New York City officials announced a crackdown on unlicensed tow trucks following a Gothamist investigation that revealed the number of unauthorized operators had grown from 54 in 2021 to at least 712, with the city warning that unlicensed operators face vehicle seizure and fines, according to Gothamist. The announcement came after the investigation showed the NYPD had stopped seizing unlicensed trucks in 2022.
Operator takeaway
An investigative report forced enforcement action that the city had abandoned for two years — if unlicensed operators are undercutting your market, document it and bring it to local media.