2026 has already been a whirlwind of a year so far! The 1st quarter kicked off with our friends at the PWOF! The Florida Tow show was great, and as this issue hits the interwebs, the show season is upon us. Make sure that you and your family add to your schedule: TPRNC’s Mid Atlantic Tow Show, held in Raleigh, NC Sept 11th -12th. I personally attended the show for the last 2 years and it is an awesome event! This year will be the 3rd year to be held indoors with the new association management. This show is growing every year and has brought in over 50 vendors and 850 + attendees. It was a great success for all, and a show you will not want to miss this year! Make sure you contact the staff at 336- 975-0029 and get your booth reserved today. You will not regret it. The Midwest Regional Show is the following week in Mason, Ohio at the Great Wolf Lodge. If you chose to wait and see last year, I can tell you that you will not want to leave this off your schedule this year. This is one of the best family shows after 48 years and is still growing! Make sure you get your booth now by calling 513-831-show, or visit www.midwesttowshow.org. Sept 24th -26th
In this issue, DJ Harrington with his “Fuel for Thought,” looks at our very own podcast, Tow Professional “On the Go Podcast.” This podcast gives insight to the latest product and services while standing for the flag and kneeling for the cross. Our listeners have propelled its success to over 23k listeners worldwide and # 1 in our market. John Borowski’s installment of “Under the Hood,” focuses on attending trade shows and making the smart buy for your business. This is on point and looks inside purchase decisions made at trade shows. Michelle Sukow brings it home in her column the “Women of Towing.” Michelle spotlights Fabiana Ireland, her background, growth and commitment to industry.
This issue is centered around our 2026 Buyer’s Guide, including an A-Z listing of companies doing business in this market, and category listings of those manufacturers, dealers, distributors, and service providers to assist in your purchasing needs for your business. Zips takes a look at the Chevrolet 6500 flatbed and how this can be a solution to your daily calls. Robert Young’s shows us their solution to heavy towing when it comes to NRC’s 5th wheel attachment.
We again thank our readers and our vendors and are very proud to be a part of this amazing industry! Until next time, be safe and God bless!
Darian Weaver
President & Publisher
