Templeton sits along U.S. 101, about 6.8 miles and roughly an 8-minute drive from Atascadero. If your car will not start, has a flat you cannot fix, or was in a collision, (805) 391-5157 connects you with licensed and insured local towing professionals.
This page covers what to know about getting a tow in and around Templeton, a community of 8,368 people as of the 2020 Census.
Where breakdowns happen around Templeton
U.S. 101 runs through town, and State Route 46 meets it at the north edge of Templeton. A stalled car near that junction can be stressful, so it helps to know your direction of travel and the nearest cross street or landmark before you call.
In the Main Street business district, trouble is more likely to be a dead battery or a car that will not start while parked. Main Street was rebuilt in brick after an 1898 fire. Twin Cities Hospital is another useful reference point when you describe where you are.
Out among the vineyards and wineries, roads can be quiet and rural. Give the dispatcher the road name, the closest winery or intersection, and anything you can see around you.
Heat, cold and fog
Summer highs in Templeton can reach near 100 F. Heat is hard on batteries, and a battery that keeps needing jump starts may need testing or replacement. Winter lows of 20 to 25 F can make a weak battery fail on a cold morning.
Fog can also push in through the Templeton Gap. If visibility drops and your car stops working, pull fully off the road if you can and turn on your hazard lights.
What to have ready when you call
A few details help the dispatcher send the right truck:
- Your exact location, including highway direction and the nearest cross street or landmark
- Your vehicle's year, make and model
- Whether the vehicle rolls and steers
- Where you want it taken
Flatbed towing is generally recommended for all-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive vehicles, low-clearance and classic cars, most electric vehicles and motorcycles. It is also the usual choice for vehicles that cannot roll. For an RV, trailer or box truck, expect questions about weight and length so the equipment matches the job.
Staying safe while you wait
If you can, get fully off the roadway and keep away from traffic. On the shoulder of U.S. 101, if you cannot get safely away from the car, stay inside with your seat belt on. Call 911 for any injury or emergency.
On state highways, the California Highway Patrol handles collisions, and officers may call a tow to clear a vehicle. Before the truck is sent, the dispatcher will quote you a price over the phone. Ask about payment options then, since they vary by provider.
When you are ready, call (805) 391-5157 and describe where you are in Templeton.