Towing
Light & Medium Duty Towing
Damage-free flatbed towing for cars, trucks, SUVs and lifted vehicles anywhere on Oahu.
Open now · 24 hours · 7 days
Stranded on Oahu?We're on the way.
Locally owned towing and roadside help from Ewa Beach to the North Shore. A real local answers the phone, day or night, weekends and holidays.
5.0 ★★★★★90 reviews on Google
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When you call
One call. The truck rolls.
When you're stranded, a phone call gets help moving right away, with no waiting on a reply. Here is what happens next.
01 · Call or text
Tell us
- Your location: a city, cross street or nearby landmark
- Where the vehicle needs to go
- What you're driving: car, lifted truck, EV or equipment
- The kind of help you need: tow, jump, lockout, tire or fuel
02 · Before we roll
Honest quote
With those details we give you an honest, up-front quote and an estimated arrival time before the truck rolls. No hidden fees, no surprises.
03 · On the way
Damage-free
The right truck for the job. Flatbeds, soft straps and proper tie-downs on every load, from a quick jump start to a Bobcat excavator.
What we do
Full-service towing for all of Oahu.
From a simple jump start to lifted truck transport, exotic EV hauling and heavy equipment moves. Every service available 24/7, island-wide.
Luxury, exotic & EV
High-End Vehicle Transport
Damage-free flatbed transport for luxury, exotic, EV and custom vehicles.
Heavy equipment
Machinery & Equipment Transport
Transport for excavators, forklifts, Bobcats and heavy commercial equipment.
Commercial
Specialty & Commercial Transport
Food trucks, work vans, trailers and oversized vehicles moved safely.
Bikes
Motorcycle Towing
Safe, damage-free flatbed transport for motorcycles and bikes.
After a collision
Accident Recovery
After-accident vehicle recovery and towing, handled with care during a stressful time.
We come to you
Mobile Mechanic
On-site auto repair and maintenance: our mechanic comes to you, 24/7.
On the spot
Tire Repair & Plugs
Roadside flat tire repair: we plug the puncture and get you rolling again.
Short and long term
Auto Storage
Secure short and long-term vehicle storage on Oahu.
Roadside Assistance
Jump starts, lockouts, tire changes and fuel delivery: fast help wherever you are stuck.
Lockout Service
Locked your keys inside? We get you back in your vehicle without damage.
Jump Starts
Mobile jump start service to get a dead battery going again, fast.
Tire Service
Flat tire on the road? We change it on the spot or tow you to a shop.
Fuel Delivery
Ran out of gas? We bring fuel to your vehicle so you can get back on the road.
Winch-Out & Recovery
Stuck in mud, sand, a ditch or off-road? Our winch trucks pull you out.
Any vehicle
Lifted, lowered, electric or exotic.
We regularly transport lifted 4x4s, lowered and exotic vehicles, and EVs including Tesla Cybertrucks. Flatbeds, soft straps and proper tie-down points keep modified and high-end vehicles damage-free.
Owner · operatorSiaosi "George"
Meet the owner
Born in Ewa Beach, built for Oahu.
Aloha! I'm Siaosi (aka George), the owner of Poorman 808 Roadside. I started this business to provide honest, affordable, and fast roadside assistance to my community in Ewa Beach and the surrounding areas.
When you call Poorman 808, you're not getting a generic dispatcher from the mainland. You're getting a local who knows the island roads and cares about getting you home safely to your family.
- Native of Ewa Beach
- Licensed & insured
- USDOT 4307732
- Military friendly
2021
The start
Poorman 808 Roadside got its start in the wake of the COVID pandemic, as Poorman Towing & Transport, LLC.
808
The name
As we earned the trust of drivers across the island, we adopted the friendly, local name we're known by today, a nod to Hawaii's own area code.
24/7
Today
Locally owned and operated, based in Ewa Beach, serving every corner of Oahu around the clock, from light duty tows to heavy machinery.
What we stand for
The Poorman 808 promise.
Always Available
We answer the phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays. Vehicle trouble has no schedule, and neither do we.
Careful Handling
Flatbeds, soft straps and correct tie-down points protect your vehicle, from daily drivers to lifted builds and EVs.
Honest Service
Up-front quotes, straight answers and friendly local people. You are a neighbor, not a ticket number.
Island Knowledge
We know Oahu's roads, traffic and shortcuts, which means a faster, smoother response when you need it.
The Right Equipment
A maintained fleet and the right truck for every job, from compact cars to excavators and forklifts.
Full-Service Help
Towing, roadside assistance, recovery and equipment transport, all from one trusted local call.
What Oahu drivers say
Trusted across the island.
We're grateful for every customer who trusts us on one of their worst days.
"We needed a flatbed tow at 2:00 a.m. and, even though we have AAA, the earliest tow truck they could provide was over 6 hours away. I found this company online and called. George answered immediately, quoted an arrival time of 30 minutes, and showed up exactly when he said he would."
