Accident Towing in Dallas, TX

What Is Accident Towing?

Accident towing is moving a car that cannot be driven after a crash. The car may have a bent wheel, a leaking radiator, broken glass or airbags that went off. We load it onto a flatbed, sweep up loose debris from the car, and take it where you want it to go.

In Texas, you have the right to choose your own tow company after a crash in most cases. If police need the road cleared fast, they may call a rotation tow. If you have time, call us and tell the officer Towvana is on the way.

Signs Your Car Needs a Tow After a Wreck

• Fluid is leaking under the car
• A wheel is bent, pushed back or will not turn
• Headlights or taillights are broken and it is dark
• Airbags went off
• The hood will not close or the bumper is dragging
• Warning lights came on or the engine shut off
• You feel shaken and should not drive

Accident Towing Options

Most wrecked cars go on a flatbed, so the damage does not get worse on the way. See Flatbed Towing for how that works. If the crash left you in a ditch or off the road, we may need a Winch Out first. For EVs in a crash, we follow the steps on our EV Towing page. Motorcycles go through Motorcycle Towing. If it happens on a highway at night, our Emergency Towing line is the same number.

Crashes on North Texas Roads

The roads near our eight locations see a lot of wrecks. LBJ Freeway near the Dallas North Tollway, I-635 through Garland and Mesquite, I-30 east of downtown and US-380 through Princeton all carry heavy traffic at high speeds. Merges and lane drops cause many rear-end crashes.

Weather adds risk. The first rain after a dry spell leaves oil on the road and makes it slick. Hail storms crack windshields in seconds. Ice on bridges and overpasses causes chain crashes in winter. In each case, a fast tow clears the lane and keeps you safer.

What to Do After a Wreck

1. Check for injuries and call 911 if anyone is hurt.
2. If the car can move and it is safe, pull to the shoulder. Turn on hazard lights.
3. Take photos of all cars, plates, damage and the road.
4. Trade names, phone numbers and insurance details with the other driver.
5. Call Towvana at (972) 362-9222 and tell us where you are and where the car should go.
6. Call your insurance company to open a claim.

What to Expect When We Arrive

1. The driver checks that police are done with the car.
2. We photograph the damage before we touch the car.
3. We load it onto the flatbed and secure it at the wheels.
4. We pick up loose parts from your car and put them in the trunk or on the deck.
5. We tow to the body shop, dealer, your home or storage, as you choose.

Grab your registration, insurance card, garage remote and any personal items before we leave. If the car goes to a shop, give the driver the key.

Accident Towing Cost

The cost depends on how far the car goes, how badly it is damaged and how much cleanup the scene needs. Cars that will not roll take more time to load. Many auto insurance policies cover towing after a crash. Ask your insurer, and call us for a quote.

Working With Your Insurance

We can tow to the shop your insurer picks or to one you trust. Keep your tow receipt. Your adjuster will ask for it. If you are not sure where to take the car yet, we can tow it to your home or hold it while you decide.

Why Drivers Choose Towvana After a Crash

We have trucks in Dallas, Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Richardson, Irving, Garland and Princeton, so help is often closer. We let you choose the drop-off, we give you a price before we move the car, and we document the damage before we load it.