Impound

The Prefecture of the department of Seine-Saint-Denis (F93) has just issued a call for applications for the LV Towing of cars (Light Vehicles) on motorways and expressways not under concession.

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From June 13 to 15, 2024, don't miss the 50th Tow Show organized by the German VBA federation. Good news for visitors, entry to the show and parking are free

The world’s largest towing-servicing show will occur April 18-20, 2024. Historically, it is the first show of the season...

In France, since March 1, 2024, the price of impounding a car has increased by 5.5%.

As announced on 02/15/2024 by LDM, The Towing Magazine, the decree (below) legislating the increase in vehicle impoundment came into force on 03/01/2024.

2402-fourriere-decret.pdf (142.65 Ko)

In France, the price of impounding a car will very soon increase by 5.5%.

According to sources from LDM magazine, The Towing Magazine, the decision was taken this week at the Ministry of Finance...

From LDM, The Towing Magazine

Do not hesitate to respond by posting a comment after opening the message.

Between supporting farmers' right to protest: Blocking roads is a common form of protest, and farmers have the right to voice their grievances and demand change.
Put pressure on the government: Disruptions can force the government to take action and respond more seriously to farmers' demands.

And the public disruption this causes: Dams significantly disrupt the daily lives of citizens, causing traffic jams, economic losses and inconvenience. This can lead to frustration and resentment towards farmers.
Public Safety Concerns: Parked tractors can create safety hazards, especially if they block emergency vehicles or impede essential services.

Could towing companies really refuse to intervene if a duly completed requisition was sent to them?
Between the risk of loss of prefectural approvals, the economic repercussions, the loss of credibility with local authorities and the possible recourse to the courts...

What is your opinion? Please feel free to post your comment below.

For or Against towing the French farmers' tractors blocking the highways and the capital?

Between supporting farmers' right to protest and the public disruption it causes...

Could towing companies really refuse to intervene if a duly completed requisition was sent to them?

Rockstar Games has released a brand new GTA Online weekly update today giving a huge boost to the Tow Truck owners this week in the game.

The Prefecture of the Yvelines department (F78) has just published a call for applications for LV/HGV towing & Impound on motorways and expressways not under concession.

More info HERE

For lovers of the Mercedes G Class. Don't miss this very rare classified ad for a Mercedes G300 tow truck for sale on SOS Truck For Sale

From June 13 to 15, 2024, don’t miss the largest European Tow Show organized by the german association VBA. Good news for exhibitors, registration for IFBA 2024 is now possible.

The city of Lyon (F69) has just launched a call for applications for a public service concession for the operation of the automobile impound.

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The city of Lyon (F69) has just launched a call for applications for a public service concession for the operation of the automobile impound.

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Klubb Group has just announced the partnership between its subsidiaries Isoli (Fontaniva, Italy) and Mobitec (Ferrières-en-Brie, France) with the company GMP Truck. A key player in the towing industry, sale and rental of tow trucks in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region, the subsidiary of the GMP Participations group is now part of the network of distributors...

First Mover is a radio-controlled electric robotic machine developed by BS Engineering ApS in Denmark. Capable of moving any car up to 3.5t, First Mover was originally designed in 2004 for use in hazardous situations. Such as bomb disposal, fire fighting and traffic accidents.

The departments of Seine et Marne have just issued a call for applications for a public service concession for Light & Heavy Duty Vehicle Impound on expressways and motorways.

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After five nights and as many days of guerrilla warfare in all the French departments, tow truck operators are on all fronts to remove burned cars, trucks and buses.

A fifth night of riots took place overnight from Saturday to Sunday in all French departments. This Sunday evening in France, LDM, The Towing Magazine collected the testimonials of towing companies solicited on these risk areas.

For several days that the riots have persisted throughout the country, LDM, The Towing Magazine recalls in the midst of these riots, the risks incurred by first aid responders, including tow truck operators.

The manufacturer TEVOR will present its new tow truck for towing heavy trucks at the IFBA Kassel tow show (Germany) from June 15 to 17.

Jigé International offers a fully equipped tow truck ready for use in 72 hours. According to the manufacturer's press release, Jigé is able to deliver your Isuzu D-Max tow truck equipped with the "Light City" wheel lift arm in 3 days.

From June 15 to 17, 2023, don’t miss the 49th Tow Show organized by IFBA.

The department of Seine Saint Denis (F93) has just issued a call for applications for a public service concession for car pounds.

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Xavier Morcillo

Hello everyone, pay attention to the category recorded in the SI Fourrière software when you tow a vehicle to the impound.

Because the police services will not give you a gift.

I note that they advised to file a complaint for vehicle theft with the owner of the vehicle which I towed following a request for impoundment.

Charrier Garage

Hello to all colleagues,

We are in the eternal dilemma of finding the insurer who will want to insure the pound activity.

Could you tell us in the comments where you insure your pound?

For our part, at GROUPAMA and it's a fortune (more than 2000 € / month)!
All the best, Anthony

Two police officers have been in custody since Monday, January 30, as part of an investigation into corruption. They are suspected of having helped Chafik Aliouane to reign over the pounds of Paris, a market of 14 million euros.

Alleged pound scandal: the widow of an Inter Dépannage tow operator assaulted after testifying.

Justice: A former official of an Ile-de-France prefecture and the manager of the company Inter Dépannage have been indicted

ZAB

The police asked us to remove three impounded vehicles on a private lot (trustee).

These trustees are aware that the costs are at their expense.

When we sent the invoice: for vehicle pick up + 30 storage days (in fact, stored 35), they refused to pay for 30 days and offered only a 10-day fee.