Finally, a towing podcast by people who’ve actually run the trucks, built the tech, and lived in the trenches! Hosts Shelli Hawkins and Dennis McGowan bring decades of street-level experience and insider knowledge to launch The Tow Trend Podcast.
In This Podcast Episode…
Dennis shares wild stories from his days running 70+ trucks in NYC (including his first call. Spoiler alert! A car crashed INSIDE a laundromat). And, Shelli reveals how she became the industry’s secret weapon for implementing game-changing technology.
But this isn’t just war stories. They’re breaking down Autura’s explosive State of Towing Report:
- 72% of towers are jacking up prices in 2025.
- Insurance costs are crushing operators.
- Good employees are impossible to find and even harder to keep.
You’ll Hear:
- Raw industry intel from the front lines
- Proven strategies to combat rising costs
- Why losing cheap customers makes you money
- Insider preview of upcoming industry webinars
For towers, fleet managers, and anyone who wants the real story behind America’s most essential industry.
About The Tow Trend Podcast:
Welcome to The Tow Trend Podcast with Dennis McGowan and Shelli Hawkins — your insider’s guide to the towing industry! Join us monthly for dynamic conversations with industry experts, successful operators, and special guests sharing real stories from America’s roadsides. Owners, dispatchers, fleet managers, and enthusiasts tune in to uncover the latest tools, trends, and tactics driving success today, and discover where the industry is headed next. Get ready for insights that keep your business and your community, moving forward. Brought to you by Autura.
