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Expand Your Towing Equipment Inventory Before Year-End

As we approach the final quarter of the year, towing and recovery companies face a critical decision: whether to delay equipment purchases until next year or to move now. At Collins...
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The Lightest Dolly Available Makes Every Tow Easier and Safer

Every towing operator knows that the right equipment can make all the difference between a smooth, safe tow and a difficult, time-consuming job. While strength and durability have always been key factors...
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Discover the Widest Dolly for Today’s Towing Demands

In today’s towing landscape, operators aren’t just dragging compact cars anymore. Between wider SUVs, stretched trucks, EVs with battery packs, and crossover-coupes with electronic steering, modern vehicles demand more from towing...
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Why Collins Hi-Speed® Dollies Are the Preferred Towing Equipment

When every minute matters on the side of the road, towing professionals reach for tools that are fast, safe, and reliable. That is why Collins Hi-Speed® Dollies have become the preferred...
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G7X Differentiators: It Leaves the Competition in the Dust

When it comes to professional towing, equipment is more than just a tool—it’s the foundation of reliability, safety, and performance. Every operator knows that roadside recovery can present some of the...
The G7X Hi-Speed Dolly Built for Extreme Conditions

The G7X Hi-Speed® Dolly: Built for Extreme Conditions

In the towing and recovery industry, jobs rarely happen in ideal conditions. Vehicles get stranded in snowbanks, break down on gravel roads, or require long-haul transport after collisions. Equipment failure is...
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G7 Hi-Speed® Dolly: Built for Speed, Strength, and Smarter Towing

For decades, towing professionals have trusted Collins Manufacturing for reliable, innovative dollies that get the job done—especially when working in tight, high-pressure situations. Now, we’re proud to introduce our most advanced...
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Tips to Safely Tow Vehicles with Damaged Wheels

When a vehicle has missing or severely damaged wheels, towing becomes more than just a routine job—it becomes a challenge that demands specialized equipment and techniques. Whether due to a collision,...
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Managing Your Google Business Profile for Towing

If you own or manage a towing business, you're likely focused on being responsive, reliable, and efficient in the field. But even the most dependable towing services need to be discoverable...
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How Towing Companies Transformed Their Marketing in the Mobile Era

The towing industry, like many service-based sectors, has undergone a dramatic transformation in how it attracts and retains customers. One of the most significant catalysts for this change has been the...
Towing Newer Vehicles- Five Reasons to Upgrade Your Equipment

Towing Newer Vehicles: Five Reasons to Upgrade Your Equipment

Towing isn't what it used to be. Vehicles have changed—and dramatically so. From heavier electric vehicles (EVs) to larger SUVs packed with technology, towing newer vehicles now requires more than just...
Maximizing Profit in an Uncertain Economy in the Towing Industry

Maximizing Profit in an Uncertain Economy in the Towing Industry

As the economy continues to send mixed signals and businesses everywhere face increasing pressure to reduce expenses while maintaining — or even growing — revenue, towing company owners and managers are...
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Helping Families Through Roadside Emergencies

For families with young children, experiencing a roadside emergency is more than inconvenient—it can be frightening, confusing, and emotionally overwhelming. A sudden breakdown or accident can leave parents scrambling to stay...
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The Impact of New Tariffs on Vehicle Longevity

New tariffs recently enacted on imported goods—including key components used in vehicle manufacturing—are expected to have far-reaching consequences on the automotive industry and consumer behavior. As the cost of new vehicles...
Giving Towing Customers Peace of Mind with Collins

Giving Towing Customers Peace of Mind with Collins

When customers need their vehicles towed—whether due to a breakdown, accident, or relocation—the situation is often stressful and uncertain. They want assurance that their vehicles will be treated with care and...
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Common Reasons for EV Breakdowns

Electric vehicles (EVs) are growing in popularity with drivers around the world, and towing and recovery professionals are frequently called upon to assist stranded EV drivers. Although EVs are generally reliable,...
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Investing in Quality Towing Equipment Leads to Success

Collins Manufacturing understands the demands of towing professionals and has built a reputation for superior towing equipment that delivers unmatched performance and durability. Investing in quality towing equipment, like Collins' industry-leading...
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How will Tariffs Impact the Towing Industry in 2025

The global automotive industry is a complex network of manufacturers, suppliers, and consumers, all interconnected by a web of supply chains that stretch across continents. In 2025, recently proposed tariffs imposed...
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Why You Need the Best Towing Equipment for Snow and Ice

Winter presents some of the most challenging conditions for vehicle recovery for towing operators. Snow, ice, and freezing temperatures create hazardous driving conditions and significantly complicate roadside assistance and towing operations....
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FTC’s Junk Fee Rule Exemption Impacts the Towing Industry

In late 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) released its much-anticipated "Junk Fee" rule. Initially, the proposal raised concerns across various industries, including towing and recovery, due to its broad potential...
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The Importance of Inspecting and Upgrading Your Towing Equipment

As the automotive industry evolves, so too must the tools and equipment used by towing companies to serve their clients effectively. Today's tow trucks and dollies face increasing demands, including the...