Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Towing Partner in Tacoma, WA
Gene's Towing has been a trusted provider of towing and roadside assistance services since 1961. Our family-owned business operates 24/7 across Tacoma, Lakewood, Puyallup, Federal Way, and surrounding areas, including Pierce and King Counties. With over six decades of experience, we maintain a fleet of light, medium, and heavy-duty tow trucks to handle any situation safely and efficiently. Our trained, certified drivers prioritize quick response times, with a 30-minute target under normal conditions, and undergo rigorous background checks to ensure professionalism.We guarantee transparent pricing with no hidden fees, emphasizing customer trust and satisfaction. Our services extend to long-distance transport towing up to the Canadian border and into Oregon, and we specialize in classic car transportation with proven expertise. Committed to community service, we provide reliable emergency towing during holidays, nights, and remote incidents, supported by secure storage facilities and modern equipment maintenance protocols.
Services
Emergency Towing
Commercial Towing
Roadside Assistance
Heavy Duty Recovery
Auto Transport
Vehicle Storage
Classic Car Transport
Long Distance Towing
Auto Auctions
24/7 Dispatch
Details
- Year established: 1961
Highlights and features
- We guarantee transparent pricing with no hidden fees since 1961.
- Our drivers undergo rigorous background checks and continuous training.
- We maintain a modern fleet with regular equipment safety inspections.
- We offer 24/7 emergency dispatch with a 30-minute response time target.
- We provide long-distance towing up to the Canadian border and Oregon.
What people say
Quick response
Professional drivers
Secure transport
Helpful staff
Reliable service
Services
Emergency Towing
Our emergency towing service operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, responding to incidents like car accidents, flat tires, and breakdowns. With a fleet of light-to-heavy-duty trucks, we handle vehicles of all sizes, including semis and construction equipment. Our trained drivers aim for a 30-minute response time to minimize customer inconvenience.
Commercial Towing
We specialize in commercial towing for dealerships, rental companies, and auto auctions, offering transport solutions from vintage cars to fleet vehicles. Our services cover Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and nationwide. With specialized equipment and experienced personnel, we ensure safe delivery of vehicles to their destinations.
Roadside Assistance
Our roadside assistance covers flat tires, dead batteries, lockouts, and fuel emergencies. Drivers carry essential tools to resolve minor issues on-site or tow vehicles to preferred destinations. We prioritize safety with hazard light guidance and secure transport protocols for stranded motorists.
Classic Car Transport
With decades of experience, we specialize in transporting classic cars without damage. Our flatbed trucks and secure strapping systems protect vehicles during transit, maintaining their condition from pickup to delivery. This service caters to collectors and auction participants nationwide.
Auto Auctions
We host weekly lien-sale auctions in Lakewood, Puyallup, and Federal Way, offering vehicles in all conditions. Listings appear in the Tacoma News Tribune and our Facebook page, with previews starting at 9 AM and auctions at 10 AM. Vehicles sell 'as is' with same-day pickup required.
Questions
What areas do you serve for towing?
We provide towing services in Tacoma, Lakewood, Puyallup, Federal Way, and surrounding areas including Pierce and King Counties, with long-distance transport up to the Canadian border and Oregon.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency towing?
Yes, our fleet operates 24/7 year-round for emergency towing, including holidays and late-night hours, with a 30-minute response time target.
What types of vehicles can you tow?
We handle all vehicle types including cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats, RVs, heavy machinery, and classic cars using specialized equipment for safe transport.
Are your prices transparent?
We guarantee no hidden fees, providing upfront cost estimates before service. However, final charges may vary based on specific circumstances like impound fees.
Do you have commercial towing options?
Yes, we transport dealership vehicles, auction cars, and industrial equipment nationwide with dedicated trucks and experienced drivers for business clients.
How can I attend your auto auctions?
Our weekly auctions in Lakewood, Puyallup, and Federal Way start at 10 AM. Preview vehicles from 9 AM, with listings available in the Tacoma News Tribune and our Facebook page.