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Tow Truck & Roadside Assistance in Chicago, IL
A live operator answers, your price is confirmed before anyone is sent, and help typically arrives in 30-45 minutes. Serving The Loop, River North, Lincoln Park, Wicker Park and all of Chicago.
- Price confirmed before we dispatch
- No membership. No hidden fees.
- Arrival typically 30-45 minutes
- A live operator answers your call
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Towing and roadside help in Chicago
Chicago winters are hard on cars, and the expressways are crowded all year. We help drivers with dead batteries on below-zero mornings, commuters stuck at the Circle Interchange, fans locked out after a Cubs game and travelers near O'Hare and Midway. RoadReady Tow covers Chicago from Rogers Park to Hyde Park.
Our Chicago drivers handle towing, jump starts, lockouts, flat tire changes, fuel delivery, winch-outs and mobile EV charging across Cook County. Towing starts at $150 plus $10 per mile, and your dispatcher confirms the total before anyone is sent.
Major roads we cover in Chicago
- I-90/94 (Dan Ryan and Kennedy expressways): The main north-south routes through the city.
- I-290 (Eisenhower Expressway): Runs west from the Loop toward the suburbs.
- I-55 (Stevenson Expressway): Runs southwest toward Midway Airport.
- Lake Shore Drive (US-41): Runs along Lake Michigan through the North and South sides.
- I-94 (Edens Expressway): Runs north toward the North Shore.
Where we help in Chicago
We serve The Loop, River North, Lincoln Park, Wicker Park, Logan Square, Lakeview, Hyde Park, Pilsen, Bronzeville, West Loop, Rogers Park, Bridgeport, South Loop, Andersonville and the rest of Cook County.
Common trouble spots in Chicago
- The Circle Interchange: Where the Dan Ryan, Kennedy and Eisenhower meet near the Loop. Very heavy traffic.
- Lake Shore Drive: No shoulders in many spots. Stay in the car with hazards on.
- Wrigleyville and River North at night: Lockouts and dead batteries after games and nights out.
Service area map
Chicago service area and nearby cities
We come to you anywhere in Chicago and the surrounding area. Tap a pin for the nearest city page.
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Nearby cities we serve
- Emergency towing in Naperville24 mi away · Downtown Naperville, Riverwalk, Naper Settlement area
- Tow truck in Joliet, IL30 mi away · Downtown Joliet, Cathedral Area, West Joliet
- Emergency towing in Aurora30 mi away · Downtown Aurora, Fox Valley, Far East Side
- Towing service in Rockford78 mi away · Downtown Rockford, Edgewater, Churchill's Grove
Chicago services
Chicago services and prices
Each one priced in plain numbers. On I-90/94 or I-290, tell us your direction and nearest exit.
How it works
Three steps. No surprises.
Nobody is dispatched until you know the price and the arrival window.
- STEP 1
Tell us what happened
Call, text or book online. Location, vehicle and a phone number is all we need.
- STEP 2
We confirm price and arrival
A dispatcher confirms your price and the arrival window, typically 30-45 minutes, before anyone is sent.
- STEP 3
Help arrives
A technician meets you at your location. You pay the price you agreed to.
Electric vehicles
Mobile EV charging and EV-safe flatbed towing in Chicago.
EVs need different handling, and a lot of roadside companies still do not plan for them. We do, from J1772 and CCS to Tesla/NACS.
- Mobile EV chargingEnough range to reach a charger. $175 flat.
- EV-safe flatbed towingAll four wheels off the road when charging is not the fix.
- 12V boosts for EVsA dead 12V battery can stop an EV from starting. We can boost it.
Weather and seasons in Chicago
Brutal cold snaps kill batteries and freeze locks, and lake-effect snow makes roads slick.
Summer heat and storms can flood viaducts and underpasses.
Big events and traffic in Chicago
Cubs games at Wrigley Field, Bears games at Soldier Field, Lollapalooza in Grant Park and conventions at McCormick Place bring heavy traffic.
Landmarks we serve near
O'Hare International Airport, Midway International Airport, Wrigley Field, Soldier Field, United Center, Guaranteed Rate Field, Navy Pier, McCormick Place, University of Chicago.
Chicago ZIP codes we cover
60290, 60601, 60602, 60603, 60604, 60605, 60606, 60607, 60608, 60609, 60610, 60611, 60612, 60613, 60614, 60615, 60616, 60617, 60618, 60619, 60620, 60621, 60622, 60623, 60624
Pricing
The number you see is the number we use.
A 10-mile tow is $150 + 10 × $10 = $250. Fuel delivery includes 3 gallons of fuel. Final price confirmed before we dispatch.
- Hook-up
- $150
- 10 mi × $10
- $100
- Estimated total
- $250
Final price confirmed before we dispatch.
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Towing in Chicago
Chicago towing FAQ
Can you jump my car when it is below zero?+
Yes. Cold is the top cause of dead batteries in Chicago. Book a jump start for $140, and we will tell you if the battery looks like it needs replacing.
Which Chicago neighborhoods and ZIP codes do you cover?+
We cover The Loop, River North, Lincoln Park, Wicker Park, Logan Square, Lakeview, Hyde Park and Pilsen and the rest of Chicago, including ZIP codes 60290, 60601, 60602, 60603, 60604 and 60605. If you are just outside the Chicago area, call and your dispatcher will tell you honestly whether a Chicago driver can reach you.
What should I tell dispatch if I break down on I-90/94 or I-290?+
Give us the road name, your direction and the nearest Chicago exit, mile marker or large sign on I-90/94 or I-290. On I-55, the closest cross street or landmark such as O'Hare International Airport helps a Chicago driver find you faster. If you cannot get well clear of I-90/94 traffic, stay buckled in with your hazards on.
How much does towing cost in Chicago?+
A flat $150 hook-up plus $10 per mile. A 10-mile tow in Chicago is $250. Your dispatcher confirms the final price before dispatch.
Do I need a membership for roadside assistance in Chicago?+
No. You pay per job, with no membership or contract.
Can I book a tow online in Chicago?+
Yes. Tap Book Online, tell us what you need and where you are, and a dispatcher confirms your price before anyone is sent.
Need help now?
Need a tow truck in Chicago?
A live operator answers. We confirm your price and arrival window, typically 30-45 minutes, before anyone is sent.
(954) 539-7718