Broken down on the road, or need to move a car? Before you call anyone, read this: how to keep yourself safe first, when you need a tow and when you don't, and the questions that protect you from surprise prices.
A car can be replaced; you can't. Do these first.
If you can, pull over to the side. Put your hazard lights on, then get yourself and your passengers out and away from traffic, and wait somewhere safe.
If it's safe, place the warning triangle some distance behind the car. Don't walk in the road between cars.
Send your map location on WhatsApp; it's faster and more accurate than describing it.
If it's the battery or a flat tyre, a mobile service is usually cheaper. See the section below.
💥 An accident? Report it first through the official channels (the traffic police or the accident-reporting service) before moving the car, unless you're told to move it off the road.
Sometimes a mobile service is enough, and cheaper.
Usually the battery. A mobile battery technician can come to you to test it or get it started; it's cheaper than a tow.
A mobile tyre service is usually enough; no tow needed.
Report it first through the official channels before moving the car, unless you're told to move it off the road.
Stop safely straight away and switch off. Don't keep driving or the engine can be ruined. A tow is cheaper than a new engine.
Don't tow an automatic with its wheels on the ground. Ask for a flatbed that carries the whole car.
The wheels may not turn. Tell the driver first so they bring the right equipment.
Your car and its condition decide.
Cheaper, and fine for most cars.
Lowers and loads the car level.
Save a trusted tow truck's number in your phone before you need it.
Always keep a warning triangle in the car.
Keep a charger in the car so you can call and send your location.
A battery over two years old in the Riyadh heat: have it checked before summer.
Ask on the phone before they set off. A good driver won't mind.
Agree it on WhatsApp before they come, with the address from and to.
Ask first so you're not surprised.
Say what car it is and its condition, so they know what's needed.
Within Riyadh usually 30 minutes to an hour.
Take your important things out, and agree who receives the key at the garage.
If you can, use a driver someone you know has used, or one with genuine reviews.
One sign on its own doesn't prove anything, but take care if you see them.
Agree the price in writing first.
"It was far" or "the car is difficult" after they arrive. Ask about this first.
It can damage the gearbox. Ask for a flatbed that carries the whole car.
Take a minute and photograph the car from every side.
Rough prices for moving a small car within Riyadh. Use them to spot a quote that's way off, not as fixed prices. The price depends on the distance, the time of day and the type of flatbed.
| Service | Rough price |
|---|---|
| Standard flatbed within Riyadh | SAR 100 – 200 |
| Hydraulic flatbed within Riyadh | SAR 250 – 450 |
| Very short distance (some offers) | From SAR 50 |
💡 Agree the full price before the truck sets off, and ask whether it costs more at night or if the car is hard to load.
🚗 Low, luxury or damaged cars: ask for a hydraulic flatbed, which loads the car without scraping the bumper.
A rough guide from 5 sources in Riyadh (October 2026), including tow price guides and classified ads. Transport between cities is priced by distance. The final price is agreed between you and the driver. Laqeeni doesn't set prices or take commission.
A hydraulic flatbed lowers and loads the car level, better for low, luxury and damaged cars. A standard one is cheaper and fine for most cars.
Within Riyadh usually 30 minutes to an hour, depending on where you are, traffic and the time.
No. Laqeeni is a directory that connects you with the driver directly. You agree and pay between you.
Last updated: October 2026
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