For many people living in the Houston area, driving on busy freeways is part of everyday life. But when a vehicle suddenly breaks down on a freeway, even a routine journey can quickly turn into a dangerous situation.
For drivers who find themselves stranded, Tow and Go provides a free towing service designed to help motorists and their vehicles reach a safe location.
The service can be particularly useful for members of Houston’s Pakistani and South Asian communities who may be unfamiliar with local roadside assistance options or may not know what to do when their vehicle becomes disabled on a freeway.
What is Tow and Go?
Tow and Go is a roadside assistance service for motorists whose vehicles become disabled on Houston-area freeways.
When a vehicle breaks down, Tow and Go can take the driver and vehicle to a safe location within one mile of the breakdown at no cost.
This can help stranded motorists move away from the immediate danger of freeway traffic without having to arrange and pay for a private tow for that initial move.
What should you do if your vehicle breaks down?
Safety should be the first priority.
If your vehicle becomes disabled while you are on a freeway, turn on your hazard lights to alert approaching drivers that your vehicle is experiencing a problem.
Drivers are advised to remain inside the vehicle with their seatbelt buckled while waiting for assistance. Getting out of a vehicle on a busy freeway can expose you to fast-moving traffic and create additional risks.
Once you are in a safe position inside your vehicle, call 713-881-3333 to request Tow and Go assistance.
The service is free
One of the most important things for stranded drivers to know is that the Tow and Go service described here comes at no cost for taking the vehicle and driver to a safe location within one mile of the breakdown.
That means drivers who experience a freeway breakdown can seek immediate assistance without worrying about paying for this initial tow.
However, drivers should understand that the service is specifically described as a tow to a safe location within one mile of the breakdown. Any additional towing or services beyond the scope of the free service may involve other arrangements or costs.
Why this matters for Houston’s Pakistani community
Houston is home to a large and growing Pakistani-American community, and many residents rely heavily on personal vehicles for commuting to work, taking children to school, shopping, attending community events and traveling across the Greater Houston area.
For someone who has recently moved to Houston, or for a driver who is not familiar with the city’s roadside assistance system, a breakdown on a freeway can be especially stressful.
Knowing what to do in advance can make a difficult situation easier to manage.
Families can consider saving the Tow and Go number — 713-881-3333 — in their phones so it is readily available if a vehicle breaks down on a freeway.
Remember these steps
If your car stops working on a Houston freeway, remember:
Turn on your hazard lights.
Stay inside your vehicle.
Keep your seatbelt buckled.
Call 713-881-3333 for help.
Tow and Go can take you and your vehicle to a safe location within one mile of the breakdown at no cost.
Keep safety first
A freeway breakdown can be frightening, but taking the right steps can reduce the danger. Avoid standing near your vehicle or walking around on the freeway while waiting for assistance unless leaving the vehicle is absolutely necessary because of an immediate danger.
The most important thing is to make yourself visible to other drivers, remain secured inside the vehicle and request assistance as soon as possible.
For more information about the service, visit Tow and Go.
Save the number now: 713-881-3333. It could be useful the next time you or someone in your family faces a freeway breakdown.
