Heavy-duty and medium-sized tow truck drivers across Connecticut called off a planned strike two days before Christmas on December 20, 2024 after state leaders pledged to negotiate with tow companies over rates and working conditions, according to News 12 Connecticut. The strike would have left Connecticut highways without towing coverage during one of the highest-traffic travel periods of the year.
Operator takeaway
A near-strike two days before Christmas forced state leaders to the negotiating table — the threat of leaving highways uncovered during peak travel is the most powerful leverage tow operators have.