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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.
Tow Truck Convoy Honors Fallen Driver DJ Ortiz
Horns blared and lights flashed as approximately 200 tow trucks from across the East Coast formed a solemn convoy Tuesday to honor Daniel “DJ” Ortiz, a…
Jul 9, 20251 min read
Why Aren't We Listening? The Life-Saving Tool Tow Trucks Still Aren’t Using
By Randall C. Resch We’ve seen our lion’s share of tow operator fatalities. Yet after crash investigations are completed, why are key safety…
Jul 8, 20254 min read
Study Identifies Top Lighting Practices for Roadside Vehicles
A new study by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety highlights the most effective lighting configurations for improving the visibility of roadside…
Jul 8, 20251 min read
FTC’s “Junk Fees” Rule Puts Predatory Towing in the Spotlight
Tow companies nationwide should take note of new federal rules targeting so-called “junk fees.” The FTC’s regulation—now part of Title 16, CFR Part…
Jul 7, 20251 min read
Tow Operator Daniel "DJ" Ortiz Killed on I-287, NJ
A young tow truck operator was killed Wednesday, July 2, after being struck by an SUV while assisting a disabled vehicle on the shoulder of I-287…
Jul 3, 20251 min read
Towing with Tails: What Tow Operators Must Know About Service Animals
By Brian J Riker Animal companions, especially dogs, have been drawing a lot of attention lately. It seems everywhere you turn, someone has a dog in a…
Jul 2, 20253 min read
Agero Launches 5th Annual Summer Hustle Program
Agero has launched its fifth annual Summer Hustle program to recognize the exceptional work of towing and roadside assistance providers during the busiest…
Jul 2, 20251 min read
Built on Grit and Gold
By George L. Nitti In northeastern Wisconsin, Nick Van, the 35-year-old owner of Fox City’s Towing, has crafted a bold, recognizable brand and a growing…
Jul 1, 20252 min read
Metro Woman Wins $7.1 Million in Landmark Towing Lawsuit
A Kansas City woman has won a $7.1 million judgment in a landmark lawsuit against Haney’s Trucking and Tow, a tow company accused of predatory towing. The…
Jul 1, 20251 min read
AI Takes the Stage at TowXpo Friday
Artificial intelligence will be in the spotlight at the American Towman Academy this Friday, as Brian Walter leads a seminar titled “Artificial…
Jun 26, 20251 min read
Engulfed in Flames: Fiery Bridge Recovery
By George L. Nitti When Jim Knight, operations manager at Suburban Towing of Louisville, Kentucky, got the call just after 10 a.m. on a rainy Friday…
Jun 25, 20252 min read
Racing Wreckers on a Fool’s Errand
By Randall C. Resch Once again, towers are engaged in heated debate over whether tow trucks should be classified as “First Responders.” To think towers…
Jun 25, 20254 min read
Tow Company Owns Up After Damaging Septic System
A tow truck searching for a stuck Amazon delivery vehicle ended up damaging a Florida man’s newly installed septic system — but the towing company stepped…
Jun 25, 20251 min read
South Dakota Expands ‘Move Over’ Law
Starting July 1, South Dakota drivers must take extra precautions on highways as the state’s expanded “Move Over” law takes effect. The new law broadens…
Jun 24, 20251 min read
Tow Trucks Roll Across KC to Honor Industry Legend
More than 100 tow trucks formed a funeral procession across Kansas City on Saturday, June 21, honoring Robert “Bobby” Jenkins, a towing industry veteran…
Jun 23, 20251 min read
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