Toronto’s city council considers new rules for area towers

City staff recommend a fixed towing rate of $250, with a possible addition of $100 dollars, in cases where the vehicle needs to be winched into position before towing. The towing itself will be free, unless a vehicle is towed outside city limits, in which case operators can start charging per kilometer.

Toronto, Ontario — October 4, 2017 — Toronto’s city council is considering new rules for tow truck operators. Among the proposed changes is a fixed rate for towing services. Over the past five years, Toronto has received an average of 150 complaints per year against tow truck drivers, for a rough total of 750 complaints. City staff […]

Toronto tow truck rules may introduce fixed rates

The city's municipal licensing and standards division is recommending setting a fixed towing rate of $250—up from between $166-$188. Tow truck operators may also have the option of charging an additional $100 fee for "recovery services," if a vehicle needs to be winched into position before it can be towed.

Toronto, ontario — Setembember 15, 2017 — Tow Truck Drivers in the Toronto area may be facing some new rules surrounding towing rates. The city’s municipal licensing and standards division is recommending setting a fixed towing rate of $250—up from between $166-$188. Tow truck operators may also have the option of charging an additional $100 fee […]