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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.
75-Year-Old Florida Man Sentenced for Shooting at Repo Agent
A 75-year-old Florida man has been sentenced to two years in prison after firing at a repossession agent attempting to recover his daughter’s car. The…
Jan 30, 20251 min read
Barrel Rolling into Action
By George L. Nitti At the start of this new year (2025), on a typical morning commute during peak hours near Long Beach, California, chaos erupted on the…
Jan 28, 20252 min read
Innovative Heavy-Lifter: Erkin Knuckle Boom Rotator
Joe Notarianni, owner of Protech Auto Collision Center in Philadelphia, recently unveiled a groundbreaking addition to his fleet: a 2007 Western Star tow…
Jan 22, 20252 min read
Phishing in 2025: Don’t Take the Bait
By Brian J. Riker Phishing scams are nothing new—they’ve been around long before anyone coined the term. What’s changed is how sophisticated these scams…
Jan 15, 20252 min read
Guardian Fleet Services Acquires Texas Auto Carriers
Guardian Fleet Services, a leader in towing, recovery, and specialized transportation, has announced its acquisition of Texas Auto Carriers (TAC), along…
Jan 10, 20251 min read
Illinois Sets New Rules for Towing Companies
Towing companies in Illinois face new requirements when dealing with stolen or hijacked vehicles, due to a law that took effect Wednesday. Under the law…
Jan 3, 20251 min read
Staying Sharp: Why Even the Most Experienced Need Refresher Training
By Brian J. Riker No matter how experienced you are, refresher training is essential. Whether it’s reviewing basic rules of the road or revisiting simple…
Jan 2, 20253 min read
Puzzle Pieces and Pink Ribbons: Towing for Causes
At the 2024 American Wrecker Pageant in Baltimore, two eye-catching trucks from Lehman’s Automotive & Towing rolled onto the scene, each carrying a…
Dec 30, 20243 min read
Christmas Tragedies Claim the Lives of Three Towmen
Christmas week brought devastating losses to the towing community, with three tow truck operators tragically killed in separate incidents, leaving…
Dec 27, 20242 min read
Driver Sentenced in Crash That Killed Michigan Towman
A 19-year-old who struck and killed Hastings, Michigan tow truck driver Keagan Spencer in November 2023 was sentenced Monday morning. Payton Ferris…
Dec 17, 20241 min read
Universal Repositioning Wheel
The GUNI® Wheel X is a revolutionary universal automotive repositioning wheel, designed for versatility and efficiency. With roller spinning functionality…
Dec 16, 20241 min read
Patriotic Pride: Soldiers, Flames, and the Flag on Wheels!
By George L. Nitti At the 2024 American Towman Exposition in Baltimore, Cecil Burrowes once again showcased his exceptional talent, earning first place in…
Dec 12, 20243 min read
Old Faithful on the Road
By George L. Nitti In the heart of Yellowstone National Park, Zachary Pickering, owner of Yellowstone Towing and Repair, recently rolled out a new…
Nov 12, 20243 min read
Wyatts Towing to Pay Restitution for Unlawful Towing Practices
Wyatts Towing will pay restitution to thousands of Coloradans after reaching a $1 million settlement with the Colorado Attorney General’s Office over…
Nov 8, 20241 min read
NYC Driver Arrested After Tow Truck Theft, Crash
A 55-year-old man has been arrested following a wild, now-viral incident in which he stole a tow truck hauling away his own pickup truck in Sunset Park…
Sep 18, 20242 min read
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