Business Details
31 Years
experience
Emergency
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24/7 Emergency Towing & Recovery Services
Santa Fe Tow Service was founded on principles of hard work, customer care, and expertise cultivated over decades. Established by Jon Kupchin, who began his career at age 17 driving tow trucks for his family's body shop, the company has grown into a regional leader with over 80 trucks, 75 employees, and a 9,000-square-foot headquarters in Lenexa, Kansas. Our team operates under core values of respect, ethics, and teamwork, serving both individual and commercial clients across Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, and beyond. Certified by the Towing and Recovery Association of America and Wreckmaster, we maintain partnerships with law enforcement agencies including the Kansas Highway Patrol and Missouri Highway Patrol.With 24/7 emergency response capabilities and a fleet capable of handling vehicles up to 100,000 lbs, we combine advanced technology with personalized service. Our commitment to innovation is matched by our dedication to community, reflecting our founders belief that business success stems from treating every customer and employee with integrity. From light-duty roadside assistance to heavy-equipment transport, we deliver reliable solutions while maintaining the family-owned ethos established in 1963 by Jons parents at Santa Fe Body Shop.
Services
24 Hour Towing
Heavy Duty Towing
Commercial Towing
Roadside Assistance
Vehicle Recovery
RV Towing
Heavy Equipment Transport
Emergency Response
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We operate a fleet of 80+ GPS-equipped trucks for rapid response
- Our drivers hold TRAA and Wreckmaster certifications for specialized recovery
- 24/7 service covering 3 states with 8 strategically located facilities
- Established partnerships with state highway patrols and local law enforcement
- Family-owned business maintaining 60+ years of community trust
Associations and certifications
- Towing and Recovery Association of America (TRAA)
- Wreckmaster
What people say
24/7 availability
Professional drivers
Quick response
Reliable service
Certified experts
Services
24 Hour Towing
Our 24/7 emergency towing service responds to vehicle breakdowns at any hour across three states. With over 80 GPS-tracked trucks strategically positioned, we guarantee rapid response times for cars, trucks, and specialty vehicles. Our certified drivers use specialized equipment to safely transport vehicles of all sizes, from compact cars to commercial trucks.
Heavy Duty Towing
We handle large-scale towing operations for commercial vehicles and heavy equipment. Our fleet includes trucks capable of transporting vehicles weighing up to 100,000 pounds, including buses, semi-trucks, and construction equipment. Specialized rigging and lifting equipment ensures safe recovery of oversized or damaged vehicles from challenging locations.
Roadside Assistance
Our roadside assistance covers common vehicle emergencies like flat tires, dead batteries, and lockouts. Trained technicians provide fuel delivery, jump starts, and lockout services using specialized tools. We handle both personal and commercial vehicle emergencies with the same urgency and professional equipment.
Vehicle Recovery
We recover vehicles from difficult locations including ditches, embankments, and accident scenes. Our certified recovery specialists use advanced techniques and heavy-duty equipment to extract vehicles while minimizing damage. This service includes transport to repair facilities with specialized carriers for damaged vehicles.
Commercial Towing
Businesses rely on our commercial towing for fleet maintenance and emergency response. We transport commercial vehicles to service centers and recover disabled trucks from highways and job sites. Our services support logistics companies, construction firms, and transportation businesses with urgent vehicle recovery needs.
People
Jon Kupchin
Founder
Jon Kupchin began his career at 17 driving tow trucks for his family's body shop. He founded Santa Fe Tow Service based on principles of hard work and customer care. Under his leadership, the company grew from one truck to 80+ vehicles and 75 employees while maintaining family values.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We provide towing services across Missouri, Kansas, and Oklahoma including Kansas City, Joplin, Blue Springs, Lenexa, Overland Park, and Quapaw.
Are you available 24 hours?
Yes, our emergency towing service operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with immediate response capabilities.
What types of vehicles can you tow?
We handle cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs, buses, semi-trucks, and heavy equipment up to 100,000 pounds.
Do you work with law enforcement?
Yes, we partner with Kansas Highway Patrol, Missouri Highway Patrol, and local agencies for official towing needs.
How quickly can you respond?
With 80+ GPS-tracked trucks in service, we dispatch the nearest available unit for fastest possible response times.
Are your drivers certified?
All drivers hold TRAA and Wreckmaster certifications with ongoing training in safety and recovery techniques.
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