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Highway Roadside Assistance

About Highway Roadside Assistance

The safety of Texas' motorists is one TxDOT's top priorities which is why the department offers free roadside assistance through its Highway Emergency Response Operator (HERO) program.

By reducing the risk of secondary crashes through its efforts, the program helps to make Texas roadways a safer place to travel. 

Austin Highway Emergency Response Operator (HERO) Roadside Assistance Program

TxDOT, with the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization, offers a free Austin-area patrol service program to clear minor crashes and assist motorists.

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El Paso TxDOT HERO truck

El Paso Highway Emergency Response Operator (HERO) Program

TxDOT provides the greater El Paso area with free roadside assistance and patrol service.

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TxDOT HERO trucks in front of the Alamo, San Antonio, TX

San Antonio Highway Emergency Response Operator (HERO) Program

TxDOT provides the greater San Antonio area with free roadside assistance and patrol service.

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