10 Essential Qualifications of Tow Truck Operators
May 9, 2023
Are you planning to expand your towing operations? Or perhaps you are still trying to fill positions that have been vacant for some time now. Whatever the case, hiring a qualified...
Is Dealing with Difficult Vehicle Owners a Challenge for Your Towing Business?
April 25, 2023
As a business owner, tackling challenges is an inevitable part of your journey. Whether running a small startup or a large corporation, you’re bound to encounter obstacles that test your skills,...
Deciding to Repair or Replace a Tow Truck
April 11, 2023
When you’re running a towing company, your tow trucks are the lifeblood of your business. They’re what gets you out on the road to help stranded drivers, recover vehicles, and keep...
Keeping Your Towing Fleet Safe: The Importance of Vehicle Maintenance for Towing Companies
March 28, 2023
As a towing company owner or manager, your top priority is getting your customers’ vehicles to their destinations quickly and safely. However, did you know that regular vehicle maintenance is just...
Are You Optimizing Your Towing Company Expenses?
March 14, 2023
It’s time to prepare your tax returns for the prior year. Your first step should be to consult with a qualified tax professional in your area to ensure you are filing...
Investing in Quality Towing Equipment Leads to Profitability
February 20, 2023
You can implement many strategies as a small business owner to generate more revenue for your business. However, another surefire way to be more successful and profitable is by spending money: ...
How to Tow an Electric Vehicle
February 14, 2023
EV sales grew by 36% in 2022, and while experts don’t forecast this same high level of growth for 2023, we are sure to see more and more electric vehicles on...
Online Resources for Towing Businesses
January 24, 2023
Owning and managing a business requires attention to detail. Depending upon where your business is licensed and your area of operation, you must adhere to a broad spectrum of rules and...
Start Your Year with Good Financial Habits
January 10, 2023
It’s a new year, which means new opportunities and goals for your business. Just like you may have a renewed focus on health and wellness as part of your new year’s...
Simple Ideas for Marketing Your Towing Business
December 22, 2022
Attracting customers to a towing business is an interesting challenge since many people don’t think about towing companies until they have a need. Marketing to prospective customers means making your business...
Holiday Gift Income Tax Implications
December 13, 2022
It’s that time of year when many employers want to do something extra special for their workers. Sometimes holiday plans may include an after-work dinner party, end-of-year bonus, or a physical...
Education about Move-Over Laws Gains Traction
November 22, 2022
In 2020, AAA reported that a tow truck driver is killed every six days. Those in the tow truck industry belong to one of the most hazardous occupations in the modern...
Hydrogen Fuel Tow Trucks Are Here
November 8, 2022
Several states across the country are adopting goals to reduce harmful emissions into the atmosphere by reducing the amount of gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles on the road. The transportation industry is...
Improve Profitability with a Debt Collection Agency
October 25, 2022
Making a profit in the towing industry is hard work. On the one hand, you’re focused on promoting your services and diversifying your portfolio to bring in as much business as...
Do you need a Tow Truck Driver Certificate?
October 11, 2022
Depending on the state your business works or resides in, your team members may need additional certification. Of course, all employees that operate motor vehicles must be licensed, but what special...
Do You Need to Comply with USDOT Registration?
September 27, 2022
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is the agency of our federal government responsible for regulating and providing safety oversight of commercial motor vehicles. Their goal is to reduce risks...
8 Steps to Becoming a Tow Truck Driver
September 13, 2022
One thing is for certain. As long as vehicles are on the road, our communities will need tow truck drivers to clear accidents, help stranded motorists, and keep our roads flowing...
Why WreckMaster Certification is Valuable for Towing Employees
August 23, 2022
One of the best ways to get more customers and increase your profits is by establishing your reputation as a professional towing company in your community. Running a well-operating business requires...
OSHA Reporting Requirements for Towing Businesses
August 9, 2022
A job in the towing industry is one of the most dangerous, especially when safety standards are not adhered to. According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH),...
What is the FMCSA Clearinghouse?
July 26, 2022
Your towing business is open to several risks, and one of the most critical is your employees’ adherence to safe performance standards. The towing industry is already a high-risk profession, from...
Is Your Service Suffering from Labor Shortages?
July 12, 2022
Our United States unemployment rate continues to be extremely low at 3.60%. Interestingly, the unemployment rate had hit this same low just before the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, but once...