About Us
The Indiana Towing and Wrecker Association (ITWA) was incorporated on February 17, 1969, by Henry Cristofori, Robert Mullen and Roger Kinman. The ITWA’s purpose is to aid in the establishment and maintenance of laws and regulations that support the towing industry, collect and distribute pertinent information, and protect the industry’s interests.
News and Events
Latest Indiana News & Legislation
- Predatory Towing Reform: Since July 2025, Indiana has enforced strict new regulations under House Bill 1390.
- Vehicle Release: Towing companies must release an impounded vehicle within 24 hours if the owner pays 75% of the invoice and provides a bond for the remaining 25%.
- Banned Fees: Charges for inspecting a vehicle or retrieving personal property are now prohibited.
- Complaint Process: Commercial carriers can now file formal complaints about “unreasonable” charges with the Indiana Attorney General’s Office.
- Local Rate Changes: Cities like West Lafayette have recently passed ordinances setting maximum fees for after-hours vehicle retrieval to prevent excessive storage charges.
- Winter Response: Towing operators in southern Indiana and the “Tri-State” area (near Princeton) are currently operating under emergency travel advisories following heavy late-January snowfall.
Upcoming Indiana Events (2026)
- Work Truck Week 2026: March 10–13, 2026, at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis. This is North America’s largest work truck event, featuring new recovery equipment and the Green Truck Summit.
- ITWA Leadership Change: As of January 1, 2026, Bill McClannahan has taken over as the new President and of the Indiana Towing & Wrecker Association (ITWA). Sue Miles is the new Executive Director.
Safety Alerts
- Expanded Move Over Law: Indiana law now requires drivers to move over or slow down for all stationary vehicles with flashing lights, including disabled passenger cars. Failure to comply is a Class B infraction with fines up to $1,000.