Drive1 Towing
Drive1 Towing flatbed loaded with an SUV at night in Wairau Valley, Auckland.
Greater Auckland · 24/7 dispatch

On your worst day we show up, and we take care of your car.

Drive1 Towing is a locally owned and operated towing and vehicle transport service across the Greater Auckland region. Our manager Ray brings over 10 years as an Auckland driving instructor — we genuinely understand cars, drivers, and the road.

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  • 24/7 emergency dispatch
  • Lie-flat flatbed handling
  • Out-of-Auckland transport by appointment
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What we do

Towing & vehicle transport, end to end

From everyday breakdowns to lowered prestige vehicles, we cover the full range of towing and vehicle transport across the Greater Auckland region.

  • 01 24/7

    Emergency Towing

    When a breakdown or accident leaves you stranded, we move quickly across Greater Auckland to get your vehicle off the road and onto our flatbed.

    • Direct dispatch from Wairau Valley
    • Cars, SUVs, vans, low cars
    • Safe, careful, single-vehicle handling
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  • 02 Lie-flat

    Flatbed / Low Vehicle Towing

    Our lie-flat flatbed is built for low-clearance, lowered, sports and prestige vehicles. The deck drops fully so we never scrape your splitter or bumper.

    • Lowered cars & sports cars
    • Prestige & EV-friendly handling
    • Soft straps, no chassis tie-downs
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  • 03 Roadside

    Breakdown Recovery

    Stuck on the motorway, in a carpark, or outside the workshop? We meet you on site, assess the situation, and either help you get moving or relocate the car to your chosen mechanic.

    • Motorways, suburbs, carparks
    • Direct delivery to your repairer
    • Fast and calm under pressure
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  • 04 Sensitive

    Accident Recovery

    We work alongside drivers, police and insurers after a crash to recover damaged vehicles cleanly and minimise further damage during transport.

    • Police / insurance friendly
    • Damage-aware loading
    • Stress-light approach for drivers
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  • 05 Out of city

    Vehicle Transport · By Appointment

    Pre-booked transport for purchases, deliveries, relocations and out-of-Auckland moves. Tell us the pickup, drop-off and time window — we plan the run end-to-end.

    • Auckland-wide & out-of-city
    • Car sales / inter-city moves
    • Scheduled, planned, no surprises
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  • 06 Quick fix

    Roadside Assistance

    Flat battery, lockout, mechanical glitch — sometimes you don't need a tow, you need someone calm to show up and help you decide what to do next.

    • Battery / jump-start support
    • Mechanical first-look
    • Honest call on tow vs repair
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Vehicles we handle

From daily drivers to lowered prestige builds

Cars SUVs Vans Low cars Low-clearance vehicles Sports cars Lowered cars Prestige vehicles
Drive1 Towing flatbed transporting a Toyota Hiace under a bright Auckland sky.
10+ yrs
Auckland driver-training experience
About Drive1 Towing

Locally owned. Run by people who get cars.

Drive1 Towing Limited is a locally owned and operated towing and vehicle transport service proudly serving the Greater Auckland region. Built on reliability, professionalism, and fast response times, we focus on getting you and your vehicle where you need to be — safely and efficiently.

Our manager Ray brings over 10 years of experience as a driving instructor in Auckland. With a deep understanding of vehicles and road safety, he leads our team with a strong focus on care, precision, and professionalism.

We know that needing a tow is rarely planned. Whether it's a breakdown, an accident, or simply moving a vehicle, our team aims to make a stressful situation as smooth as possible — and we treat every vehicle as if it were our own.

  • Locally owned and operated
  • Greater Auckland coverage
  • Out-of-Auckland by appointment
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What happens when you call

From your call to your car arriving safely

  1. 01

    Talk to a real person

    Tell us where the vehicle is, what it is, and what's wrong. Ray or our team picks up directly — no long phone trees.

  2. 02

    Confirm a quote

    We give you a quote-based estimate factoring in distance, vehicle and timing. For accidents and insurance jobs we also walk you through the process.

  3. 03

    Dispatch

    24/7 dispatch across Greater Auckland. Out-of-Auckland vehicle transport leaves at your scheduled appointment.

  4. 04

    Safe delivery

    Lie-flat flatbed, soft straps, careful loading, and your car arrives at the workshop, yard or address you've chosen.

