J1–J11 · Core coverage

M42 Breakdown Recovery — 24/7

Stuck on the M42? The motorway loops east and south of Birmingham, tying the M5, M6 and M40 together past the NEC, Airport and Solihull. Z&Z Auto Recovery covers the full J1–J11 stretch, 24/7.

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24/7 · Fully insured · Rated 4.9★ (64+ Google reviews) · M42 response: Fast — central to our coverage

MotorwayM42 — Bromsgrove to Tamworth (J1–J11)
Route coveredBromsgrove · Solihull / NEC · East Birmingham · Tamworth
Availability24/7 — day, night, weekends & holidays
Connecting motorwaysM6, M40, M5, M6 Toll
Broken down on a live lane? Get to safety and call 999 first. Then call us on 07751 000 095
On the M42 we handle: 24/7 Breakdown Recovery Accident Management Car Recovery & Transportation Van Recovery & Transportation Jumpstart & Battery Wheel Changing & Tyre

Motorway Recovery

Recovery on the M42

The M42 is one of the busiest orbital routes in the Midlands, with smart-motorway sections where the hard shoulder is used as a running lane. That makes stopping safely more complex — we know where the emergency refuge areas are along J1–J11 and reach broken-down drivers quickly, day or night.

Much of the M42 runs as a controlled smart motorway with variable speed limits and stretches with no permanent hard shoulder. If you lose power here, head for a marked orange emergency refuge area if you possibly can — Hopwood Park Services near J2 is the main stopping point on the southern section.

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Nearest driver
Z&Z Auto Recovery loading a vehicle from the M42

What we get called out for on the M42

  • Breakdowns and warning lights on the M42 between J1 and J11
  • Blowouts and flat tyres at speed on the Bromsgrove–Tamworth stretch
  • Accident recovery and non-runners after a collision on the M42
  • Loss of power, overheating or running out of fuel approaching J6
  • Cars, vans and 4x4s recovered from the bromsgrove to tamworth (j1–j11) and its slip roads

M42 · J1–J11

Junctions we cover on the M42

We respond to breakdowns and accidents right along the bromsgrove to tamworth (j1–j11). Call us with your junction or nearest marker post.

J1 Bromsgrove, A38
J3 Portway, A435
J3a M40 interchange
J4 Shirley, A34
J5 Solihull, A41
J6 Birmingham Airport, NEC, A45
J7 M6 interchange
J9 Curdworth, A4097
J10 Tamworth, A5
J11 Measham, A42
Emergency · M42

24/7 dispatch

Broken down at any hour on the M42, we send the nearest available driver towards your junction straight away.

Safety first

Off the carriageway fast

A motorway is the most dangerous place to stop. We prioritise getting you and your vehicle off the M42 quickly and safely.

Route knowledge

We know every junction

From J1 to J11, we know the M42’s junctions, refuges and service areas.

Services on the M42

What we do on the M42

The full Z&Z Auto Recovery range, available across the motorway network.

24/7 Breakdown Recovery Motorway Recovery Car Recovery & Transportation Van Recovery & Transportation Jumpstart & Battery Fuel Delivery Wheel Changing & Tyre Auction Collection Scrap Vehicle Collection Accident Management Skate Recovery Motorbike Recovery Battery Replacement Forklift Transportation

Connecting motorways

We also cover the routes the M42 links to.

M6 M40 M5 M6 Toll

Towns along the M42

Local recovery in the areas this motorway serves.

Coventry Kenilworth Warwickshire

Motorway Info

M42 recovery — FAQs

What should I do if I break down on the M42?
Get your vehicle onto the hard shoulder or into an emergency refuge area if you can, put your hazard lights on, and — where it’s safe — leave by the nearside door and wait behind the safety barrier, away from traffic. On a smart-motorway stretch with no hard shoulder, follow the signs and call 999 if you’re stranded in a live lane. Then call us on 07751 000 095 and we’ll come to you.
How quickly can you reach me on the M42?
We send the nearest available driver towards your junction on the M42, covering the bromsgrove to tamworth (j1–j11) from Bromsgrove to Tamworth. Exact timing depends on where you are along the J1–J11 stretch and current traffic — call us for a live ETA before you book.
Which junctions of the M42 do you cover?
We cover the J1–J11 stretch, including J1 (Bromsgrove, A38), J3 (Portway, A435), J3a (M40 interchange), J4 (Shirley, A34) and more. Call us with your junction or the nearest driver-location marker post and we’ll confirm.
What service areas and routes connect to the M42?
Much of the M42 runs as a controlled smart motorway with variable speed limits and stretches with no permanent hard shoulder. If you lose power here, head for a marked orange emergency refuge area if you possibly can — Hopwood Park Services near J2 is the main stopping point on the southern section. The M42 also links to the M6, M40, M5, M6 Toll, which we cover too, along with local recovery in Coventry, Kenilworth, Warwickshire.
Do you recover vehicles after an accident on the M42?
Yes. We handle accident recovery and non-runners on the M42, load damaged vehicles safely, and take them to your chosen garage, storage or home address anywhere in the UK. There’s no breakdown cover or membership needed — just a clear price agreed up front. Note that for a live-lane incident, the police or National Highways may direct which operator attends for safety.

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What Our Customers Say

Genuine reviews from drivers across Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond.

“Excellent service! The recovery truck arrived quickly and the driver was very professional and friendly. He handled my car with great care and made the whole process stress-free. Affordable price, reliable timing, and top-class service. Highly recommended to anyone who needs fast and trustworthy recovery.”
Zain A
“Fantastic service! I was stuck in the dark on the motorway, and the recovery truck came really quickly. The driver was professional, friendly, and made me feel safe and secure throughout the whole experience. I couldn’t have asked for better help — highly recommend this company for fast and reliable roadside assistance!”
Kashef Shah
“I was on my way to Rugby when I had an accident and my car was badly damaged. I called Z&Z Auto Recovery, and they arrived within half an hour. The service was excellent and very professional.”
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“I had an excellent experience with this recovery company! My car broke down unexpectedly, and they arrived quickly to help. The driver was professional, friendly, and very efficient — he handled everything smoothly and even dropped me home.”
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“Brother Zeeshan gave me a fantastic service. Even on the motorway he came in 20 minutes, went miles away with me, and even helped me find a car garage. Strongly recommended — thanks a lot, brother.”
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“Highly recommended recovery service. I had to transport my car to the garage in Birmingham after unexpected issues with it.”
Maciej M, Birmingham
“Well deserved 5 stars from me. I needed my car recovered from Redditch Hospital car park — a somewhat complicated pickup spot. The truck turned up very quickly and the driver was understanding.”
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“Efficient and friendly service. Would highly recommend.”
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Broken down on the M42?

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