Industry News

Towing and Recovery Association of America (TRAA) press release: On December 17, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has released its “Junk Fee” rule. As a direct result of TRAA’s efforts, we are thrilled to share that the rule does not include the towing industry. The final rule is a significant reversal by the FTC and…

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that PACCAR Incorporated (Peterbilt/Kenworth) is recalling over 220,000 trucks covering a range of vehicle makes and models. According to the NHTSA, the focus of the recall are “safety systems that depend on the ECU (Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation…

Mandic Motors, Inc. press release: Mandic Motors, Inc. of Huntington Beach, CA, is a longtime towing and roadside assistance company that dates back to 1939. Mandic Motors has also been the City’s official contracted towing company for the Huntington Beach Police Department almost that long. However, there’s a newer relationship that’s been developed between Mandic…

The Association of Professional Towers – Ohio (APTO) invites towing companies to join its 2nd annual Tow Truck Christmas Parade in Columbus, OH. The parade will travel a short route around the Nationwide Children’s Hospital as children watch from the windows in their rooms. An APTO press release states: “Help us brighten the night of…

Irvin Johns, 80, founder and CEO of Suburban Towing Inc. of Louisville, KY, died on November 14, 2024. On November 21, a tow truck procession honoring Johns took place in Louisville where dozens of tow trucks traveled Interstate 65 south. Johns started Suburban Towing in 1969 with a used 1963 one-ton wrecker and today the…

Flagman Inc. press release: Flagman Inc., the Honolulu-based grassroots non-profit organization focused on raising awareness about roadside dangers that first responders and highway workers face, applauds the efforts of Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) whose bipartisan Slow Down Move Over resolution was passed by the U.S. Senate in late November. Flagman founder Cindy Iodice of Honolulu…

Doran Manufacturing, a leader in tire pressure and temperature monitoring for on-road fleets and off-road equipment, has partnered with Uptake Technologies to further enhance tire safety and fuel efficiency for fleets of all sizes. When combined with Uptake Analytics, Doran 360™ TPMS provides data-driven insights which help to prevent unplanned failures, reduce tire wear, and…

AAA is preparing for a busy Thanksgiving holiday weekend, expecting to respond to more than 570,000 calls from drivers with car trouble. Beginning on Wednesday, The Auto Club Group will also launch its free ‘Tow to Go’ service, which is aimed at preventing impaired driving. The program is available in Florida and other select states…

Towing Museum press release: Check out the one-and-only 60-ton wrecker with over 35,000 Christmas lights. During the celebration guests enjoy: Free Museum admission 10% off select gift shop purchases Pictures with Santa (5-7 p.m.) Free cookies, hot cocoa and coffee Find the elf contest, holiday music and more Don’t miss this fun-filled evening at the…

RoadSync and Towbook have partnered with an integration designed to help towing and roadside repair companies handle payments effortlessly. With Towbook’s towing software and RoadSync’s advanced payment platform, towing businesses now have a seamless solution that simplifies invoicing, reduces back-office work, and opens up new payment options, including fuel cards and fleet checks. Key benefits…