Ruggs Towing Service - Towing Services in the Illawarra
24/7 Tow Truck Service Across the Illawarra
Family-Owned for Over 50 Years
When you need a tow, you need it now. Ruggs Towing Service has been the Illawarra's trusted family-owned towing company for over 50 years — handling everything from late-night breakdowns to careful transport of prestige cars and motorcycles. We're an NRMA Roadside Assistance contractor, fully licensed, and available 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
Call 0451 986 985 — we answer day or night.
Why drivers across the Illawarra call Ruggs
Three generations of one family have run this business, and we've built our reputation on doing the job properly. We know how stressful a breakdown can be, especially with kids in the car or on the side of a busy road like Mount Ousley or the Princes Highway. That's why we focus on three things:
Fast response. We're locally based in Warilla and know every back road from Helensburgh to Nowra. Our drivers are usually with you within the hour anywhere in the Illawarra.
Careful handling. Whether it's a daily driver, a Porsche, a vintage motorcycle or a piece of work machinery, every vehicle goes on the tray the same way — properly secured and treated with respect.
Real people. You'll speak to a member of the family when you call, not a call centre. We've been doing this long enough to know that what people actually want at 2am is a calm voice and a truck that's already on its way.
What we tow and transport
24/7 emergency breakdown towing. Flat battery, blown radiator, gearbox trouble or just won't start — we'll get you and your car off the road safely, any time, any weather.
Performance and prestige vehicle transport. Tilt tray towing for low-clearance cars, classics, sports cars and anything else that can't go on a standard hook. We've moved everything from Porsche GT3s to original Holdens — your pride and joy is in safe hands.
Motorcycle transport. Sports bikes, cruisers, dirt bikes and adventure bikes.
Long distance and interstate towing. Vehicle transport up and down the east coast, including to and from Sydney, Canberra, the South Coast and beyond.
Machinery and equipment transport. Small plant, work equipment, ride-on mowers and worksite gear moved safely for trades and businesses.
NRMA Roadside Assistance. We're a trusted NRMA contractor for the Kiama region.
Stuck with the whole family? We've got room.
Our modern dual cab tow truck can carry up to six passengers safely in the cabin. If you've broken down with kids, mates, or a work crew, you don't need to find another ride home — we'll bring you and your vehicle together. This is something most towing companies can't offer, and it's saved a lot of families some very late nights.
Where we tow
We're based in Warilla and cover the full Illawarra and Shoalhaven region around the clock, including:
Wollongong • Shellharbour • Warilla • Kiama • Dapto • Albion Park • Oak Flats • Port Kembla • Warrawong • Unanderra • Figtree • Corrimal • Bulli • Thirroul • Helensburgh • Lake Illawarra • Gerringong • Berry • Nowra • Bomaderry
We also do long distance and interstate transport — call us for a quote.
Frequently asked questions
How quickly can you get to me?
Most jobs in the Illawarra are reached within the hour. When you call, we'll give you an honest ETA based on where you are and where our truck is.
How much does a tow cost in NSW?
It depends on distance and the type of vehicle. We'll quote you up front before we set off — no hidden surprises.
Do you tow at night?
Yes — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Christmas, midnight, public holidays — we're there.
Can you transport my low-clearance prestige car?
Yes. We use a tilt tray for performance and prestige vehicles, which keeps splitters, exhausts and undertrays well clear of the ground. We treat every car like it's our own.
Need a tow right now?
Call 0451 986 985 — 24 hours, every day.
We're a fully licensed NSW tow truck operator (Licence 08012286) and NRMA Roadside Assistance contractor.