Flatbed transport
Vehicles carried on a flatbed with all wheels off the ground.
Glasgow & surrounding areas
Tow Truck & Towing in Glasgow
Flatbed transport and towing for non-running cars and vans across Glasgow.
Sometimes a vehicle simply has to be lifted and carried. Whether it's a non-runner, a car with a seized wheel, or a van that can't be driven, a tow truck or flatbed is the safe way to move it. Glasgow Recovery Help connects drivers with local towing support suited to the vehicle.
Flatbed transport is often the gentlest option for a broken vehicle, keeping all four wheels off the road. Tell us the vehicle and situation and we'll help you find the right kind of towing.
What this covers
Non-running cars
Cars that can't be driven loaded and moved safely.
Vans
Larger vehicles towed with appropriate equipment.
To your destination
Onward transport to a garage, home or other location.
If it's an emergency, call 999 first
If anyone is injured, if your vehicle is in a live traffic lane, or if there is any immediate danger, contact the emergency services before anything else. Your safety comes first.
If you've broken down or had an incident
- Get yourself and passengers to a safe place, away from moving traffic where possible.
- Switch on hazard lights and, if you have one and it's safe, place a warning triangle well behind the vehicle.
- Wear a hi-vis vest if you have one, especially at night or in poor weather.
Areas we help drivers in
Beyond central Glasgow, we help drivers across the surrounding towns. A few of the areas we focus on:
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Flatbed or conventional tow — which do I need?
It depends on the vehicle. Flatbed transport suits many non-runners and vehicles with drivetrain or wheel issues. Describe the problem in your request and suitable towing can be arranged.
Can you tow a van?
Yes — vans can usually be towed or transported with the right equipment. Include the van's size and the issue so the correct approach can be planned.
Can my car be towed with the handbrake stuck?
Seized brakes or wheels are common and can usually be handled, often with a flatbed and specialist gear. Mention it in your request so the operator arrives prepared.
Can you recover a car with no keys, or one stuck in gear?
Situations like a lost key, a car left in gear, or a vehicle that can't be steered are common and usually workable with the right equipment. Describe exactly what's happening in your request so recovery arrives prepared.
My car is in a tight spot — a car park, alley or driveway. Is that a problem?
Awkward access — tight car parks, narrow lanes, low clearance or a blocked-in vehicle — can often still be handled, though it affects which equipment is needed. Note the access details and any restrictions in your request so it can be planned properly.
Get connected
Request recovery help
Tell us what's happened and where you are. We'll use these details to help connect you with local recovery support as our partner network comes online.
Preparing our network. We are getting our recovery partners in place. Emergency call routing will be added soon — this form is not yet an immediate dispatch service.
During launch this form records your request so we can follow up. It does not yet dispatch a recovery vehicle. If you're in danger, call 999.