Light-Duty Towing in Peoria, Illinois

Light-duty towing typically involves standard passenger vehicles like sedans, SUVs, motorcycles, and small trucks. It’s different from medium or heavy-duty towing, which handles larger commercial or industrial vehicles. At Dependable Towing & Recovery, our fleet is optimized to tow these vehicles safely without causing damage, ensuring prompt and secure transport across Peoria.

When done improperly, towing can damage your suspension, bumpers, or transmission. However, Dependable Towing uses modern wheel-lift and flatbed trucks and trained operators to protect your vehicle from harm. We follow manufacturer guidelines for each tow type to ensure your vehicle stays in excellent condition during transport.

Stay safe—move your vehicle to a shoulder or safe area if possible. Turn on hazard lights and stay inside the vehicle unless it's unsafe to do so. If you’re in a high-traffic area, avoid standing near the road. Our dispatcher will keep you informed, and our uniformed drivers are easy to identify when they arrive.

Yes. Roadside assistance includes services like jump-starts, flat tire changes, fuel delivery, and lockouts. Towing is needed when the vehicle is not drivable. Our team can assess your situation and offer the appropriate service—sometimes you can avoid a tow altogether with a quick roadside fix.

Absolutely. We tow your vehicle to the destination of your choice—whether that’s your home, trusted mechanic, dealership, or collision center. Just provide the address during your service call. If you don’t know where to take it, we can recommend local shops we’ve partnered with.

Yes, we work with most major auto insurers, motor clubs, and roadside assistance programs. If your policy includes towing, we’ll help streamline the process and provide invoices or documentation you may need for reimbursement. Just ask, and we’ll guide you through it.

Towing prices vary based on distance, time of day, and service complexity. Our rates are highly competitive and transparent. Local light-duty tows generally start at a flat base rate, with additional mileage charges. We’ll always provide an upfront estimate before dispatching a driver.

We operate in all weather conditions and on every major holiday. Dependable Towing is built on reliability. Our drivers are equipped with the gear and know-how to handle rain, snow, ice, or heat—ensuring your vehicle is transported safely regardless of the conditions.

Yes, in most cases we allow one passenger to ride along, depending on space in the tow truck and current safety protocols. Be sure to confirm with our dispatcher. We make sure you're not left stranded while your car is in transit.

Yes—remove all valuables and personal belongings, disable the alarm if possible, and place the car in neutral if drivable. If the car is damaged, take photos for insurance purposes. Let our driver know of any quirks or mechanical issues so they can adjust their approach accordingly.