Motorway recovery
Recovery enquiries for a vehicle stranded on a motorway, with its exact position and immediate safety taking priority.
Motorway recovery: scene safety and equipment assessment
Before recovery
Provide the motorway number, direction of travel, nearest junction and any safely visible location marker. State whether you are in a refuge, hard shoulder or live lane.
Loading and transport
Recovery can proceed only when access and the working area are safe and the necessary authority is in place. Agree the proposed method and onward destination with the operator.
Details for your recovery enquiry
Give the precise position, vehicle details, incident circumstances, damage and access restrictions. Mention any emergency-service involvement.
Motorway recovery: questions and answers
What if the vehicle is stopped in a live lane?
If you cannot reach relative safety or leave the vehicle safely, call 999 and follow the emergency operator's instructions. A commercial recovery booking does not replace emergency assistance.
What information helps arrange motorway recovery?
Give the precise position, vehicle details, incident circumstances, damage and access restrictions. Mention any emergency-service involvement. Provide the motorway number, direction of travel, nearest junction and any safely visible location marker. State whether you are in a refuge, hard shoulder or live lane.
What affects the quotation for motorway recovery?
The quotation depends on the vehicle, loading needs, collection time, distance, access and any agreed waiting or crossings. Confirm the complete price and collection arrangements before dispatch.
Related recovery services
Motorway recovery across the UK
Choose your area, then tell us the vehicle details and destination. Availability and suitable equipment are confirmed for the actual job.
1211 areas. All links are available below.
East Midlands 99 areas
East of England 117 areas
London 101 areas
North East 54 areas
North West 155 areas
Northern Ireland 30 areas
Scotland 113 areas
South East 188 areas
South West 106 areas
Wales 62 areas
West Midlands 80 areas
Yorkshire and The Humber 106 areas
Discuss your recovery
Have the precise location, vehicle registration, fault and destination ready. Call 0800 111 6480 to discuss availability and a quotation.