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TOW INDUSTRY WEEK
Tow Industry Week is your source for the latest towing industry news, recovery stories, business insights, equipment highlights, product updates, educational videos, and more. Explore a wide range of content designed to keep towing and recovery professionals informed, connected, and up to date with what's happening across the industry.
Tesla Tow Raises Warning for Operators Handling EVs
A Tampa woman alleges that towing her Tesla Model 3 with its rear wheels on the road led to dashboard warnings and safety-restraint problems. The dispute highlights the importance of following manufacturer-specific towing procedures and documenting vehicle condition.
3 minutes ago
$7M Repossession Settlement Highlights Compliance Risks
Hughes Federal Credit Union agreed to a $7 million settlement over allegations of improper repossession notices to Arizona borrowers. The case highlights the importance of compliance, documentation and clearly defined responsibilities for lenders and recovery companies.
1 day ago
Red, Reflective and Ready
Klamath Towing’s Unit 44 pairs bold red-and-silver graphics with a mountain-inspired logo and reflective lettering. Owner Elmer Tzin’s 2019 Ram 5500 combines distinctive branding with the visibility and maneuverability needed for Southern Oregon’s roads.
1 day ago
Clearing the Chaos: Inside the I-95 Recovery
A 69-vehicle pileup on South Carolina's I-95 brought towing companies from multiple counties together for a massive recovery operation. Operators from Green Towing Service, Taylor Made Towing, Lawson's Towing, Bob's Body Shop and other companies describe the challenges of removing severely damaged vehicles, coordinating recovery efforts and working into the early morning hours to clear the Lake Marion Bridge.
Oct 19
80 Feet Down: Three Generations Tackle a New Hampshire Recovery
New Hampshire bridge recovery featuring an 80 foot lift of a box truck from the Merrimac River.
Oct 9
When Plan 'A' Didn’t Work
By George L. Nitti On a remote stretch of interstate outside Elko, Nevada, a young recovery crew proved that adaptability can be as essential to a…
Sep 14
Turning a Box Truck Around
George L. Nitti What began as a routine appliance delivery turned into a long day on a dead-end road in rural Maryland after a loaded box truck became…
Aug 15
AT NEWS WIRE
Tesla Tow Raises Warning for Operators Handling EVs
A Tampa woman alleges that towing her Tesla Model 3 with its rear wheels on the road led to dashboard warnings and safety-restraint problems. The dispute highlights the importance of following manufacturer-specific towing procedures and documenting vehicle condition.
3 minutes ago
Hillsborough County, Florida Approves Higher Rates for Non-Consensual Tows
Hillsborough County commissioners voted 7-0 to advance proposed rate increases for non-consensual tows in Tampa and surrounding communities, including a conditional $25 fuel surcharge.
4 days ago
Connecticut Man Charged in Fatal Crash That Killed Tow Operator
A 28-year-old Hartford man has been arrested in connection with the September crash that killed Alexander Ramos, a Connecticut tow truck operator and father of two. He faces charges including second-degree manslaughter, DUI and failure to move over.
Oct 20
WRECKS + RECOVERY
Clearing the Chaos: Inside the I-95 Recovery
A 69-vehicle pileup on South Carolina's I-95 brought towing companies from multiple counties together for a massive recovery operation. Operators from Green Towing Service, Taylor Made Towing, Lawson's Towing, Bob's Body Shop and other companies describe the challenges of removing severely damaged vehicles, coordinating recovery efforts and working into the early morning hours to clear the Lake Marion Bridge.
Oct 19
80 Feet Down: Three Generations Tackle a New Hampshire Recovery
New Hampshire bridge recovery featuring an 80 foot lift of a box truck from the Merrimac River.
Oct 9
When Plan 'A' Didn’t Work
By George L. Nitti On a remote stretch of interstate outside Elko, Nevada, a young recovery crew proved that adaptability can be as essential to a…
Sep 14
REPO TIMES
TOW BUSINESS & OPERATIONS
Beware the Deadly Wrecker Crank
Vintage wrecker hand cranks were essential tools in the days before hydraulic systems—but they could also be deadly. Randall C. Resch revisits three tragic historical accidents and explains why these highly collectible pieces of towing history demand respect.
5 days ago
No Rider Policy?
Should towing companies adopt a no-rider policy? Randall C. Resch examines slip-and-fall lawsuits, passenger safety, insurance concerns and potential liability for tow operators.
Oct 11
The Hidden Cost of Slow Pay: Why Payment Timing Matters to Roadside Service Providers
By Rich Holland All roadside service providers know the math. They roll out at midnight, change a tire on the highway, run a lockout call in the rain…
Sep 16
TOW ILLUSTRATED
Red, Reflective and Ready
Klamath Towing’s Unit 44 pairs bold red-and-silver graphics with a mountain-inspired logo and reflective lettering. Owner Elmer Tzin’s 2019 Ram 5500 combines distinctive branding with the visibility and maneuverability needed for Southern Oregon’s roads.
1 day ago
Power, Polish and Precision: A Standout Rotator
This 2018 Peterbilt 389, equipped with a 50/60 Jerr-Dan rotator, reflects Precision Towing & Recovery’s signature style, blending recovery power with eye-catching graphics and custom craftsmanship.
Oct 15
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