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15/06/2026

150 FIVE-STAR REVIEWS!!!!!

We’re mighty proud that Ashley’s Tow Taxi has now hit 150 five-star Google reviews — and we just want to say a huge thank you to everyone who has taken the time to leave us a review, recommend us, or call us back again.

We also couldn’t have done it without our incredible team. Their hard work, professionalism, and commitment to looking after our customers every day are what make achievements like this possible. We couldn’t have reached this milestone without you and the way you work.

Towing isn’t usually something people need on a good day. Most of the time, we’re turning up when someone’s car has broken down, been in an accident, won’t start, won’t move, or is causing a headache in the middle of someone’s already busy day.

So, for people to still take the time afterwards to give us a review means a lot.

Thank you everyone. You've made our day.

Ashley’s Tow Taxi — We take care of everything.

09/06/2026

Tow trucks run on diesel, and towies run on coffee (especially this one).

That's why I panicked when I went to make a coffee and found I was out of beans.

Fortunately The Pug's Mug Coffee is 5 minutes away in Woodend, and there is tons of great parking for trucks, so away I went.

Lauren and Mike are highly skilled baristas, and had a cup of delicious black coffee in my hand before you could say espresso, and when they heard I was out of beans, fixed me up with a bag of goodness.

08/06/2026

08/06/2026

Recently we had the privilege of helping get two incredible Packards through compliance, and even for us, these cars were out of the ordinary.

The black car is a 1936 Packard 120 Convertible Coupe — a serious luxury car from the Art Deco era. It's powered by Packard’s straight-eight engine, with a long bonnet, tall Packard grille, flowing guards, side bonnet louvres, and a beautifully detailed dashboard. In its day, this was not ordinary transport — it was one of America’s prestige motor cars.

The blue open tourer is a 1928 Packard Touring Car, wearing period-style California plates. This is the earlier era of motoring: big upright radiator, external spare wheel, open bodywork, running boards, mechanical feel, and a seven-passenger touring layout built for proper long-distance travel. Nearly 100 years old, and still being used as intended.

What makes these cars special isn’t just their age. It’s the engineering. Packard built its reputation on smooth engines, strong chassis, quality coachwork, and luxury at a time when owning a car like this was a major statement.

You can also see how quickly car design changed between the two vehicles.

The 1928 Packard still has that proud vintage look — upright, open, exposed, and mechanical.

The 1936 Packard is lower, longer, sleeker, and far more refined, with styling moving toward the streamlined luxury cars of the late 1930s.

Same badge, same prestige, but almost a decade of progress between them.

For us, vehicles like this are a reminder that towing isn’t always just about moving a car from A to B. Sometimes you’re looking after history, craftsmanship, and someone’s pride and joy.

Whether it’s a daily driver, a campervan, a classic, or a rare pre-war Packard that has crossed the Pacific Ocean, the job is the same:

Careful loading.
Secure transport.
Respect for the vehicle.

Ashley’s Tow Taxi — We take care of everything.

04/06/2026

Good morning

31/05/2026

Truck technology has advanced significantly over the past 100 years

28/05/2026

Fancy some fresh fish for the weekend?

Here is what we have available for delivery in Kaiapoi on Friday and for the market in Kaiapoi on Saturday morning.

Just a reminder you don't need to buy in kilo lots any amount you order is absolutely fine and of course appreciated.

We do have a $5 delivery fee for orders under $35 except in the case of the lifestyle villages we deliver to ( currently Freedom Lifestyle and the Sterling ) and free delivery for orders $35 and over. I try to create $35 deals to negate the charge wherever I can, however we are perfectly happy to bag up and deliver a fillet to you if that is your want 😀

Tarakihi fillets $48. Kg
Gurnard fillets $49 kg
Sea perch fillets $40 kg
Salmon fillets $65 kg
Lemon sole fillets $ 42 kg
Groper fillets $ 58kg
Akaroa cod fillets $ 29kg
John Dory fillets $62kg
Moki fillets $28 kg
Blue Warehou fillets $29kg
Turbot $48kg
Blue cod $75kg

Whole tarakihi $ 14kg
Whole groper $ 28kg
Whole flounder only 1 available $28kg
Whole Red perch $ 14kg

$35 deals:
*1 kg of sea perch $35
*500g tarakihi or gurnard, plus 500gr akaroa cod $35
*900g of lemon sole $35

Text or call 021 083 93667 to place an order.

28/05/2026

A few weeks ago we got asked by our friends at Waimak Classic Cars to pick up an Alfa Romeo for them. Being the boss, David pulled rank and nabbed that job, and to his delight, it was a stunning 2000 GTV.

A bit of context, when I was a kid, that was one of my dream cars and this one is amazing. Unfortunately our accountant Troy won't let me buy it because it's not a tow truck (and Nic agrees...), so it's for sale.

https://waimakclassiccars.co.nz/listings/1971-alfa-romeo-gtv-1750/

26/05/2026

This is a public service announcement.

If you're heading to or from Christchurch and were planning on stopping at The Pug's Mug Coffee for a cup of goodness in Woodend, I suggest you delay your travel until they are back on deck.