Towing
Emergency Towing in Vaughan & the GTA
Need emergency towing in Vaughan, Toronto or the GTA? Request 24/7 towing assistance online with MyTow or call dispatch. MyTow is a digital app where you can request a tow or roadside assistance in less than one minute.
Overview
Emergency Towing: overview & benefits
When your vehicle can't be driven and you need it moved, request emergency towing through MyTow's digital app — day, night, weekends and holidays.
Request emergency 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.
- Dispatch of a tow truck to your location
- Safe hookup and loading of your vehicle
- Transport to a shop, dealership, home or other destination you choose
When You Need It
When to request emergency towing
- 01
The vehicle won't start and roadside fixes haven't worked
- 02
Warning lights, smoke or noises make driving unsafe
- 03
You're stuck on a highway shoulder or in an unsafe spot
Not quite your situation? You may need our flatbed towing service or accident towing service instead.
How It Works
Request emergency 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 emergency 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.
Emergency Towing: vehicles & pricing
Vehicles & Equipment
Vehicles and equipment for emergency towing
Most passenger cars, SUVs and light trucks. Mention your vehicle type in the request so the right truck is dispatched.
The right truck or equipment depends on your vehicle and situation, so include the make, model and condition in your request.
Safety before emergency towing
- Turn on hazard lights and stay buckled in if you're on a busy highway
- Exit away from traffic only when it's safe
- Never stand between your vehicle and moving traffic
Roadside safety guidance for waiting near traffic.
Pricing Factors
What affects emergency towing pricing?
- Base hookup fee
- Distance from pickup to destination
- Time of day and urgency
- Vehicle size and condition
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
Emergency Towing in Vaughan & nearby cities
MyTow accepts emergency 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 emergency towing is not the right fit, explore these towing, roadside assistance and vehicle transport options through MyTow’s digital app.
Flatbed Towing
All four wheels off the road — ideal for AWD, lowered and damaged vehicles.
Explore Service: Flatbed Towing
Accident Towing
Towing after a collision to a shop, collision centre or your home.
Explore Service: Accident TowingBreakdown Towing
Engine, transmission or electrical failure? Get towed to your mechanic.
Explore Service: Breakdown TowingRoadside Assistance
Boosts, tire changes, lockouts and fuel — fixes that get you moving again.
Explore Service: Roadside Assistance
Resources
Helpful guides & roadside tips
FAQ
Emergency Towing questions
Answers about requesting emergency towing online, local coverage, vehicle requirements and pricing.
What should I do if my car stops on a highway?
Turn on your hazard lights, stay buckled in if traffic is close, and call 911 if anyone is hurt or you're in a dangerous spot. Exit away from traffic only when it's safe, then request a tow.
How is the towing destination chosen?
You choose it: a repair shop, dealership, your home or another address. Add it to your request so dispatch can plan the tow.
How do I request emergency towing?
Open MyTow's digital app at https://app.mytow.ca/request, select emergency 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 emergency 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 emergency 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 emergency 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 I request emergency towing at night?
Yes. MyTow accepts requests 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, subject to dispatch coverage at the time of your request.
What details should I have ready?
Your exact location, vehicle make and model, what happened, and where you want the vehicle taken.
Does requesting emergency 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.