CloseBy Towing truck recovering a BMW at night in National City
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TowingNational City

Need a tow truck in National City? From the Mile of Cars to Westfield Plaza Bonita and the Harbor District on San Diego Bay — our trucks are already in the South Bay, ready to roll 24/7.

~15
Min Response
24/7
Available
I-5
& SR-54
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Joe Barajas

4 days ago

I had my 1968 MGB towed by Closeby Towing. Daniel was friendly, professional and the price was reasonable. Highly recommend.

Paul Stevenson

1 week ago

Daniel was very professional and helpful. He got my Jeep Compass home after being stranded. I recommend CloseBy Towing in San Diego.

Brenda Valadez

13 hours ago

Great service! The driver arrived sooner than expected, and made a stressful situation much easier! If you ever need roadside assistance this is the company to call!

Jacob Perkins

14 hours ago

Fantastic and professional towing service. Very friendly and very fair, affordable prices. Would recommend to anyone looking for a tow.

Adam Perse'

17 hours ago

This company was very fast and helpful. I blew a tire on Olympic Parkway during rush hour traffic and they truly made me feel like a priority.

Joe Barajas

4 days ago

I had my 1968 MGB towed by Closeby Towing. Daniel was friendly, professional and the price was reasonable. Highly recommend.

Paul Stevenson

1 week ago

Daniel was very professional and helpful. He got my Jeep Compass home after being stranded. I recommend CloseBy Towing in San Diego.

Brenda Valadez

13 hours ago

Great service! The driver arrived sooner than expected, and made a stressful situation much easier! If you ever need roadside assistance this is the company to call!

Jacob Perkins

14 hours ago

Fantastic and professional towing service. Very friendly and very fair, affordable prices. Would recommend to anyone looking for a tow.

Adam Perse'

17 hours ago

This company was very fast and helpful. I blew a tire on Olympic Parkway during rush hour traffic and they truly made me feel like a priority.

Why National City Needs Local Towers

The South Bay's Automotive Capital

National City packs more automotive activity per square mile than almost anywhere in San Diego County. The Mile of Cars on National City Boulevard — 32 dealerships between 18th and 33rd Streets — generates constant towing demand: inventory transports, customer breakdowns, trade-in shuffles, and auction deliveries.

But it's not just the dealerships. Highland Avenue is the cultural heartbeat — the county's densest Filipino-American business corridor, buzzing with restaurants, bakeries, and shops. Westfield Plaza Bonita draws shoppers from across the South Bay. And the Harbor District along San Diego Bay adds marina traffic, waterfront events, and Bayshore Bikeway visitors.

Three freeways converge here — I-5 running north-south, I-805 merging just to the north, and SR-54 connecting east to Spring Valley. When one jams, National City feels it. Our trucks are staged inside the city so we don't get caught in the same traffic.

National City at a Glance

Mile of Cars32 dealerships on one boulevard
Highland AvenueFilipino-American cultural hub
Plaza BonitaSouth Bay's largest mall
Harbor DistrictMarina, Pepper Park, bayfront
24th St TrolleyBlue Line transit hub
Sweetwater RdSR-54 to Plaza Bonita connector
I-5 / I-805 MergeRegion's busiest interchange
Civic CenterCity Hall, library, police HQ
District-by-District Coverage

Every Block of National City

Six dispatch zones with dedicated response times. Our drivers don't GPS their way around — they grew up here.

Mile of Cars / Auto Row

10–15 min

National City Blvd, between 18th & 33rd St

One of California's oldest and largest auto dealer concentrations — 32 dealerships lining a single boulevard. Dead batteries from test drives, inventory transports between lots, and customer breakdowns keep our trucks busy here daily.

Highland Avenue Corridor

12–18 min

Highland Ave, 8th St to 30th St

National City's cultural backbone. Filipino restaurants, bakeries, and shops line this avenue — the highest Filipino-American business concentration in the county. Tight parallel parking means door dings and lockouts are part of the daily rhythm.