Where we work

Across the Greater Auckland region

We dispatch 24/7 from our Wairau Valley base across the following areas. Out-of-Auckland transport (Hamilton, Tauranga, Whangarei, Bay of Plenty, and beyond) is available by appointment.

Base

101-111 Diana Drive,
Wairau Valley, Auckland 0627

By appointment only — not a walk-in office

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Out of Auckland · By appointment

For purchases, deliveries and inter-city moves, send us pickup and drop-off addresses with a target time window.

Plan a transport
  • Wairau Valley
  • North Shore
  • Albany
  • Glenfield
  • Takapuna
  • Devonport
  • Browns Bay
  • Auckland CBD
  • Newmarket
  • Mount Eden
  • Onehunga
  • Penrose
  • Mt Wellington
  • Ellerslie
  • Henderson
  • New Lynn
  • Glen Eden
  • Te Atatu
  • West Harbour
  • Massey
  • Manukau
  • Otahuhu
  • East Tamaki
  • Pakuranga
  • Botany
  • Manurewa
  • Papakura
  • Drury
  • Pukekohe
From the road

Real trucks. Real jobs.

Every photo below is a real Drive1 Towing job — loading, securing and transporting cars across the Greater Auckland region.

Drive1 Towing flatbed loaded with an SUV at night in Wairau Valley, Auckland.
Flatbed tow truck with extended deck ready to load a vehicle in Auckland.
Drive1 Towing crew strapping a brown van to the flatbed kerbside in Auckland.
Silver Toyota Prius secured on the Drive1 Towing flatbed at night.
Drive1 Towing white branded flatbed transporting a Toyota van under blue Auckland sky.
Drive1 Towing flatbed loaded with a white work van against an Auckland skyline.
Drive1 Towing flatbed tilted to load a low-clearance Toyota van in Auckland.
Mazda hatchback secured on a flatbed tow truck outside an Auckland dealership at night.
FAQ

What people ask us most

These come up over and over again on the phone. If your question isn't here, the fastest way to get an answer is to call or text us.

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01 How much does towing cost in Auckland? +
We don't publish flat rates because every job is different. Pricing is quote-based and depends on distance, vehicle type, condition, where it's parked, and what we find on site. Call us with the details and we'll be straight with you about cost before we start work.
02 What information do you need for a quote? +
The quickest path to an accurate quote is: pickup address, drop-off address (if known), vehicle make/model/year, what's wrong (won't start, accident, flat battery, transport only), where it's parked, and how soon you need us. Photos sent by SMS or email help a lot.
03 Can you tow lowered cars and prestige vehicles? +
Yes. Our flatbed lies flat to the ground so we can load low-clearance, lowered, sports and prestige vehicles without scraping splitters or bumpers. We use soft straps and avoid chassis tie-downs. Tell us up front if your car is unusually low, has an aftermarket kit, or is an EV — we'll plan accordingly.
04 What if my car will not start, or cannot go into neutral? +
We can still load most non-running vehicles with our flatbed. If the vehicle can't be put into neutral, can't be steered, or can't be rolled, we may need extra time and equipment, or in tight spaces a different approach. Mention this on the form or by phone so we bring the right gear.
05 Can you tow from underground carparks or tight driveways? +
Often yes — but underground carparks and very tight access need to be assessed. Tell us the carpark name, ceiling height clearance if you know it, and any access restrictions. If a job is genuinely unsafe to attempt with a flatbed we'll tell you and suggest an alternative.
06 Do you tow accident-damaged cars? +
Yes. We work alongside drivers, police and insurers after a crash to recover damaged vehicles cleanly and minimise further damage during transport. If police or emergency services are at the scene, we follow their instructions.
07 Can you transport a car outside Auckland? +
Yes, by appointment. We arrange out-of-Auckland transport for purchases, deliveries and inter-city moves. Send us pickup, drop-off and a target time window and we'll plan the run end-to-end.
08 Do I need to be with the vehicle when you arrive? +
Not always. If we have your authorisation and the vehicle is accessible, we can pick it up and deliver it without you on site. For accident or insurance jobs, the requirements depend on your insurer — call us if you're not sure.
09 Do you speak Chinese? +
Yes. Drive1 Towing serves Auckland's Chinese community in 中文 as well as English — feel free to use the Chinese version of this site (中文) and we'll reply in the language you're comfortable with.
Anytime, day or night

Need a tow now? Call Ray directly.

24/7 dispatch across Greater Auckland. Out-of-Auckland vehicle transport is by appointment.

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