Did you just get into a car accident? Know your rights!

northwesterntowing
Sep 19, 2025
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Tow truck towing a car after accident in portland oregon. — Portland Oregon

When you’re involved in an accident in Portland or anywhere across Oregon, the last thing you want is confusion about your next steps. Between police reports, insurance phone calls, and figuring out transportation, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s why it’s important to know this: Oregon law protects your right to choose the repair shop of your choice after an accident.

At Northwestern Towing, we want every driver in Portland and beyond to understand this right and to know that whether your vehicle is a compact car, work van, or an 80,000 lb. tractor-trailer, we’ve got the towing solutions to get you safely off the road and into the shop you trust.

Your Rights After a Collision in Oregon

Insurance companies and roadside responders may try to steer you toward “preferred” shops. But Oregon law is clear: you, not your insurance company have the final say in where your vehicle gets repaired.

That means you’re not limited to a short list of shops. You’re free to select a local, independent, or trusted repair facility that works for you. In Portland, with its mix of mom-and-pop auto shops, dealer service centers, and heavy-duty fleet repair facilities, that choice matters.

"Northwestern Towing saved us a huge hassle last night after an ugly accident on I-205 near Powell Blvd. We made it out safely and they took care of everything with our insurance and was abl to get our vehicle taken to the shop we wanted."

Light Duty, Medium Duty, and Heavy Duty Towing—We Do It All

Light Duty Towing: From passenger cars, hybrids, and motorcycles to everyday SUVs, our Portland fleet is built to handle fast, damage-free towing.
Medium Duty Towing: Work vans, box trucks, RVs, and specialty vehicles—when you need more muscle, our equipment and expertise step in.
Heavy Duty Towing & Recovery: Tractor-trailers, buses, construction equipment, and everything in between. Portland’s bridges, steep grades, and tight urban spaces make heavy-duty recovery a specialized skill. Our team is trained and equipped to manage the toughest jobs.

Why This Matters in Portland

In a city like Portland where residents value independence, local business, and having a say in how things get done, the right to choose your own repair shop reflects Oregon values. Nobody wants to be pressured into using a shop they don’t know, trust, or feel comfortable with.

Choosing your own repair shop ensures:

You work with technicians you trust.
You can support local Portland businesses.
You have control over how your vehicle is handled after an already stressful situation.

Trust Northwestern Towing

As a Portland-owned and operated company, we’ve built our reputation on trust, professionalism, and expertise, from light duty roadside calls to complex heavy-duty recoveries. When you call Northwestern Towing, you’re not just getting a tow, you’re getting a partner who knows your rights and will help you exercise them.

If you’re in an accident in Portland or anywhere in Oregon, remember: it’s your car, your choice. And we’ll make sure it gets to the repair shop you trust.