Tow Times Magazine

More snow – An East Coast storm this weekend will intensify into a bomb cyclone, with heavy snow, strong winds and coastal flooding from the nor'easter from the Carolinas to New England. "This latest storm has been named Winter Storm Gianna." buff.ly/JsSl9hY #Gianna

@millerind becomes official towing and recovery equipment partner of @NASCAR, providing a fleet of equipment at national series events. "Together, we’re helping elevate operator awareness, safety initiatives, and the future of the towing." buff.ly/GkL84pN

A look back at just a few fun recoveries brought to you by #WinterStormFern ! How did your company make out? Scott Brooks Towing Reichert & Knepp wrecker service Bills Towing & Recovery Davis Towing & Recovery, Inc.

Just in time – Tow op Douglas Lane helps save a man in icy waters near Dallas, TX. "I heard faint hollering, saying, 'Help, help' and I saw him bobbing up and down in the water." The man was taken to the hospital. buff.ly/EwNxXY6

Tow reform – NY State legislator pushes to allow light up signs to be mounted on tow trucks to give drivers more warning. "As technology improves, we have to update the laws and make sure we’re doing everything we can to keep people safe." buff.ly/dvPdrn4

Closed – Tow company in Edmonton, Can., closes doors after 70 years in business. "Cliff's Towing has made the difficult decision to shut down operations, effective January 26, 2026." buff.ly/Axf55rl

Museum donation – Landoll donates custom 440 Series trailer to the Towing Museum to be auctioned off in October during Museum Weekend. "Reaching our 40,000th trailer is a proud moment, and we can think of no better way to commemorate it." buff.ly/kjw3or7

Not over till it's over – Drivers want to go out after snow emergency, but the danger is not snow. "It's not the slush right now. It's all the ice that accumulates overnight." buff.ly/RWPRR09

Helping hand – Texas tow ops respond to a man with medical emergency and whose van was buried in a flower bed. "When I looked at him he was turning kind of blue. He said he was fine but he didn't look fine." buff.ly/ik9sdCY

Congress voted to advance the Consolidated Appropriations Act, which would ensure the administration’s stance on English proficiency for commercial drivers couldn’t be changed by a future president. The Senate is expected to vote next week." buff.ly/QBu0wHO

The FMCSA issued a regional emergency covering 40 states affected by Winter Storm Fern. "Motor carriers and drivers providing direct assistance in the affected states are provided relief from maximum driving time requirements through Feb. 6." buff.ly/xmDuQHB

Caution ahead – Winter driving can take a hazardous turn pretty quickly. "Winter driving requires winter behavior." buff.ly/oTWdkd7

Cleanup – Canada tow company fined $5,000 for failing to clean up spill. “A significant amount of soil had been impacted by the diesel spill and had not been cleaned up prior to their involvement." buff.ly/itFsXyE

Moolah – A woman is suspected of assaulting workers at an Orlando towing company. "She jumped into a tow truck and pepper-sprayed an employee, attempting to recover $49,000 she left in her car." buff.ly/jTCX8rc

Collision – Tow truck hits rear of semi tractor-trailer on FL Turnpike near Stuart. No injuries reported. "Both vehicles were fully engulfed in flames." buff.ly/4kFhe5G

Anniversary – In 2026, the Towing Museum celebrates the 40th anniversary of The Hall of Fame, four decades of honoring excellence, preserving history and recognizing individuals who shaped the industry. Tickets & more information to come.

Wag the tail – Workers at MN tow company find dog inside impounded SUV a month after it was towed. "Team members arrived to clean it for demolition when they discovered a Chihuahua-dachshund mix that was barely clinging to life." buff.ly/Mkyai7j

New laws – In PA new rules call for drivers to clear accumulated snow/ice from the vehicle within 24 hours, and if windshield wipers are in use, headlights must also be turned on. "Avoid the use of cruise control." buff.ly/emOjuF5

Cars need a boost – In this kind of weather, call volume will jump. "Your car may need a little attention to stay running." buff.ly/yRRvkj2

Be prepared – As ice grips the nation, be sure to prioritize effective communication with emergency responders. "If you're waiting for help, keep an eye out for a call from somebody you're not familiar with. That could be the tow truck driver." buff.ly/X2guK6f