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Roadside assistance and towing on the route from Poland to Istria (Croatia) covers the transit through Czechia, Austria and Slovenia and the whole Istrian peninsula along the A9 and A8 motorways. The service runs 24/7 and covers cars, campers, trailers and motorcycles; the vehicle can be transported back to Poland.
Route Overview
You drive to Istria yourself — and if the car stops on the way or once you arrive, we get you and your car home. Pula, Poreč and Rovinj are among the closest Adriatic resorts for Polish drivers and their neighbours, and the route crosses Czechia, Austria and Slovenia before the peninsula. We are a Poland-based recovery company serving drivers across the region. Call us and we will take care of your car, camper or motorcycle wherever it stops, and bring it home to your own country if a repair abroad is not worthwhile.
Practical information for the road
Vignettes, tolls and borders
- Czechia – an electronic vignette (dálniční známka) is required for motorways.
- Austria – a vignette is required (sticker or digital version).
- Slovenia – an e-vignette (e-vinjeta) is required; note the shortest one is weekly, there is no daily option, so even a brief transit means a weekly vignette.
- Croatia – NO vignette. You pay tolls on the motorways (currently at ticket booths, including on the Istrian Y A9/A8 and for the Učka tunnel; Croatia is rolling out an electronic system, so the way you pay will change over time).
Have each country's vignette before you cross its border — checks are common in season.
What you must carry in the car
On this route a warning triangle and a reflective vest are mandatory – keep the vest in the cabin (not the boot) and put it on before you get out after a breakdown; ideally one per passenger. A first-aid kit is required in the transit countries on this route. Spare bulbs are useful too. Missing equipment can mean a fine if you are stopped.
When to set off
The worst queues on the way to Istria are on summer Saturdays – on the Slovenian A1 and at the Rupa border crossing, where traffic for the whole Croatian coast converges. If you can, travel midweek or early in the morning, and take a break every 2–3 hours.
The most common summer breakdowns on this route
The hardest part for the car is the drive through rolling Slovenia and the descent to the Adriatic – that is where overheating on the climbs and clutch trouble in the heat happen most. If the temperature gauge rises, pull over and switch off, but do not open a hot cooling system until it has cooled.
What affects the cost of towing from abroad
We do not quote a fixed price – every case is priced individually. It depends on:
- the distance and where the car must go (nearest workshop or home to your own country),
- the vehicle type and weight (car, camper, trailer, motorcycle),
- whether an on-the-spot repair is possible,
- whether you have assistance or comprehensive (AC) cover.
Call and describe the situation – we will give you the realistic options, with no obligation.
Assistance, third-party (OC) and comprehensive (AC) cover abroad
Third-party (OC) insurance does not cover towing your own car. Abroad, assistance cover is what matters – check whether yours applies abroad and how far it tows, as some only reach the nearest workshop. With assistance we work with your insurer; without it, we arrange transport independently.
What to tell us when you call
To get help moving as fast as possible, have four things ready:
- which country and road you are on,
- the nearest kilometre marker or exit name,
- the make and type of vehicle (car, camper, trailer, motorcycle),
- briefly what happened.
We handle the rest – the callout, contacting a workshop and any onward transport.
What we do after you call
As soon as you call, we establish exactly where you are, what you are driving and what happened. Then we:
- judge whether on-the-spot help is enough or a tow is needed,
- arrange the callout and, if needed, a workshop along the route,
- if a repair abroad is not worthwhile, transport the vehicle (and, where possible, the passengers) home to your own country,
- work with your insurer if you have assistance cover.
Throughout, you have a Polish-speaking contact.
What we do on this route
- Roadside assistance and recovery anywhere along the journey — en route through Czechia, Austria and Slovenia, or once you are in Istria itself.
- Every vehicle type: fully loaded cars, vans, campers and caravans, motorcycles, light trucks and cars carrying roof boxes.
- Coordination with workshops en route and in Istria itself when an on-the-spot repair is possible.
- Help on the ‘Istrian Y’ (the A9 and A8) and the local roads down to the resorts.
- Recovery home to your own country (Poland, Czechia, Slovakia, the Baltics) when a repair abroad is not worthwhile.
- A Polish- or English-speaking contact around the clock, including at the height of the season.
Who we help on this route
- families in fully loaded cars, including with roof boxes,
- campers and caravans,
- motorcyclists,
- vans and 7–9-seat vehicles,
- light trucks and cars with trailers,
- electric cars (flatbed transport).
