24/7 Emergency Towing in the Tri-Cities, TN

When Every Minute Counts — Call Treadz

An emergency breakdown doesn't wait for business hours, and neither do we. Treadz Tire & Towing operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year — including holidays, blizzards, and 3 AM on a Tuesday. When you call, a real person answers, gets your location, and dispatches a truck immediately.

We're locally owned and operated by Mike Blair and Bucky Smith out of our shop at 409 Main Street in Mount Carmel, TN. We know every highway, back road, and exit ramp in the Tri-Cities because we drive them every day. That local knowledge means we find you faster and route around traffic smarter than any national dispatch service ever could.

What Counts as an Emergency Tow?

Any situation where your vehicle cannot be safely driven — or where continuing to drive it would cause further damage or endanger you — qualifies as an emergency tow. Common situations we handle around the clock include:

• Engine failure or overheating — Driving with an overheated engine or low oil can destroy your motor. Get off the road and call us.
• Transmission failure — A slipping or locked-up transmission cannot be driven without serious damage risk.
• Accident damage — Collision damage that affects steering, suspension, or wheel alignment makes the vehicle unsafe to move.
• Blown tire on the highway — A blowout at speed, especially on I-81 or US-11W, is a genuine emergency. Pull over, stay in the car, and call.
• Fuel system failure — Fuel pump failures, major leaks, or fuel line breaks require a tow, not a repair on the shoulder.
• Electrical failure — Loss of lights, power steering, or braking systems makes the vehicle dangerous to move without a truck.
• Vehicle off the road — Ditches, embankments, soft shoulders, and mud require professional winch-out recovery.
• Flood-damaged vehicle — Never attempt to start or drive a vehicle that has been submerged or flooded.

Our Emergency Response Process

We've streamlined our dispatch so you spend less time waiting and more time getting help:

Types of Vehicles We Tow

Our fleet is equipped to handle virtually any passenger or light commercial vehicle:

• Passenger cars — sedans, coupes, hatchbacks, station wagons
• Trucks and pickup trucks — including lifted trucks and 4x4s
• SUVs and crossovers — all-wheel drive vehicles loaded safely on flatbed
• Vans and minivans — passenger and cargo vans
• Motorcycles — handled carefully with proper tie-down equipment
• Light commercial vehicles — small delivery vehicles and work trucks
• Low-clearance and exotic vehicles — flatbed transport protects low-profile cars

Accident Recovery Towing

Vehicle accidents are among the most stressful emergencies on the road. After making sure everyone is safe and law enforcement has been notified, the next call you make should be to Treadz. We work accident scenes regularly throughout the Tri-Cities — on I-81, US-11W, Hwy 93, Hwy 19W, and local roads — and we understand how to work alongside police and emergency responders without getting in the way.

We secure your vehicle immediately to prevent further damage, and we can transport it to our shop for repair estimates or to any other facility you request. We also document the condition of your vehicle at pickup, which can be important for insurance claims.

Winch-Out & Off-Road Recovery

If your vehicle has gone off the road into a ditch, soft shoulder, muddy field, or embankment, you need more than a standard tow — you need a professional winch-out recovery. Our trucks carry heavy-duty winch equipment and our drivers are experienced at recovering stuck vehicles without additional damage to the body, undercarriage, or drivetrain.

Whether you slid into a ditch on an icy back road or got a wheel stuck in soft ground, call Treadz. We'll evaluate the situation on arrival and use the safest, most efficient recovery method available.

What to Do While Waiting for the Tow Truck

Your safety is the top priority while you wait. Follow these steps:

• Turn on your hazard lights immediately — this is the first thing to do, day or night.
• Pull as far off the road as possible — even a few extra feet of shoulder space matters at highway speeds.
• Stay in the vehicle if it is safe to do so — on high-speed roads, being inside the car is often safer than standing outside.
• If you must exit, move well away from traffic — get behind a guardrail if one is available, and stay toward the front of the vehicle.
• Set out flares or reflective triangles if you have them — visibility is critical, especially at night or in poor weather.
• Do not stand behind your vehicle — rear-end collisions with disabled vehicles are a serious hazard.
• Keep your phone charged and nearby — we may need to confirm your location when we're close.
• Note your exact location — highway mile markers, exit numbers, or cross streets help us find you faster.

Emergency Towing Pricing

We believe in upfront, honest pricing. Before our truck rolls, we give you a clear quote based on your vehicle type, location, and the nature of the recovery. Most local emergency tows in the Tri-Cities area run between $95 and $175. Complex recoveries — such as accident scenes, winch-outs from difficult terrain, or longer-distance tows — may be priced higher, and we'll explain exactly why.

We also work with most major insurance roadside assistance programs and motor clubs. If your roadside coverage applies, have your policy number or membership card handy and we'll work directly with your program to process the billing.

Cities We Serve for Emergency Towing

We cover the full Tri-Cities region and surrounding communities:

Also Need Roadside Assistance?

Not every breakdown requires a tow. If you need a jump start, lockout service, or fuel delivery, visit our Roadside Assistance page to see everything we offer on the spot, without a tow.

Frequently Asked Questions

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