Stranded on the highway, broken down, or locked out? Our heavy-duty flatbed tow trucks are on standby 24 hours a day for damage-free towing and fast roadside recovery.
Stationed at 2713 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy
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Equipped for sedans, SUVs, trucks & EVs
100% Damage-Free Loading
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Equipped with heavy-duty RAM 5500 Century Flatbed trucks, our certified operators handle everything from small passenger cars to full-size trucks, SUVs, and luxury vehicles safely.
The safest way to transport your vehicle. Perfect for all-wheel drive (AWD), low-profile cars, SUVs, EVs, and damaged vehicles without drivetrain wear.
Involved in a collision or stuck in a ditch, mud, or snow? We coordinate rapid scene cleanup, safe winching, and tow directly to your preferred body shop.
Dead battery left you stranded? We bring commercial-grade jump starters to get your engine roaring in minutes, 24 hours a day.
Blown tire on I-235 or a residential street? Don't risk changing it on busy highways. Our team installs your spare quickly and safely.
Keys locked inside the vehicle or trunk? We use non-destructive specialized entry tools to safely unlock your vehicle with zero scratches or damage.
Ran out of gasoline or diesel before reaching a pump? We deliver fresh regular, premium, or diesel fuel directly to your vehicle anywhere in Des Moines.
At MLK Towing Service, we invest in top-of-the-line RAM 5500 Heavy-Duty trucks with commercial Century Flatbed systems. Whether you have an electric vehicle, lowered sports car, luxury SUV, or work truck, we have the specialized equipment to transport it safely.
Gentle ramp angles protect bumpers, air dams, and undercarriages.
Capable of carrying multiple vehicles simultaneously for family or multi-car incidents.
Strategic central location allows swift dispatch to anywhere in Polk County in minutes.
Professional tow drivers background-checked, insured, and trained in modern vehicle recovery standards.
When you're broken down, you need a towing company that answers immediately, quotes fair rates, and arrives fast.
With tow units positioned along major Des Moines corridors, we arrive faster than out-of-town dispatchers.
No surprise hooks or hidden drop fees. We quote flat, fair rates before our truck rolls to your location.
Our flatbed transport keeps all 4 wheels off the ground, eliminating transmission strain and body scratches.
Late night breakdown, holiday weekend, or early morning blizzard—our phones are always answered by a live dispatcher.
Tell us your exact location, the make/model of your vehicle, and what happened.
Our nearest RAM flatbed tow truck is immediately dispatched to your location with real-time ETA.
We safely load your vehicle and tow it to your home, auto shop, dealership, or preferred destination.
Based at 2713 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, our fleet has rapid access to I-235, I-80, I-35, and all major arterial roads across Greater Des Moines.
Real reviews from drivers who counted on MLK Towing in an emergency.
"Blew a tire on I-235 during evening rush hour. Called MLK Towing and the flatbed arrived in under 20 minutes. Driver was polite, loaded my SUV with care, and the price was very fair!"
"Locked my keys inside my running truck at 11 PM. MLK Towing answered on the second ring and had my door unlocked without a single scratch in no time. Lifesavers!"
"Best towing service in town! Upfront pricing over the phone with zero hidden charges. Highly recommend their heavy-duty flatbed for any truck or AWD car."
Everything you need to know about our dispatch and towing process.
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