Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted 24/7 Towing Services in Queensland
Established in 1970, Clayton's Towing Service has grown from a family-run operation into Queensland's leading towing and recovery company. Our founders, Bill and Mary Clayton, built our first tow truck in a backyard workshop, laying the foundation for a business that now boasts Australia's most comprehensive heavy towing fleet. Over five decades, we've expanded our capabilities to include 24/7 roadside assistance, marine recovery, and critical incident response, while maintaining the same dedication to quality and reliability that defined our early years. Our ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001 certifications reflect our commitment to safety, quality, and environmental responsibility. With modern facilities in Nambour and depots across Queensland, we combine cutting-edge equipment with hands-on expertise to deliver solutions for even the most challenging towing scenarios.Our team of certified professionals operates the latest tilt trays, low loaders, and recovery units, ensuring we can handle vehicles of all sizes and types. As an RACQ service provider since 1986 and a trusted partner for major insurance companies, we maintain industry-leading standards through rigorous training programs and daily equipment audits. From beach recoveries at Inskip Point to heavy haulage across Australia, our reputation for excellence is built on 50 years of consistent performance and customer-focused service.
Services
Vehicle Towing
Heavy Towing
Roadside Assistance
Marine Recovery
Specialised Transport
Equipment Haulage
Container Hire
Accident Response
Beach Recovery
Critical Incident Response
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- 50 years of continuous service to Queensland's towing industry
- Australia's most comprehensive heavy towing fleet with 50+ vehicles
- ISO-certified safety, quality, and environmental management systems
- 24/7 rapid response with average dispatch times under 30 minutes
- Specialist equipment for marine recovery and major incident response
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 45001
- ISO 14001
What people say
24/7 rapid response
Professional and courteous staff
Expert handling of heavy vehicles
Reliable accident assistance
Excellent communication
Services
Vehicle Towing
Our 24/7 vehicle towing service covers all vehicle types across South-East Queensland. Using modern tilt trays and experienced operators, we ensure safe transportation of cars, motorcycles, and commercial vehicles. Our rapid response team typically arrives within 30 minutes of dispatch, with capacity to handle both minor breakdowns and major accident recoveries.
Heavy Towing
Specialist heavy towing solutions for trucks, B-doubles, and oversized equipment. Our fleet includes tri-axle supertilts and bogie drive units capable of transporting vehicles up to 50 tonnes. This service supports mining, construction, and transport industries with both planned equipment moves and emergency recoveries across Queensland.
Marine Recovery
Professional marine recovery service for sunken, beached, or abandoned vessels. Our team uses purpose-built equipment and 4x4 recovery trucks to handle boat recoveries in coastal areas like Noosa and Tin Can Bay. This specialist service includes safe transportation to designated facilities for further assessment.
Roadside Assistance
24/7 roadside assistance covering battery replacement, fuel delivery, and vehicle unlock services. Our fully-equipped vans operate Australia-wide, providing immediate support for cars, trucks, and motorcycles. This service includes minor repairs and safe towing when vehicles cannot be restarted at the roadside.
Specialised Transport
Heavy equipment transportation for construction, mining, and agricultural machinery. Our low loaders and specialist transport vehicles handle oversized loads up to 50 tonnes. This service includes route planning, permits, and experienced crew to ensure compliance with all transport regulations across Queensland and interstate.
People
Bill Clayton
Founder
Co-founder of Clayton's Towing Service in 1970, Bill built the first tow truck in his backyard workshop. His engineering expertise and hands-on approach established the company's reputation for innovation and reliability in Queensland's towing industry.
Mary Clayton
Co-founder
Co-founder who managed operations from the original Petrie Creek Road location. Mary's business acumen helped establish the company's customer service standards and community partnerships that continue to define the business today.
Mike Clayton
Operations Manager
Son of the founders who joined in the 1990s, Mike has driven technological advancements and fleet modernisation. His leadership has expanded the company's capabilities to include ISO-certified safety systems and Australia's most comprehensive towing fleet.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We cover all of South-East Queensland with depots in 13 locations, and provide Australia-wide services upon request.
Are you available 24/7?
Yes, our emergency towing services operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with average response times under 30 minutes.
What payment methods do you accept?
For auction purchases we accept cash and credit card. Commercial accounts can arrange direct payment methods through our office.
Do you handle heavy vehicle recoveries?
Yes, our specialist equipment includes tri-axle supertilts and bogie drive units for heavy trucks and B-double recoveries.
Are your services insured?
All our towing services are fully insured, with compliance documentation available upon request for commercial clients.
Can you recover vehicles from beaches?
Yes, our beach recovery service handles vehicles stuck in sand at locations like Inskip Point and Noosa North Shore using 4x4 specialist equipment.
Reviews (4)
Buddy Mills
Nov 26, 2021
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A huge thank you to Clayton's Toowoomba Mark Lennaen unit 530 for his amazing effort yesterday. He managed to get my son's car on and off the tilt tray in the rain with minimal damage to the vehicle after a ball joint broke. Can't thank you enough. Highly recommend him ☺️
Min Simpson
Oct 31, 2021
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Big shout out to the awesome towie from Clayton’s who dropped my sons lancer home Sunday arvo. If you knew our steep, washed out dirt track driveway, you would know why I was impressed. Thank you Clayton’s!!!! You guys go above & beyond.
Tony Tbw
Oct 06, 2021
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After getting a flat tyre on my motorcycle mid afternoon yesterday, my wife and I got to meet one of your drivers ( Kip in Truck 171 out of Kilcoy ) who offered a personable and professional service last night that helped end a very unpleasant experience on a happier note. A big thanks Kip and Claytons
Gayle Patricia
Sep 26, 2021
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We got a flat tyre on neerdie rd, Greg to the rescue, so pleasant and helpful , Thankyou so much and we will be recommending you !! Gayle & mal Batty