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Browse the complete collection of stories from Tow Industry Week in one place. Explore the latest towing and recovery news, wrecks and recoveries, business insights, industry features, equipment and product updates, videos, repossession coverage, and more from across the towing industry.
Driver Arrested Nearly Two Months After Towman's Death
A driver suspected of killing a tow truck operator in a hit-and-run crash on the 110 Freeway in Los Angeles has been arrested nearly two months after the…
Jan 161 min read
Towman Takes a Stand Against Tow Truck Vehicle Theft
As vehicle thefts involving tow trucks rise, one towman is stepping forward to protect motorists and defend his profession. Joshua Acosta of Pepe’s Towing…
Jan 151 min read
Inside the Ambulance Chaser Playbook: Why Tow Operators Are Targeted
By Randall C. Resch When it comes to the “legal side” of our line-of-tow work, let it be known: I don’t have a warm spot for attorneys. Have you ever…
Jan 154 min read
One Winch Length at a Time: How a Bobcat Saved a Stranded Semi
By George L. Nitti A tractor-trailer, attempting to reach a distribution center near Bridgeport, Ohio, had gone somewhere it never should have been…
Jan 143 min read
Tennessee Seeks Citizenship Proof From 8,000 CDL Holders
Tennessee is asking about 8,000 commercial driver license holders to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful residence following an audit by the state…
Jan 141 min read
Philadelphia Towman Shot and Killed Inside Vehicle
A towman was killed and a woman was critically wounded after a shooting inside the tow truck Sunday night in Northeast Philadelphia, police said. Tower…
Jan 131 min read
Duffy Withholds $160M Over California Truck Licenses
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is withholding nearly $160 million from California after the state missed the Jan. 5 deadline to revoke more than…
Jan 91 min read
Detroit Towing Association Raises Concerns Over Michigan House Bills
The Detroit Towing Association (DTA) is voicing strong concerns over proposed legislation currently before the Michigan House Regulatory Reform Committee…
Jan 81 min read
Built in Blue: A Patriotic Wrecker Takes First Place in Baltimore
By George L. Nitti When Joe Furlong brought his custom-built wrecker to the 2025 American Towman Exposition in Baltimore this past November, he knew the…
Jan 72 min read
LaMalfa and Campbell, Two Automotive Champions, Remembered
The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) is mourning the passing of two longtime champions of American car culture and the automotive…
Jan 71 min read
What Tow Operators Need to Know About Marijuana
By Brian J. Riker A tow operator can lose their CDL—and their livelihood—even if marijuana use is legal in their state. With some form of marijuana or…
Jan 63 min read
Community Supports Milwaukee Towman Shot during Repo
The Milwaukee towing community and local residents rallied in support of Alfredo Martin, a tow truck driver who was shot while repossessing a vehicle late…
Jan 61 min read
Drivers Warned as California Expands SDMO
California drivers are being urged to pay close attention as an expanded Slow Down, Move Over law takes effect January 1, strengthening protections for…
Jan 21 min read
Highway Gamble: When Tow Operators Take Extreme Risks
By Randall C. Resch A recent forum video captured my attention for all the wrong reasons—specifically, the risks some operators take by placing themselves…
Dec 31, 20254 min read
Milwaukee Parking Crackdown Nears as Grace Ends
Drivers in Milwaukee are just days away from facing vehicle tows as a grace period on the city’s new parking enforcement rules comes to an end. Beginning…
Dec 31, 20251 min read
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