American Towing and Recovery Institute onThe Go
Each week Wes Wilburn talks about the towing industry. In every episode Wes talks about the important events and latest information. Keep up to date with the latest training and speaking engagements throughout the country.
Episodes
198 episodes
When Towing Companies Put People Before Profit, Everyone Wins
Discover the revolutionary approach that's transforming the towing industry as Megan Bruns, Marketing Director at Cardinal Legacy Towing Group, shares how putting people first has created an empire of 200+ vehicles and happy, committed employee...
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30:34
Mastering Modern Towing: Safety, Training, and Specialty Techniques
Michael Lard brings a refreshing perspective to the towing industry as he shares his journey from growing up in a towing family to owning Tom's 24-Hour Towing in Elkhart, Indiana. This third-generation tower has transformed his operation into a...
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33:07
Bridging the Divide: Clifton and Joyce's Mission to Unite Towing and Trucking
When the towing and trucking industries seem locked in an endless cycle of misunderstanding and tension, one Kentucky couple has found a remarkable way to change the conversation – by taking their 50-ton rotator to major truck shows across Amer...
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48:27
Bringing Accurate Towing Education to Young Readers
When Briar Roberts started reading towing-themed books to his young children, something unexpected happened – he got mad. As an experienced tow truck operator, the technical inaccuracies in these stories were glaring. Hooks attached to plastic ...
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34:55
The Hidden Epidemic: Youth Mental Health Crisis in America
The mental health crisis claiming America's youth has reached epidemic proportions, and it's happening in families from all backgrounds. Our recent podcast delves into this growing tragedy that's claiming lives through addiction, overdoses, and...
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37:55
The Price Per Pound Revolution
What happens when an outsider questions everything about how the towing industry has "always done things"? You get revolutionary ideas like the Price Per Pound recovery pricing system. Norman "Stormin'" Horton joins the podcast to share how he ...
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42:50
Synthetic Solutions: The Evolution of Modern Towing Equipment
Imagine a towing world where recovery equipment is 85% lighter yet stronger than traditional steel cables, and where safety hazards like deadly cable recoil become a thing of the past. That future is already here, as this eye-opening conversati...
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55:36
Trucks, Training, and Trial Attorneys: A Tower's Tale
When safety laws exist but aren't enforced, what's the real value of having them? This pressing question emerges during our enlightening conversation with Jared Varnado, fourth-generation tower and president of the Towing and Recovery Professio...
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41:50
The Legacy of Towing: Three Generations Strong
"The impression you leave on people is far more important than what you get from them." This powerful philosophy, passed down from father to son, forms the bedrock of Jim's Towing success story. In this inaugural episode of our multi-generation...
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The Journey from Paint Shop to Hall of Fame Pat Winer
Pat Winer's journey through the towing industry reveals a career marked by innovation, service, and an unwavering commitment to community. From his humble beginnings in the paint department at Challenger Wrecker Manufacturer in the early 1980s,...
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44:51
From Fatal Crashes to Legal Battles: This Week in Towing Industry Headlines
The dangers facing tow truck operators and the evolving strategies to protect them take center stage in this eye-opening episode of Towing News. We explore multiple tragic incidents, including a Kentucky case where a truck driver has been indic...
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11:34
Beauman's Garage Celebrates 75 Years: A Legacy of Towing Excellence
The multi-generational heartbeat of the towing industry comes alive as John Beauman Jr, Third-generation owner of Beauman's Garage in Lockport, NY, shares his family's remarkable 75-year journey in towing. Born into the business that his grandf...
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Season 4
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Merging for Excellence: The Cardinal Legacy and ATRI Story
The towing industry landscape is changing dramatically, and we're at the forefront of this transformation. In this revealing conversation, we announce the groundbreaking merger between Cardinal Legacy Towing Group and the American Towing Recove...
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27:15
Latest Towing News Around the World
Roadside dangers take center stage in this sobering exploration of the hazards facing tow truck operators worldwide. The deadly toll becomes immediately apparent as we uncover the shocking pattern of violence in Durban, South Africa, where thre...
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12:42
The Kansas City Towing Crisis
Veteran tower Jared Innis pulls back the curtain on the economic realities of the towing industry in this eye-opening conversation about survival in a challenging business landscape. With 31 years of experience and as president of the Missouri ...
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37:28
Road Warriors: Facing Life and Death in the Towing Business
Tragedy struck the towing industry multiple times in recent weeks as three tow operators lost their lives while performing roadside assistance. These deaths underscore the critical importance of Move Over laws that many drivers continue to igno...
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24:44
Transportation for Heroes: How Towing Companies Can Support Homeless Veterans
Wes Wilburn welcomes listeners to a deeply meaningful episode featuring a crucial conversation with Matt Milazzo, senior manager at the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Born and raised in Staten Island with a family dedicated to public service, Mat...
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22:33
Hazmat Training for Tow Operators: Expanding Your Business Beyond Recovery
When a tow truck driver's head gets run over during a routine repossession, it highlights the extreme dangers towing professionals face daily. Our latest episode dives into this shocking incident and several other headline-grabbing stories affe...
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What Every Towing Professional Needs to Know This Week
Every day, towing professionals face evolving challenges that demand awareness, adaptability, and unwavering commitment to safety. This episode of the American Towing Recovery Institute podcast delivers crucial industry updates that impact ever...
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12:29
Electric Future: Navigating EVs with Confidence
When seconds count in roadside emergencies, having the right information can save thousands in damages and prevent dangerous situations. The EV Clever app has revolutionized how professionals handle electric and hybrid vehicles by transforming ...
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37:07
Beyond the Classroom: Why Hands-on Towing Experience Matters
Hands-on towing training is revolutionizing the industry, and JT Reesor is leading the charge. As a second-generation tower who operates a 75-ton rotator by day and teaches advanced recovery techniques across the country on weekends, JT brings ...
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37:50
Consolidation in Towing: Building The Future. Special Interview with Mike Lampert
The towing industry stands at a crossroads of tradition and transformation, and Mike Lampert is leading the way forward. In this revealing conversation, the CEO of New England Truck Center shares his remarkable journey from a family business ha...
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37:50
SPECIAL INTERVIEW with Mike Seamon
Get ready for the Florida Tow Show this April! This year, we're excited to spotlight the incredible opportunities awaiting towing professionals at the world’s largest towing event. Dive into discussions featuring exclusive insights on the lates...
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53:54
Navigating the Future of Towing: Electric Vehicles, Industry Consolidation, and Combating Predatory Practices
Ever wondered how the towing industry is adapting to the rise of electric vehicles and alternative fuels? Join us as we uncover the secrets behind a successful training session led by industry experts April and Wes Wilburn, alongside DJ Harring...
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