Charleston Towing Blog & Tips.

Straight talk from the crew: breakdown safety, boat moves, storm prep, and what to know before you ever need a tow.

September 9, 2026

Semi down on I-95? What happens next

What a heavy-duty recovery on I-95 near Walterboro actually involves, what drivers and fleet managers should do first, and how the timeline really works.

August 12, 2026

Towing on the sea islands: what to know

Gate access, one-road-in geography, soft sand, and tides. What makes towing on Kiawah, Seabrook, Edisto, Wadmalaw, and Folly different from a tow in town.

July 15, 2026

A Lowcountry storm kit for your car

What to keep in your trunk through hurricane season in Charleston and Colleton County, and what to do when the roads flood and you have to move.

July 9, 2026

Can you tow an all-wheel-drive or electric car?

Yes, but it has to ride on a flatbed. Here's why all-wheel-drive and electric vehicles need a different kind of tow, and what we do with them.

June 25, 2026

What does it cost to move heavy equipment?

What actually drives the cost of hauling an excavator, skid steer, or other heavy machine in the Lowcountry, and what to have ready when you call for a quote.

June 11, 2026

Hurricane season is here. Move your boat before the rush.

Why Lowcountry boat owners should plan storm haul-outs now instead of waiting for a named storm, and what hurricane hauling actually involves.

June 11, 2026

Flatbed vs. wheel-lift towing: which is better for your car?

When a flatbed is the safer choice, when a wheel-lift is fine, and why the type of truck that shows up matters for your vehicle.

May 28, 2026

What to do after a car accident in South Carolina

A step-by-step from a local tow operator: how to stay safe, what to document, and when to call for a tow after a wreck in the Charleston area.

May 14, 2026

How boat transport actually works in the Lowcountry

When to call a professional boat hauler, what information they need, how loading works, and the ramp and tide realities around Edisto, Kiawah, and Wadmalaw.

May 14, 2026

How much does it cost to tow a car in Charleston?

What goes into a tow bill in Charleston, SC: the hook-up fee, the per-mile rate, and what makes a job cost more. Call (843) 813-6335 for a number.

April 16, 2026

Broke down on Highway 17? Here's exactly what to do

Stuck on the shoulder of Highway 17 in the Lowcountry? A local tow operator walks through exactly what to do, step by step, to stay safe until help arrives.