North Shore Towing

Business Details

47 Years

experience

Emergency

services

Your Trusted Partner for Towing and Roadside Assistance

Founded in 1979 by Robert Cole, North Shore Towing has grown from a small local operation into a trusted family-owned enterprise serving Chicagoland. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our 24/7 availability, a fleet of 30 advanced tow trucks, and GPS dispatch systems ensuring rapid response times. We specialize in emergency towing, heavy-duty recovery, auto wrecking, and used parts sales, combining decades of experience with cutting-edge technology.

Our team of WreckMaster-certified professionals prioritizes safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction, handling everything from flatbed towing for classic cars to heavy equipment transport. With three locations across Illinois and service extending into Indiana and Wisconsin, we remain dedicated to providing reliable solutions for both individual motorists and commercial clients.

Services

Emergency Towing Roadside Assistance Heavy Duty Towing RV Towing Auto Wrecking Used Auto Parts Vehicle Removal Commercial Towing Relocation Towing Heavy Equipment Transport

Details

Year established: 1979

Highlights and features

We offer 24/7 emergency towing services with rapid response times.
Our fleet includes 30 specialized tow trucks for all vehicle types.
WreckMaster-certified operators ensure safe and professional service.
Family-owned since 1979 with a reputation for community trust.
Advanced GPS dispatch system optimizes efficiency and accuracy.

What people say

Prompt service Professional staff 24/7 availability Reliable transport Competent technicians

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Services

Emergency Towing

Our emergency towing service provides immediate assistance for vehicles stranded due to accidents, breakdowns, or flat tires. Equipped with a fleet of 30 tow trucks, including flatbeds and heavy-duty wreckers, we ensure safe transport to repair facilities. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, our GPS-dispatched operators guarantee rapid response across Chicagoland.

Roadside Assistance

We offer comprehensive roadside assistance including battery jumpstarts, fuel delivery, lockout services, and tire changes. Our certified technicians carry specialized tools to resolve common vehicle issues on-site, minimizing downtime. Services are available round-the-clock, prioritizing safety and convenience for drivers in urban and suburban areas.

Heavy Duty Towing

Specializing in heavy-duty towing for semi-trucks, commercial vehicles, and heavy equipment, we utilize advanced winching and recovery systems. Our WreckMaster-certified team handles complex extractions and transport, serving freight carriers and owner-operators. Services include semi-truck decking, equipment hauling, and highway recovery across the Midwest.

Auto Wrecking

Our full-service auto wrecking facility recycles end-of-life vehicles and sells used parts for domestic and foreign models. We buy junk cars for cash and offer free towing. The yard stocks thousands of components, including engines, transmissions, and body parts, supporting both individual repairs and commercial needs.

RV Towing

We provide specialized RV towing for motorhomes, campers, and school buses, using equipment designed for oversized vehicles. Our operators handle breakdowns and relocations, ensuring safe transport without damage. This niche service caters to travelers and businesses requiring reliable assistance for recreational vehicles.

Questions

What services are available 24/7?

We offer emergency towing, roadside assistance, heavy-duty recovery, and RV towing around the clock.

Do you handle commercial towing needs?

Yes, we serve dealerships, transport companies, and freight carriers with specialized commercial towing solutions.

Can you assist with locked vehicles?

Our lockout service retrieves keys from cars, trunks, and ignitions without damaging your vehicle.

Do you buy junk cars?

We purchase junk cars, trucks, and vans for cash with free towing included.

What areas do you service?

We cover Chicagoland, including Northbrook, Evanston, Glenview, and extending into Indiana and Wisconsin.

How quickly can help arrive?

Using GPS dispatch, we send the nearest available truck to minimize wait times for urgent needs.

Reviews (7)

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Matthew Monson

Jun 25, 2022 Report

My wife's car broke down on her way to work so we called our road side assistance who arranged for a tow truck from another company. Well, several hours later my wife was still on the side of the road and getting the run around that it would only be "another 30 minutes." Instead of waiting who knows how much longer we arranged for a tow from North Shore Towing. They had a driver out to help my wife in about 20 minutes.

Not only did the driver get the car hooked up quickly he made sure that my wife got home safely. Hopefully we don't need another tow any time soon, but if we do we are just going to call North Shore first.

Inna McLoughlin

May 21, 2022 Report

Car broke down on Mother's Day. The tow truck was half mile away and showed up within 10 minutes. Service was awesome. Ignore their website that said they are closed in the evening. They are 24-hour Service and they are great.

Elizabeth Wangen

Apr 23, 2022 Report

I had to get my car towed because someone stole my catalytic converter :( they came so quickly and brought me to the car shop I always go to no problem. Mario was amazing. He even jump started my car, and made me feel so comfortable on the way to the shop. He was so kind, and an overall awesome guy. If I ever need to tow my car again (I hope not, but you never know), I'll definitely be calling them again!

Katherine Genson

Feb 24, 2022 Report

We scheduled a pick up they said 90 minutes! and we waited. then they added another 50 minutes. when we called they said " too bad- just cancel if you can't wait". extremely rude, don't waste your time. Lot's of other better towing services out there. We called a different provider and they came within 20 minutes. Service: Car towing

Daniel Jarvis

Jan 13, 2022 Report

Went outside @ 3 am as North shore Towed my vehicle. I said "sir can I please Not have it towed" he responded "do you have your keys" I said "no but they're inside I can get them in 5 seconds" He said "by the time you get it I'm going to lift it and thats it." Ran in to get them. Literally took me 3 seconds since I live in the garden unit. He said "I already lifted it" Only a very heartless person would do that to someone. Turns out there is a overnight parking pace in the vehicle they did not see because they're running a scam. DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY. Scammers!

Cynthia McNeese

Nov 25, 2021 Report

Eddie was sent during evening hours to retrieve a highly uncooperative vehicle. He was proactive with an ETA and communications and he was respectful to my neighbors and their property. What a great employee. He made an annoying situation quite bearable. Thank you, Eddie for your professional service and your humor. Service: Car towing

Chevelle Clark

Oct 22, 2021 Report

Edward was great, he really was the hero of the day for my family & I. We highly appreciated his services. Service: Car towing