Accident Towing in Oshkosh, WI
Oshkosh Towing & Roadside provides accident towing and accident recovery for cars, SUVs, pickups and light trucks after a crash on I-41, US 45 or a city street. Clearing the lane quickly is part of the job, because Wisconsin recorded 760 secondary crashes at incident scenes in 2023. Our operators sweep glass and broken trim off the road, load the wrecked vehicle on a flatbed tow truck, and take it to vehicle storage or to the body shop you choose.
Oshkosh Towing & Roadside provides collision towing and post-crash vehicle storage to Oshkosh and surrounding Wisconsin cities, including Neenah, Menasha, Omro, Fond du Lac and Ripon. We're licensed and insured, and dispatch gives you the price before anything is hooked up. For accident towing, Oshkosh police, insurers and drivers all reach the same 24/7 dispatch.
Types of Accident Towing We Handle in Oshkosh
Collision Towing From the Crash Scene
Most collision towing starts with a car that still looks drivable but isn't: a bent tie rod, a cracked wheel, coolant on the pavement. We load it on the flatbed rather than towing it on a damaged wheel. Speed played a part in 28% of Wisconsin's fatal crashes in 2024, so on I-41 the cars we load often have front-end damage that reaches the radiator and the steering.
Deer Collision Towing
Winnebago County had 532 deer crashes in 2024, the 10th highest count in Wisconsin, and neighboring Fond du Lac County had 683. Statewide the total passed 17,000, and over a third came in October and November. A deer strike often breaks a headlight, the grille and the radiator support, which leaves the car leaking coolant. Tow it rather than risk overheating the engine on the way home.
Winter Crash Towing
Wisconsin logged more than 11,000 winter-weather crashes from October 2023 to May 2024. Slide-offs into guardrails and fender-benders at icy intersections often leave a wheel turned at a bad angle. If a car can't roll or steer in a tight lot, go-jacks under the damaged wheels let us move it to the deck without dragging it across the pavement.
Rollover and Off-Road Crash Recovery
A car on its roof or side needs uprighting before it can be towed, which means rolling it back onto its wheels under control with winch lines and rigging. WreckMaster teaches the method in its Level 4/5 course. We handle light-duty rollovers of cars, SUVs and pickups. For cars that left the road and landed in a ditch, see our winch out and recovery service.
Scene Cleanup After a Collision
Broken glass and fallen trim endanger the next driver and keep responders in live lanes longer. The 760 secondary crashes at Wisconsin incident scenes in 2023 caused 3 deaths and 385 injuries. Before we pull away, we sweep the debris and spread absorbent on small fluid leaks. Large fuel spills are handled by the fire department.
Vehicle Storage After an Accident
If you don't know yet where the car should go, we hold it in storage until your adjuster has seen it and you have picked a shop. Storage is charged by the day, so moving the car early saves money. Unlike a police impound, storage after your own tow is your call, and the car is released to you with ID and proof of ownership.
Tow to Body Shop of Your Choice
The car goes to the body shop you pick, not one we pick for you. We photograph it before loading and hand you an itemized tow receipt for the claim. If your insurer offers a pay-per-use tow, Allstate's starts at an estimated $159, so compare that figure with the quote our dispatch gives you.
Why Oshkosh Drivers Call Us for Accident Towing
- Damaged cars ride on the deck, never towed on a bent wheel
- Glass and trim swept from the lane before we leave
- Photos and an itemized receipt ready for your adjuster
- Your car goes to the body shop you pick
- Storage until the insurance inspection is done
- Licensed and insured, with the price given before any hook-up
Towns we cover from Oshkosh
Licensed and insured
Flatbed and wheel-lift trucks
How Much Does Accident Towing Cost in Oshkosh?
Allstate lists a local tow of 5 miles or less at $35 to $125 and a tow of up to 40 miles at $125 to $275. Crash tows sit higher because they need a flatbed and cleanup. In many claims the at-fault driver's insurer or your collision coverage pays the bill.
| Charge | Typical US range | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Local tow, 5 miles or less | $35 to $125 | Allstate (checked 2026) |
| Tow of up to 40 miles | $125 to $275 | Allstate (checked 2026) |
| Average tow, all types | About $109 | The Zebra, 2026 |
| Hook-up fee | About $75, plus $2 to $4 a mile | HomeGuide, 2026 |
| Flatbed mileage | $2.50 to $3.50 per mile | Angi, 2026 |
These are national ranges from the sources listed. Dispatch confirms your price on the call.
Wisconsin's Move Over Law at a Crash Scene
Wisconsin's Move Over law, Wis. Stat. 346.072, requires drivers to leave the lane next to a stopped police car, ambulance, fire truck, tow truck or highway maintenance vehicle with its lights flashing. If changing lanes isn't safe, drivers must slow down. A basic violation carries a $263 Move Over fine, with heavier penalties if someone is hurt. 2021 Wisconsin Act 115 also bans handheld phone use within 500 ft of an emergency scene with lights on.
A 2025 AAA study found only 58% of drivers slowed or moved over for a stopped tow truck, compared with 66% for police. From 2015 to 2021, 123 roadside assistance providers, tow operators among them, were struck and killed in the US. The Emergency Responder Safety Institute estimates about 50 tow operators die each year working near traffic.
What to Do After a Crash Before the Tow Arrives
- Check for injuries and call 911 if anyone is hurt or a lane is blocked.
- If the cars can move and no one is injured, get them out of the travel lane.
- Photograph the damage, the scene and the other driver's plate and insurance card.
- Call your insurer, then call our dispatch with your location and where the car should go.
- Take your registration, garage opener and valuables out before the car is loaded.
Accident Towing FAQ
Can I choose where my car is towed after an accident?
Yes. When you call us, the car goes to the body shop, dealership or home address you name. If you haven't picked a shop yet, we hold it in storage until you do. Allstate puts a tow of up to 40 miles at $125 to $275 nationally, so most local shops are well within range.
Who pays for accident towing?
Usually an insurer. If the other driver was at fault, their liability coverage often pays the tow. If not, your collision coverage or a roadside add-on, which State Farm says typically costs $10 to $60 a year, may cover it. You can pay us directly and claim it back with our itemized receipt.
How long can my car stay in storage after a crash?
As long as you need, but storage is billed per day, so move the car once the adjuster has inspected it. For scale, Trans 319.03 caps storage after a private-property tow at $25 per 24 hours outdoors. Crash storage is priced separately, and dispatch quotes the daily rate.
Do you tow cars that can't roll after a collision?
Yes. Bent wheels and locked brakes are common after a crash. We winch the car onto the flatbed, and in a tight spot we use go-jacks under the damaged wheels to roll it to the deck. Some GoJak dollies are rated 1,575 lb per tire, enough for most passenger cars and SUVs.
What does Wisconsin's Move Over law require?
Drivers passing a stopped tow truck, police car, ambulance or maintenance vehicle with flashing lights must move out of the next lane, or slow down if they can't change lanes safely. A basic violation brings a $263 citation in Wisconsin, and the penalties rise if a crash or injury results.
Should I move my car off the road after a minor crash?
If no one is hurt and the car can roll, yes. Leaving it in the lane invites a second crash, and Wisconsin counted 760 secondary crashes at incident scenes in 2023. Take photos first, then pull onto the shoulder or a side street, turn on your hazards and call dispatch.
Need a Tow Truck Around Oshkosh
Tell dispatch where you are and what happened. You get the price before the truck rolls, day or night.
Or call dispatch (920) 891-8484