El Paso is cracking down on predatory towing! Tow companies are now banned from showing up uninvited to accident scenes, aiming to protect drivers from being taken advantage of when they're already stressed out.
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Drivers will no longer have to worry about getting hit with surprise towing fees from unsolicited services.
Drivers who have just been in an accident are the big winners here, getting protection from shady towing operations.
Tow companies that relied on soliciting at accident scenes might see a dip in business.
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