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Kelli Timoteo
Google review · 5 months ago"They towed my car from Haleiwa to Honolulu. Considering my car is all wheel drive they brought a flatbed for my car. Great communication between driver and dispatch. They even called me and took pictures of my vehicle to confirm the location of drop off."
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Samuel K
Google review · 3 months ago"Came within 30-40mins. They were able to fix the issue without needing to tow my truck. The worker George also took extra steps to fix other quick issues that he noticed on my truck at no additional cost. Best on the island."
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Brandon Spezzano
Google review · a month ago"I called a few other tow companies before this one, and none of them answered even though they claimed to be 24/7. Unko picked up the phone right away. If you have a stanced car like mine, this is definitely the guy to hit up."
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John Andrei Madelo
Google review · 5 months ago"George was really professional, helpful, and polite. Everything about this company was 5 star, from the phone call to inquire about towing my 1961 Chevy C-10 Apache to the VIN inspection and to the weigh station then back to my house."
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Anthony Rosa
Google review · 3 months ago"Siaosi was all that you need for a 5 star towing experience! On time! Well equipped! And safe from and to! We had a very expensive VW which was delivered without a scratch!"
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Mana Valdez
Google review · a month ago"Not only did he show up quickly and handle everything professionally, but he was also able to get onto base without any issues, which made a stressful situation way easier. Military friendly!"
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Kingsley Moore
Google review · 7 months ago"My Harley broke down and needed a trailer/flatbed in the early morning hours on a Sunday. He took care securing the motorcycle to the flatbed, showing his experience with towing motorcycles."
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Dane Macha
Google review · 7 months ago"George was very helpful in helping me remove our stuck spark plug. The shop was quoting us $3000 to remove engine head. George was able to do it for $300 and a couple hours. Highly recommend him as a mechanic too!"
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Zui Kim
Google review · 7 months ago"Tows extremely lowered or cambered cars with no damage. 10/10 definitely letting the homies know."
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Patton Sullivan
Google review · 6 months ago
Where we work
Serving all of Oahu.
24/7 towing and roadside assistance across the island. If you're on Oahu, we can reach you.
- Home baseEwa Beach
- Kapolei
- Waipahu
- Pearl City
- Aiea
- Mililani
- Honolulu
- Wahiawa
- Kaneohe
- Kailua
- North Shore
On the freeway? Name the direction (Ewa-bound or town-bound) and the nearest exit or mile marker. It helps your driver reach you faster.
Good to know
Answers for Oahu drivers.
Don't see your question? Just call, we're happy to help.
Are you available 24 hours a day?
Yes. Poorman 808 Roadside operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including weekends and holidays. Vehicle trouble does not keep business hours, and neither do we.
What areas of Oahu do you serve?
We provide island-wide towing and roadside service across Oahu, including Ewa Beach, Kapolei, Waipahu, Pearl City, Aiea, Mililani, Honolulu, Wahiawa, Kaneohe, Kailua and the North Shore. If you are on the island, we can reach you.
How fast can you get to me?
Response time depends on your location, the time of day and current traffic. As a local Oahu operator we know the island well and work to reach you as quickly as safely possible. Call us and we will give you an honest estimated arrival time.
How much does a tow cost?
Pricing depends on distance, vehicle type and the kind of service needed. We give clear, up-front quotes before the truck is dispatched, with no hidden fees. Call (808) 892-0158 with your location, destination and vehicle for a quote.
Can you tow lifted trucks, lowered cars and EVs?
Absolutely. We regularly transport lifted 4x4s, lowered and exotic vehicles, and EVs including Tesla Cybertrucks. We use flatbeds, soft straps and proper tie-down points to keep modified and high-end vehicles damage-free.
Do you transport heavy equipment and machinery?
Yes. We move excavators, Bobcats, skid steers, forklifts, containers and other commercial equipment across Oahu, properly secured and delivered to your job site.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept common payment methods. Please confirm payment options with our dispatcher when you call so there are no surprises.
My keys are locked in my car. Can you help?
Yes. We provide damage-free lockout service for cars, trucks, SUVs and vans. If a child or pet is locked inside, tell us right away so we can prioritize your call, and contact 911 if it is an emergency.
Do you handle accident recovery?
We do. We respond to accident scenes, safely recover damaged vehicles and transport them to a body shop, your home or storage. We work calmly and professionally during a stressful time.
Can you tow a non-running or project vehicle?
Yes. Non-running cars, project vehicles, food trucks, vans and trailers can all be loaded onto our flatbeds and transported safely.
Get in touch
Stranded right now? Call.
Don't wait alone on the road. Our dispatcher answers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
24/7 emergency dispatch(808) 892-0158
- Your location
- Where the vehicle needs to go
- What you're driving
- The kind of help you need
Email · non-urgent questions
poorman808roadside@gmail.comHours
Open 24 hours · 7 days a week · holidays included