Comparing Collins Tow Dolly Models for Your Fleet
No two towing companies handle the exact same mix of vehicles, routes, and recoveries. That means that in order to choose the right Collins tow dolly models for your fleet, you...
EV Towing Challenges Every Towing Company Should Prepare For
Electric vehicles are changing the automotive industry - and the towing industry. Tow operators are now facing challenges like heavier vehicle weights, sensitive drivetrains, locked wheels, and high-voltage systems. In our...
How Upgrading Towing Equipment Improves Long-Term Profitability
When towing companies seek to improve profitability, one aspect they often overlook is their towing equipment. The equipment you use affects every aspect of your profitability: labor efficiency, maintenance costs, insurance...
Best Practices for Towing Vehicles with Flat Tires or Damaged Wheels
Not every roadside recovery is straightforward. A flat tire, bent rim, or broken suspension component all quickly turn a would-be routine tow into a vehicle-damage risk. This means that operators need...
How to Choose the Right Tow Dolly for EVs, AWD, and Luxury Vehicles
Finding a tow dolly that fits between the wheels is just the start when it comes to towing modern vehicles. EVs, AWD vehicles, and luxury models have heavier curb weights, sensitive...
Why Professional Towers are Embracing Modern Towing Methods
More and more professional towers are realizing that while traditional towing methods may have worked for decades, today’s vehicles call for a different approach. Towing equipment can no longer be judged...
How Professional Tow Dollies Work and Why They’re Worth It
Every company looks for ways to trim expenses, but for towing companies, tow dollies shouldn’t be one of them. Professional tow dollies may cost more upfront, but they provide superior durability...
Common Towing Mistakes That Cause Vehicle Damage
Advanced drivetrains. Sensitive electronics. Low ground clearance. Modern vehicle features have made it easier than ever to cause damage during routine recoveries. Without the right equipment and consistent towing procedures, even...
How Collins Tow Dollies Improve Towing Efficiency
Thanks to labor shortages, rising operating costs, and stagnant motor club reimbursement rates, towing companies are under increasing pressure to do more with less. This leaves many operators turning to equipment...
Equipment Considerations for Towing EVs and AWD Vehicles
In just a few short years, EVs and AWD vehicles have completely changed the towing industry. Being able to handle the weight of lithium-ion batteries and hyper-sensitive drivetrains is now a...
How the Right Towing Equipment Reduces Insurance Claims
Towing companies face mounting pressure to protect drivers, reduce vehicle damage, and control rising insurance costs. Today’s vehicles weigh more, include advanced drivetrains, and require precise handling during recovery and transport....
When Is It Time to Upgrade Your Towing Equipment?
You know it’s time to upgrade your towing equipment when you’re faced with perpetual safety issues, structural wear, or your current equipment is no match for today’s EVs. The difference between...
Why Modern Vehicles Need Specialized Towing Equipment
Collins has been the towing industry’s leader for over 50 years. We’ve seen the shift to automatic transmissions, the advent of ABS, the surge of AWD/4WD, and more. Now, we’re witnessing...
Key Features to Look for When Buying a Professional Tow Dolly
For towing company owners and operators, purchasing new equipment is one of the most significant capital investments you’ll make. But how do you effectively evaluate towing equipment to ensure you’re making...
How Collins Tow Dollies Protect Vehicles from Damage During Transport
For towing professionals, every call carries a significant weight of responsibility. Beyond the immediate task of clearing a roadway or recovering a stranded motorist, there is an underlying promise made to...
Collins Tow Dolly vs Flatbed: Choosing the Right Equipment
For professional towing companies, equipment decisions directly impact safety, efficiency, and profitability. One of the most common comparisons operators and owners evaluate is tow dolly vs flatbed. Both serve important roles...
What Is a Collins Tow Dolly and When Should You Use One?
For those working in the towing industry, the job is rarely predictable. One call might be a disabled vehicle in a tight parking lot, and the next could be a roadside...
Towing in Dark and Rainy Conditions: Priority Employee Safety Tips
Few parts of the job test a towing operator like towing in dark and rainy conditions. Visibility drops, traction changes, and traffic becomes less predictable. Yet recoveries still have to be...
How to Future-Proof Your Towing Business in the EV Era
The rapid adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) is reshaping the entire automotive landscape—and the towing industry is no exception. These changes aren’t theoretical or far off in the distance. They’re here...