Westfield Plaza Bonita

14–20 min

Plaza Bonita Rd, Sweetwater Rd

The South Bay's go-to shopping destination draws thousands daily. Our drivers know every parking structure entrance, loading dock, and access road. Dead batteries and fender benders in the lots are our bread and butter.

Harbor District & Marina

12–16 min

Tidelands Ave, Bay Marina Dr, Pepper Park

National City's waterfront along San Diego Bay. Marina slips, Pepper Park, and the Bayshore Bikeway. Waterfront parking lots and narrow marina roads require careful maneuvering — our flatbed drivers are trained for it.

Old Town National City

11–17 min

8th St, Roosevelt Ave, A Ave, B Ave

The original heart of the city — historic bungalows, tree-lined streets, and community parks. Narrow residential streets and tight driveways are no obstacle for our recovery equipment.

Sweetwater / South NC

15–22 min

Sweetwater Rd, Euclid Ave, Palm Ave

Southern National City where the Sweetwater River meets the bay. Close to the Chula Vista border with quick access to SR-54. Shopping plazas, schools, and the Sweetwater Town & Country center.

Road & Freeway Coverage

I-5, SR-54 & Highland Ave

I-5

Interstate 5

The Pacific Coast corridor cuts straight through National City. Exits at Civic Center Dr, 8th Street, Plaza Blvd, and Bay Marina Dr are our highest-volume dispatch points. The I-5/I-805 merge just north of NC is one of the region's most accident-prone interchanges.

Civic Center Dr8th StreetPlaza BlvdBay Marina DrMain St
SR-54

State Route 54

Connects National City to Spring Valley and the East County. The SR-54/I-805 interchange at the city's southeast corner sees heavy commuter traffic and frequent breakdowns during rush hour.

Sweetwater RdEuclid AvePlaza Bonita
LOCAL

Highland Avenue

National City's main north-south commercial street parallel to I-5. Runs from the trolley station area all the way south to Sweetwater. Heavy pedestrian and vehicle traffic means fender benders and lockouts are a constant.

8th St18th St24th St30th St
🏙️South Bay Based
⏱️15 Min Avg ETA
🛡️Licensed & Insured
💰Upfront Pricing
🇺🇸Military Discount
🌙True 24/7 Service
Common Questions

National City Towing FAQ

How fast can you reach National City?

Our average response to National City is 15 minutes. We stage trucks near the I-5/Plaza Blvd interchange, giving us immediate access to Mile of Cars, Highland Avenue, Plaza Bonita, and the Harbor District. During peak hours, the I-5/I-805 merge can slow outside responders — but we're already inside NC.

Do you work with Mile of Cars dealerships?

Yes — we're a preferred towing provider for over 20 dealerships on National City Boulevard. We handle new inventory transports between lots, customer vehicle towing, trade-in moves, and auction vehicle delivery. Our flatbed trucks ensure zero-damage transport for new and luxury inventory.

Can you tow from Plaza Bonita's parking structure?

Absolutely. Our trucks fit inside Westfield Plaza Bonita's multi-level parking garage. We handle dead batteries, lockouts, and collision tows from the mall daily — including the tight corners of the covered parking levels.

What does towing cost in National City?

Local towing within National City starts at $95 with $5 per additional mile. Jump starts and lockouts start at $65. We always give you the exact price before dispatching — no hidden fees. Dealership accounts get volume pricing.

Do you cover the I-5/I-805 merge area?

Yes — the I-5/I-805 merge just north of National City is one of San Diego's busiest and most accident-prone interchanges. We coordinate with CHP for shoulder recoveries, disabled vehicle removal, and accident towing in this area multiple times per week.

Is there a trolley station nearby for after-tow transit?

National City has two trolley stations — 8th Street and 24th Street — on the Blue Line. If your car needs to stay at the shop, you can hop on the trolley to get home. We can tow your vehicle to a shop near either station if that helps.

Stranded in National City?

Mile of Cars to the Marina — one call and we're on our way.

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