What to see – Istria
Istria is known for towns right on the sea and an interior of vineyards and olive groves. The most common destinations are Pula with its Roman amphitheatre, Poreč with the Euphrasian Basilica, picturesque Rovinj, Umag and Novigrad in the north, and Medulin and Fažana (the gateway to the Brijuni islands) in the south. Most resorts sit close to the A9 motorway, which makes a tow truck easy to bring in if something happens locally.
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Route Coverage
What to do in case of breakdown?
Follow these steps
Secure the area
- Turn on hazard lights immediately
- Pull over to the shoulder or emergency lane
- Place warning triangle 50-100m behind vehicle
- Put on reflective vest
- Exit vehicle on the side away from traffic
Call for help
- Call: +48 601 41 90 98
- Provide exact location (street, number, landmark)
- Describe vehicle make, model and color
- Provide license plate number
- Describe the problem (breakdown, collision, out of fuel)
Wait safely
- Stay in a safe place behind the barriers
- Do not attempt to repair the vehicle yourself
- Take photos of the location and any damage
- Do not accept help from strangers
- Keep your phone charged if possible
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Do you recover the car home if it can't be fixed in Istria?
Yes. If a repair in Istria is not worthwhile or not possible, we arrange transport of the vehicle home to your own country — not only to Poland, but also to Czechia, Slovakia or the Baltics. Tell us where you are and what you are driving and we will send the right tow truck.
Can you help with a camper or caravan too?
Yes. We handle campers, caravans and larger vehicles, not just cars. When you call, give us the type and dimensions so we can send a tow truck with the right capacity.
Are there still checks at the Slovenia–Croatia border?
Since 2023 Croatia has been in the Schengen area, so there are no longer routine border checks between Slovenia and Croatia. Still carry your documents — occasional spot checks can happen.
Which vignettes do I need on the way to Istria?
Vignettes are required in Czechia, Austria and Slovenia. Croatia has no vignette — there you pay tolls at booths, including on the Istrian Y and for the Učka tunnel. Buy each vignette before you cross that border.
Do you help at night or on a Sunday?
Yes, we operate around the clock, including weekends and holidays – that is exactly when breakdowns on holiday routes happen most.
Will the assistance on my policy work on this route?
It depends on the policy – check whether your assistance applies abroad and how far it tows. Third-party (OC) cover does not tow your own car. If you have assistance we work with your insurer; if not, we arrange transport ourselves.
Do you tow electric cars?
Yes. We carry an electric car on a flatbed to the nearest working charger or home to your own country – we do not tow it on its wheels, as that can damage the drivetrain.
What if it is not a breakdown but a collision?
We help transport a damaged car too. After a collision abroad, fill in an accident statement or call the police (112) and take photos – you will need them for the insurer.
What if I am not the car's owner?
That is fine – we only need consent and the vehicle details. Keep the registration document and an ID with you.
Do you provide road assistance across Silesia?
Yes! We operate in the northern part of the Silesian voivodeship — serving 17 towns within about 25 km of Koziegłowy, including Częstochowa, Zawiercie, Myszków and Siewierz, plus the A1 motorway and national roads DK1, DK78 and DK91. Our dispatch line is available 24/7 — call +48 601 41 90 98 and we'll send the nearest tow truck.
How much does road assistance cost?
Every situation is different — pricing depends on distance, vehicle type (car vs truck vs motorcycle), time of day, and the specific situation (simple tow vs accident recovery vs winching from a ditch). Use our online calculator at /en/cennik for a quick estimate, or call +48 601 41 90 98 — we ALWAYS quote the price before starting, so there are no surprises or hidden fees.
Can I pay by card?
Yes, we accept cards (Visa, Mastercard), cash, BLIK, and bank transfer. For insurance cases, we handle direct billing with the insurer — you may not need to pay anything out of pocket. We also issue VAT invoices for business clients.
How quickly will you arrive?
In cities, we typically arrive in 15-25 minutes. On motorways and intercity routes, expect 30-45 minutes. Response times depend on traffic and distance, but we always dispatch the nearest available truck. Call +48 601 41 90 98 for a real-time estimate.
What is road assistance?
Road assistance means on-the-spot help when your vehicle has a problem: battery jump-start, flat tire change, emergency fuel delivery, lockout service (keys locked inside), and minor on-site repairs. If the problem can't be fixed roadside, we tow your vehicle to the nearest workshop. Available 24/7, even on holidays.
Useful resources: GDDKiA — traffic updates for Polish national roads · Emergency number 112 — official information