When you’re stranded on the road, or have just been in accident, chances are you may need the services of a tow operator. Now, imagine that after being towed somewhere, you find out the bill will be $3000 for hook-up and a week in storage — and you’re on the hook for the huge bill.
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“It was unreal,” said Andrew Tenney, of Keswick, Ont., who was ticketed by Ontario Provincial Police on a stunt-driving charge on Highway 407. His case has not gone to court.

​Continue reading Tenney's story at GlobalNews.ca

Colorado is one step closer to having rules and regulations regarding nonconsensual heavy-duty tows. 

The Colorado Public Utilities Commission released a proposed set of regulations on Wednesday, April 12. The commissioners will soon vote on the proposal. 

A nonconsensual tow generally includes all law enforcement-dispatched tows to clear the roadway after an accident. In these situations, truck drivers aren’t afforded the opportunity to check the prices and services offered by multiple tow companies. 

Find out more about Colorado's proposal at Landlinemag.com