Dial A Tow provides 24/7 MTA-approved towing in Modbury. Because Dial A Tow is based just a quick drive straight up North East Road from Greenacres, our fleet of over 60 tow trucks averages a 10-minute response time. Whether you need low-clearance underground carpark extraction at Westfield Tea Tree Plaza, a jump start after a late shift at Modbury Hospital, or rapid accident recovery at the McIntyre Road intersection, our dispatch team is on standby.
Specialised Towing for Modbury’s Retail & Healthcare Sector
Modbury is a high-density hub of shopping centres, medical facilities, and commercial precincts. Breaking down in these busy zones requires specialised, precision equipment that standard highway tow trucks simply cannot provide.
- Carpark Recovery Units: Broken down in the underground or multi-storey parking facilities at Westfield Tea Tree Plaza? We operate custom low-clearance extraction units specifically designed to safely retrieve your car from tight retail basements.
- Healthcare & Shift Worker Support: Stranded after a long night shift? We provide priority 24/7 towing and roadside assistance for medical staff and patients around the Modbury Hospital precinct on Smart Road.
- Commercial Delivery Fleet Support: Fast turnaround towing to get broken-down courier vans and light rigid delivery trucks out of busy retail loading zones and straight to the mechanic.




Rapid Accident & Breakdown Towing in Peak Commuter Traffic
North East Road is one of Adelaide’s most heavily congested commuter arteries. Breaking down or having an accident at major intersections, like the junctions at Smart Road or Golden Grove Road, causes immediate and stressful traffic bottlenecks. Because Dial A Tow is based just minutes down the hill, our highly trained dispatch team can reach you swiftly.
- Emergency Accident Recovery: We offer priority rapid deployment to safely extract your vehicle from high-traffic commuter lanes, swiftly clearing blocked intersections and preventing further gridlock.
- Everyday Breakdown Assistance: Engine fault on the school run or a blown tyre on your way to work? We provide rapid roadside assistance for jump starts and tyre changes, or standard tilt-tray towing to get your car towing home securely.
- Interchange & Park ‘n’ Ride Towing: Safe extraction and transport from crowded public transport hubs, including the Tea Tree Plaza O-Bahn Interchange.
Our Towing Modbury Services
Modbury’s unique mix of massive shopping complexes, major commuter roads, and dense residential streets requires highly adaptable towing solutions. We have tailored our core services to meet the exact demands of this major north-eastern hub.
- Prestige Vehicle Transport: Need a luxury or classic vehicle safely transported from your Modbury home or a local showroom? We deliver superior, fully-insured care to keep prestige cars perfectly secure in heavy traffic.
- Motorbike Towing: Stranded on your ride to the O-Bahn interchange? Our custom-designed motorbike recovery vehicles are built to safely load and transport your bike without the risk of strapping damage.
- Tilt Truck Towing: Perfect for clearing stranded family SUVs or commuter sedans from major thoroughfares like Reservoir Road. Our modern fleet of tilt trays ensures fast, damage-free transport straight to your driveway.
- Tight Access Towing: Stuck in a tricky residential driveway in Modbury Heights or a crowded alleyway behind local retail strips? Our specialists use purpose-built recovery vehicles to extract cars from restricted suburban spaces.
- Towing or Recovering the Unusual: Running a community event at Civic Park? We have the extreme recovery expertise to safely shift oversized staging, food trucks, or custom promotional setups into and out of the area.
- Emergency Accident Recovery: A rush-hour collision on North East Road demands immediate action. We provide rapid deployment to clear busy intersections swiftly and perform comprehensive scene clean-ups.
- Heavy Machinery Towing: From delivering scissor lifts for retail renovations at Tea Tree Plaza to shifting small excavators for local residential landscaping, our low-loaders safely handle suburban plant transport.
- Truck Towing: A broken-down delivery truck supplying the local homemaker centres causes major logistical headaches. We provide rapid breakdown recovery for rigid trucks and commercial vehicles servicing Modbury.
- Transportable Buildings: Need a site office delivered to a local North East development? Our skilled operators safely manoeuvre transportable buildings through busy commercial and residential streetscapes.
- Transport Boats & Caravans: Storing a recreational vehicle at your property? Trust our specialised units to safely relocate your boat or caravan through the suburban streets and out to your favourite holiday destination.
- Roadside Assistance: Finished a massive day of shopping at TTP or a late shift at the hospital to find a flat battery? Our 24/7 rapid response units will get your car started quickly so you can head home.
Why Choose Dial A Tow for Modbury?
Decades of Local Experience
As a family-owned Adelaide business established on 31st March 1987, we bring nearly 40 years of local expertise to every north-eastern breakdown and accident.
MTA Approved Authority
Dial A Tow is proudly approved by the Motor Trade Association of SA Inc. (MTA SA), providing verifiable industry accreditation you can trust.
Call Centre Services
Our dispatch centre is so reputable that we supply 24/7 call centre services for several other major roadside service providers.
Massive Specialised Fleet
With over 60 tow trucks, including standard tilt trays, highly specialised low-clearance carpark units, and heavy haulage trucks, we always send the exact right vehicle for the job.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How quickly can a tow truck reach Modbury?
Because Dial A Tow’s main depot in Greenacres is just a short, direct drive straight up North East Road, we can usually have a tow truck dispatched to the Modbury area within 10 minutes. We highly prioritise vehicles stuck in peak hour traffic.
Can you tow my car out of the Tea Tree Plaza multi-storey carparks?
Absolutely. We operate a fleet of highly specialised low-clearance carpark recovery units. These trucks are specifically built to clear height restrictions in shopping centre basements and safely extract your vehicle.
Are you available late at night for Modbury Hospital shift workers?
Yes, our dispatch centre and fleet operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you finish a late medical shift or are discharged from the hospital and find your car won’t start, we are always on call to provide jump starts or towing.
Do you provide towing during rush hour on North East Road?
Yes. We understand that breaking down in peak commuter traffic is both stressful and dangerous. We prioritise emergency dispatch for vehicles blocking major intersections to get you to safety as fast as possible.
CONTACT US
Dial-a-Tow is an Adelaide based towing company operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We are happy to take your calls and queries.
Phone: (08) 82 66 2222
Fax: (08) 82 66 3980
E-mail: bookings@dialatow.net.au
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