If your car has stopped because the tank is empty in the Boston area, call Boston Towing Service and ask for a fuel drop. A truck can bring gasoline or diesel to where you are parked, so you can restart without a tow. Confirm the fuel type, the amount, and the price before the truck leaves.
An empty tank is one of the few breakdowns that does not need a tow. A truck brings a few gallons, you pour them in, and you drive to a station under your own power. Boston Towing Service dispatches from 9 New Washington St in Somerville, MA, and the phones are answered Mon–Fri Open 24 hours, closed Sat–Sun.
Before you call, work out three things: your exact location, whether the car takes gasoline or diesel, and whether you are somewhere safe to wait. Those three answers decide how quickly a driver can find you and what goes in the can.
Should I ask for fuel or a tow when I run dry?
Ask for fuel first. A fuel drop usually costs less than hauling the car, and most vehicles restart after a couple of gallons. If the car stalled for another reason, say a failed pump or a dead battery, fresh fuel will not fix it, and the driver will tell you so on arrival.
Market rates for a plain tow near Boston typically run $50–$125 across published figures from local providers. That is not a quote from this business. Ask for the fuel-drop price on the phone, then compare.
What do I tell the dispatcher so the right fuel shows up?
Say gasoline or diesel, and say it twice if you are unsure of the car. Putting gasoline in a diesel tank is expensive to undo, so do not turn the key if that has already happened. Say so on the call and ask for advice before anything else.
- The cross street or the nearest address, not just the neighborhood
- Whether the car is on a travel lane, a shoulder, or a parking spot
- Year, make and model, plus the color
- A number that will pick up when the driver calls back
What should I do while I wait?
Get everyone out of the lane side of the car and turn on the hazards. On a busy road, standing behind a guardrail is safer than sitting in the vehicle. Ask for the fuel amount to be stated up front, because a few gallons only buys the distance to the nearest pump.
Can a tow truck bring me gas in Boston?
Yes, ask Boston Towing Service for a fuel drop when you call. Tell the dispatcher your location and whether the car takes gasoline or diesel. Confirm the price before the truck is sent.
What if I put the wrong fuel in my car?
Do not start the engine. Running a misfueled engine spreads the contamination through the lines and pump. Tell the dispatcher exactly what went in and ask whether a tow is the better call.
How much does a fuel delivery cost?
There is no published price, so ask for one when you call. Published tow rates near Boston typically run $50–$125, which gives you a reference point but not a quote.