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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.
Towman's Family Alleges Police Stonewalling
The family of Richard Rodriguez, a 32-year-old tow truck operator from Freeport, NY, claims police are stonewalling the investigation into his death to…
May 1, 20251 min read
Wireless Headsets
Introducing the APEX V2 Wireless Headsets from Sonetics—a next-level solution for team communication that keeps you connected, protected, and productive.…
Apr 30, 20251 min read
Winch-Out Versus Kinetic Rope?
By Randall C. Resch Speed and convenience shouldn’t be the deciding factor in attacking any recovery. When speed goes up, safety goes down! For recoveries…
Apr 30, 20254 min read
Tow Companies Push Back on Crackdown Ordinances
Tow company owners across the Kansas City area are pushing back against proposed ordinances they say could unfairly penalize honest operators. On Monday…
Apr 30, 20251 min read
Tragedy in the Pond
By George L. Nitti A Saturday evening turned tragic south of Jackson, Mississippi, when a local tow truck operator lost his life after his truck veered…
Apr 28, 20252 min read
Trump to Require English for Truckers
President Donald Trump on Monday signed an executive order titled “Enforcing Commonsense Rules of the Road for America’s Truck Driver,” aimed at…
Apr 28, 20251 min read
RVs from Illegal Storage Lot Finally Towed Away
Dozens of RVs illegally stored on a lot in Wildomar, California have been removed after months of complaints from nearby residents. The trailers, once…
Apr 28, 20251 min read
Built to Last
By George L. Nitti When C&C Towing’s newest heavy-duty wrecker hits the road, it’s impossible to miss. With a blend of artistry, engineering, and tribute…
Apr 26, 20252 min read
Towman Killed While Loading School Bus
A tow truck driver was killed Tuesday night while loading a school bus near Golden Valley High School in south Bakersfield, California. The incident…
Apr 25, 20251 min read
KC Mayor Pushes Legislation to Curb Predatory Towing
Mayor Quinton Lucas is taking action against predatory towing practices with proposed legislation aimed at stricter enforcement and tougher penalties.…
Apr 24, 20251 min read
Roadside Inspection Myths Busted
By Brian J. Riker I’m sure almost everyone reading this has had an inspection from motor carrier enforcement sometime in their career, probably more than…
Apr 23, 20255 min read
FleetNet Launches EDGE to Empower Providers
FleetNet America is reaffirming its commitment to keeping America moving by launching FleetNet EDGE, a powerful new performance and business insights tool…
Apr 23, 20251 min read
ARA Responds to Controversial Contract
The American Recovery Association (ARA) has responded to member concerns over a newly issued contract from Chase, calling the agreement “unacceptable” and…
Apr 22, 20251 min read
Towman Dies After Three-Vehicle Crash
A tow truck driver from Mississippi was involved in a deadly three-vehicle crash on Saturday evening in an area just south of Jackson, Mississippi. The…
Apr 21, 20251 min read
Who Gets to Tow an Airplane?
By George L. Nitti It’s not every day you see a small aircraft perched intact atop a flatbed wrecker. That’s exactly why Jesse Nichols, owner of JN…
Apr 19, 20253 min read
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