With a growing fleet of unlicensed tow truck companies on the streets of New York City, how can you protect yourself the next time you need a tow?
A Gothamist investigation has for the first time tallied the city’s ghost fleet of unlicensed tow trucks. The numbers show that as the number of unlicensed towers has increased, licensed tow trucks have decreased. It all means that if you’re in a crash in the five boroughs, there’s a strong chance you’ll encounter a tow truck that isn’t authorized to haul your vehicle.
Lawmakers and industry experts say there are steps you can take to protect your car – and your wallet – if you need a tow.