
- Distance travelled
- Vehicle type
- After-hours timing
Pricing is assessed for your situation. Share your pickup location, vehicle condition and destination where applicable, then ask about pricing before you agree to service. Review towing and roadside assistance pricing factors.
Service Areas
Breakdown Towing in Vaughan & nearby cities
MyTow accepts breakdown towing requests 24/7 from Vaughan, Toronto and surrounding GTA communities. Arrival times depend on location, traffic and dispatch coverage.
Not sure we cover your location?
Call dispatch any time and we'll confirm availability.
(647) 633-8885Related Services
Other services you may need
If breakdown towing is not the right fit, explore these towing, roadside assistance and vehicle transport options through MyTow’s digital app.
Emergency Towing
Stranded and need a tow now? Request one day or night across the GTA.
Explore Service: Emergency Towing
Battery Boost
Dead battery? Get a jump start wherever you are.
Explore Service: Battery BoostFlatbed Towing
All four wheels off the road — ideal for AWD, lowered and damaged vehicles.
Explore Service: Flatbed TowingRoadside Assistance
Boosts, tire changes, lockouts and fuel — fixes that get you moving again.
Explore Service: Roadside Assistance
Resources
Helpful guides & roadside tips
FAQ
Breakdown Towing questions
Answers about requesting breakdown towing online, local coverage, vehicle requirements and pricing.
Should I try a roadside fix before requesting a tow?
If the problem is a dead battery, flat tire, lockout or empty tank, a roadside service may get you moving. For engine, transmission or other mechanical problems, a tow is usually the safer choice.
How do I request breakdown towing?
Open MyTow's digital app at https://app.mytow.ca/request, select breakdown towing, and enter your pickup location and vehicle details. You can submit your request in less than one minute. This is the time to submit your request, not a truck arrival estimate. Arrival depends on your location, traffic and dispatch coverage. You can also call dispatch at (647) 633-8885.
Do you offer breakdown towing in Toronto and other GTA cities?
Yes. MyTow accepts requests from Vaughan, Toronto and GTA communities including Richmond Hill, Markham, Mississauga, Brampton, Oakville, Burlington, Pickering, Ajax, Whitby and Oshawa. Call dispatch to confirm coverage for your exact location.
How much does breakdown towing cost?
Pricing is assessed for your situation, including distance, vehicle type and condition, and pickup conditions. Ask about pricing before you agree to service.
Is breakdown towing available at night and on weekends?
Requests are accepted 24/7, including nights, weekends and holidays. Arrival times depend on your location, traffic and dispatch coverage.
What information should I have ready?
Your exact location or nearest cross-street, the vehicle make, model and colour, what happened, and a destination if the vehicle needs to be moved.
Can the tow go straight to my dealership?
Yes. Enter your dealership or mechanic as the drop-off location. Check their after-hours drop-off rules first.
Does requesting breakdown towing in less than one minute mean help arrives that quickly?
This is the time to submit your request, not a truck arrival estimate. Arrival depends on your location, traffic and dispatch coverage.