Emergency towing
Breakdown, accident, or recovery — any vehicle, any situation, any time of day or night along Highway 1.
Call now24/7 · Monterey to Santa Cruz
Stranded on
Highway 1?
Help is on the way.
Fast, honest towing along the entire Hwy 1 corridor — from Marina and Monterey through Carmel, Big Sur, and all the way to Santa Cruz. Licensed, bonded, insured. Bilingual English / Spanish.
Call or text anytime
(831) 402-4804
What we do
Towing and roadside services
Every service available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week — no answering service, no runaround. You reach Sabas directly.
Flatbed towing
The safest option for all-wheel drive, low-clearance, luxury, classic, and electric vehicles. Your car rides on the bed — never dragged.
Call nowRoadside assistance
Jump starts, flat tire changes, fuel delivery, and lockout service. We get you back on the road without a tow whenever possible.
Call nowMotorcycle towing
Purpose-built strapping and loading technique for motorcycles. We know how to move your bike without causing damage.
Call nowLong-distance towing
Need your vehicle moved beyond the county? We handle scheduled and emergency long-distance tows throughout California.
Call nowPrivate property towing
Unauthorized vehicle removal for HOAs, apartment complexes, parking lots, and businesses. Licensed and fully compliant with California law.
Call nowWhere we roll
The full Highway 1 corridor
Based in Marina, we cover one of the most scenic — and most isolated — stretches of highway in California. From the Santa Cruz Mountains to the cliffs of Big Sur, if you're on or near Highway 1, we can reach you.
Marina (base)
Monterey
Carmel-by-the-Sea
Pacific Grove
Seaside
Moss Landing
Castroville
Watsonville
Capitola
Santa Cruz
Scotts Valley
Aptos
Soquel
Big Sur corridor
Not sure if we cover your location? Call us — if you're on or near Highway 1 anywhere between Santa Cruz and Big Sur, the answer is almost certainly yes.
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Sabas Justiniano
Owner · Operator · Highway 1 Towing
About Sabas
Someone you can actually trust on the worst night of your week
When your car breaks down on the side of Highway 1, you're not just calling for a tow truck — you're putting your safety in someone's hands. That someone is Sabas Justiniano, and he takes that seriously.
Sabas has spent over two decades earning a reputation for showing up on time, treating every customer with respect, and doing the job right the first time. He built Highway 1 Towing on the values he's always lived by: honesty, reliability, and genuine care for the people he serves. No shortcuts. No runaround. No hidden fees.
He's fully bilingual in English and Spanish, and he'll give you an honest ETA before he ever gets in the truck. No guessing, no runaround — just a straight answer about when help will arrive.
CA Licensed tow operator
Fully bonded
Commercial liability insured
20+ years experience
Bilingual English / Spanish
Cuando me llama, no está hablando con una central de llamadas — está hablando directamente conmigo. Me importa que llegue a casa sano y salvo.
— Sabas Justiniano, propietario · Highway 1 Towing
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers — no fine print.
Our average response time along the Hwy 1 corridor is 30–45 minutes. In the Marina, Monterey, and Carmel area we're typically on scene in under 30 minutes. Remote stretches toward Big Sur may take longer depending on your exact location — we'll give you an honest ETA when you call.
Yes. Highway 1 Towing covers the full corridor from Marina and Monterey north through Moss Landing, Watsonville, Capitola, Santa Cruz, and Scotts Valley. We also cover Pacific Grove, Carmel, Aptos, Soquel, and the Big Sur coastline heading south.
Sí. Owner-operator Sabas Justiniano is fully bilingual in English and Spanish. You're welcome to call, text, or communicate entirely in Spanish — whichever is most comfortable for you.
Towing costs depend on distance, vehicle type, and time of day. We provide upfront pricing before we dispatch — you'll know what it costs before we roll. No hidden fees, no surprises. Call (831) 402-4804 for a fast, free quote.
Yes. Highway 1 Towing holds a valid California tow truck operator license, is fully bonded, and carries commercial liability insurance that meets all state requirements. We're happy to provide proof of insurance for commercial or fleet customers.
Yes. Our flatbed is the right tool for electric vehicles, all-wheel drive vehicles, low-clearance sports cars, and classics. Your vehicle rides on the bed rather than being dragged, which is the only safe method for EVs and AWD. We know the correct tow points and loading procedure for most major makes and models.
Need a tow right now?
We're on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Marina, Monterey, Carmel, Big Sur, Santa Cruz — if you're on Highway 1, we've got you.
(831) 402-4804 Call or text anytimeUpfront pricing · Bilingual English / Spanish