Towing and Roadside Assistance in South Africa

When a car stops, the first decision is safety. Get the vehicle off the roadway if you can, switch on hazards, and stand well away from traffic behind the barrier. Roadside assistance covers the quick fixes, such as a jump start, a wheel change, unlocking a car with the keys inside, or delivering enough fuel to reach a filling station. Towing is priced on distance, vehicle size and the time of day, with after hours and public holidays costing more. Insist on a flatbed for all wheel drive vehicles, low vehicles and cars with gearbox or drivetrain damage, because a wheel lift tow can cause expensive further damage. After an accident, you are entitled to choose your own tow operator and your own repairer, and you should not sign a blank authority form at the scene. Agree the price and the destination before the car is loaded, and ask for a written invoice with the operator's details.