American Towing and Recovery Institute onThe Go

What Every Towing Professional Needs to Know This Week


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Every day, towing professionals face evolving challenges that demand awareness, adaptability, and unwavering commitment to safety. This episode of the American Towing Recovery Institute podcast delivers crucial industry updates that impact everyone from owner-operators to fleet managers.

Breaking news from Kenworth reveals the planned discontinuation of their iconic 1.9-meter cab Class 8 trucks—including the legendary W900, T800W, and C500 models—by 2026. This significant shift, driven by changing emissions regulations and component constraints, signals a transformation in the heavy-duty sector that towing professionals must prepare for.

The human cost of roadside dangers takes center stage with the heartbreaking story of Wyoming tow operator Zach Krohn, hospitalized after being struck by a pickup truck while working on Interstate 80. His wife's plea echoes what industry safety advocates have emphasized for years: "Please, if you see operators or stalled vehicles, slow down and move over." This incident, alongside troubling legal cases involving a Virginia tow driver's arrest and a deadly police shooting during a contested repossession in Alabama, underscores the complex risks towing professionals navigate daily.

Perhaps most disturbing is the San Diego case where Monica Camaronade Adams was found deceased in her impounded van at a tow yard—over a month after a DUI collision. This tragedy has sparked a $50 million claim against the city and raises profound questions about inspection protocols during towing operations. We also expose predatory practices involving unsolicited towing services that target accident victims with unauthorized fees.

The American Towing Recovery Institute remains committed to advancing professionalism through training, certification, and innovative solutions like the EV Clever app for handling electric vehicles in emergencies. Download it today from the Apple or Google Play store and join us in elevating industry standards. Have questions or need resources? Connect with us through www.amtowri.org and subscribe for weekly updates on the stories shaping our industry.

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