Adam's Towing & Transport
259-263 Carlton Parade, Port Augusta, South Australia, 5700.0
“Your local, experienced and reliable tow truck in Port Augusta”

Why Choose Adam's Towing & Transport?
Customers rely on Adam's Towing & Transport for round-the-clock emergency response across remote South Australia—a service other major operators won't reliably provide. With fully insured operations, secure vehicle storage, and competitive pricing, Adam delivers professional heavy and accident towing backed by exceptional reliability and genuine care.
About Adam's Towing & Transport
Services
- Tilt truck towing
- Car towing
- Vehicle recovery
- Motorbike towing
- Machinery towing
- General transport
- Shipping container transport
- Shipping container sales
- Concrete sleeper sales
- Steel sales
- Cash for unwanted cars
- Boat towing
- Caravan towing
- Heavy towing
What Customers Say on Google
“Adam drove 6 hours to retrieve a stranded customer from a remote town and towed them back the same distance without hesitation, demonstrating exceptional commitment to long-distance assistance across South Australia.”
“When RAA refused to assist a broken-down car near a hiking trail, Adam stepped in and provided the help other services wouldn't, proving invaluable for those outside metropolitan areas.”
“After a motorcycle crash north of Port Augusta, Adam attended the scene, secured the bike and personal belongings, and even coordinated transport to Darwin—handling the full situation professionally.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Adam's Towing & Transport
Absolutely. Adam has sorted tricky extractions that required specialist problem-solving. Locals tell us about one job where he spent nearly two hours freeing a motorhome caught on a deep culvert at a service station — the van wouldn't start or shift into gear, but Adam worked through multiple recovery techniques until he successfully towed it clear. His persistence and hands-on approach are well-known around Port Augusta, especially for situations other operators might walk away from.
Adam regularly covers massive distances for stranded motorists. We know of cases where he's driven six hours from Gawler to attend a horse truck fire emergency near Pimba on the Stuart Highway, arriving after 3am to complete a heavy haulage tow. Another time, he collected a broken-down vehicle from a remote SA town six hours away and towed it straight back to Port Augusta the same day. Interstate and outback call-outs are standard for his operation.
Yes, Adam provides comprehensive post-accident support beyond just towing. He has a secure lockup shed at his Port Augusta yard where vehicles are stored safely while insurance claims process. Locals report he's actively helped navigate insurance paperwork, checked on vehicles at mechanics, and even transported personal belongings interstate when insurers wouldn't. For motorcycle and car crash victims, his follow-up communication and willingness to advocate with insurers sets him apart from standard towing services.
Adam's fleet and experience cover serious heavy haulage jobs. He's successfully managed emergency tows involving horse trucks with oversize tandem trailers carrying loaded 4WDs — one particularly challenging job involved safely relocating five racehorses during a brake housing fire 10 kilometres north of Pimba. His heavy towing capability extends to motorhomes, machinery, and shipping containers across distances like Port Augusta to Murray Bridge and Adelaide, with equipment suited for specialist freight throughout regional SA.
Locals consistently tell us Adam's rates are competitive and fair, often undercutting bigger operators. We've heard customers specifically mention choosing his local Port Augusta business over major tow companies because his pricing represents better value while maintaining high service standards. His quotes for long-distance work — including six-hour emergency tows and heavy haulage jobs on the Stuart Highway — come in at what customers describe as very reasonable rates given the distances and complexity involved.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +61 418 839 939
- Address
- 259-263 Carlton Parade, Port Augusta, South Australia, 5700.0
How Adam's Towing & Transport Compares
in Port Augusta
More reviews than 67% of tow trucks in Port Augusta
Roadside Assistance — 1 of 1 in Port Augusta
Accident Towing — 1 of 1 in Port Augusta
Opening Hours
- Monday
- 7am-11pm
- Tuesday
- 7am-11pm
- Wednesday
- 7am-11pm
- Thursday
- 7am-11pm
- Friday
- 7am-11pm
- Saturday
- 7am-11pm
- Sunday
- 7am-11pm
Business Details
- Service Areas
- Adelaide, Port Augusta, Quorn, Wilmington, Stirling, Port Pirie, Whyalla, Jamestown, Peterborough, Crystal Brook, Clare, Kadina, Kimba, Ceduna, Coober Pedy, Cowell, Wudinna, Woomera, Wilpena, Leigh Creek, Moomba, Roxby Downs, Port Lincoln, Renmark, South Australia, Interstate
- Certifications
- Fully insured
- Payment Methods
- Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments
- Emergency Service
- Available
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