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The tow yard on M-139, serving Southwest Michigan since 1956

Zielke Towing & Tire is not a dispatch app or a franchise. It’s a yard, a fabrication shop, a fleet of trucks, and a phone that gets answered — at 1303 M-139 in Benton Harbor, serving Southwest Michigan since 1956.

Serving Since 1956Owner: Jason Arndt, Since 20044.8★ · 521 Google ReviewsIn-House Welding & Fabrication

The story

From Rescue Towing to today

The business’s roots trace back to 1956. Over the decades it grew into Rescue Towing, which Ken Zielke purchased from Dennis Eisenhart in the early 1980s and built into a name Berrien County knew for dependable recovery work. In February 2004, Jason Arndt and his wife bought Zielke Towing from Ken — and have run it as a family business ever since.

Jason’s towing life started long before that. He grew up around the industry and was working for family friends’ towing companies by age 14, learning recovery, equipment maintenance, and heavy-duty work from operators who’d spent decades at it. In 1997 he launched his own auto service, towing, and welding operations, which became the foundation for everything since.

That welding side is a real advantage, not a tagline. Jason operates a fully equipped welding and fabrication shop, so the company builds, modifies, and repairs its own towing and recovery equipment — and engineers custom solutions for the odd recoveries this work throws at you. Since 2004 the fleet has grown to include modern rollback carriers, wreckers, and heavy-duty recovery rigs.

How a call works

Four steps, no mystery

  • You describe it. Vehicle, drivetrain, location, what happened. Sixty seconds.
  • We quote it. A price and an ETA on that same call — from a dispatcher who can see the trucks.
  • The right truck rolls. Flatbed for AWD, winch rig for ditches, heavy wrecker for box trucks. No guessing.
  • The invoice matches the quote. If on-scene conditions change the job, you hear it before the work happens.

Who we work for

Beyond everyday motorists, we handle work for area businesses and respond alongside law enforcement on local roads and along Interstate 94 — from passenger-car breakdowns to complex commercial vehicle recoveries. Commercial accounts include route carriers and manufacturers such as FedEx, Amazon, UPS, Walmart, Goodyear, Hill-Rom, and Harley-Davidson dealers.

Credentials

Licensed, insured, verifiable

  • Family-owned and locally operated — Jason Arndt, since 2004
  • Commercial auto & general liability insurance on every truck
  • Light, medium, and heavy-duty equipment in-fleet
  • In-house welding & fabrication shop for custom recovery rigs
  • Tire sales, mounting, balancing, and repair on-site
  • Decades of experience with law enforcement and commercial recovery

Find us

Business information

Zielke Towing & Tire
1303 M-139, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Phone: (269) 925-9573
Hours: Open 24 hours, Monday–Sunday, including holidays
Service area: Berrien, Van Buren & Kalamazoo counties

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(269) 925-9573
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1303 M-139, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
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Open 24 hours, Mon–Sun
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What We Offer

  • Light, Medium, and Heavy-Duty Towing: Safely transporting vehicles of all sizes.
  • Roadside Assistance: Jump starts, tire changes, fuel delivery, and lockout services.
  • Complete Auto Repairs: Brakes, suspension, electrical systems, and more.
  • Custom Fabrication: Expert welding and machine shop services for vehicles and tow trucks.

Related Services

  • Roadside Assistance
  • Heavy-Duty Towing
  • Auto Repair Services
  • Lockout Assistance

24/7 emergency towing

(269) 925-9573

  • +12699259573
  • info@zielketowingandtire.com
  • 1303 M-139, Benton Harbor, MI 49022, United States
Zielke Towing flatbed truck hooked up to a broken-down FedEx box truck on a residential street

Why us

Why Choose Zielke Towing & Tire?

  • Comprehensive Services: Whether it’s emergency towing, long-distance hauls, or roadside assistance, we have you covered.
  • Experience That Counts: Our skilled team brings decades of expertise in towing and vehicle repair.
  • Family Values: As a family-owned business, we treat every customer like one of our own.
  • Community-Centered: Proudly serving Benton Harbor, Coloma, Watervliet, and surrounding areas.
  • 24/7 Support: Vehicle trouble doesn’t keep a schedule—and neither do we. Call us any time, day or night.
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Who We Are

We’re more than a towing company. We’re a family-owned operation that values integrity, hard work, and exceptional service. Our roots go back to 1956, and since 2004 owner Jason Arndt has grown the fleet and services to meet the growing needs of our community. Over the years, Zielke Towing & Tire has become a staple in Benton Harbor, St. Joseph, Stevensville, and beyond, offering reliable solutions tailored to the diverse needs of our customers.

Contact Us Today!

Need a tow? Stuck on the side of the road? Trust the team at Zielke Towing & Tire. Call us anytime at (269) 925-9573 or visit our location at 1303 M-139, Benton Harbor, MI.
269) 925-9573

FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions

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What areas do you serve?
We serve Benton Harbor, Saint Joseph, Stevensville, Bridgman, and surrounding areas across Berrien and Van Buren counties.
Are your services available 24/7?
Yes, we’re available around the clock for towing and roadside assistance.
Do you repair heavy-duty vehicles?
Absolutely. We specialize in light, medium, and heavy-duty towing and repairs.
Can I visit your shop for auto repairs?
Yes! Visit us at 1303 M-139, Benton Harbor, for complete vehicle services.