Virginia Association of Towing & Recovery Operators

06/03/2026

Notice of a Vatro

Fredericksburg Chapter Meeting

Please mark your calendars!

This meeting will be open to all Vatro Members and all Guest

Date: June 04, 2026

( Tomorrow )

Time: 6:00pm

Location:

Angela's Italian Restaurant

6336 Patriot Highway

Spotsylvania, Va. 22551

(Thornburg)

Agenda

Roll Call and everyone signs up on the Meeting sheet

Open Discussion and updates from around the state

From our Vatro Borad of Directors

(Drivers can hold a Drivers membership - $250.00 a year)

All Voting members’ dues are now $ 600.00 a year with money coming back to the Chapter

Discussion of our New Website

Discussion on the next DMV Class at the Central Chapter June 17, 2026 - Vatro members are free

What is happening around the Beautiful State of Virginia

Notice of our New Hampton Roads Chapter and its growth

Open Discussion on the 2026 Fall Tow Show at Dominion Speed way

(Tow show Commuittee needs to get reconnected and to start meeting every few weeks) October 03, will be here soon

Let’s all enjoy our meeting! Our meeting needs to be a workshop !

05/15/2026

Good Afternoon All,

I need to pass on some sad news with a heavy heart. Mr. Bill Woodson, former owner of Capital Garage in Richmond, VA passed away yesterday.
He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Joann Woodson, Daughter Nancy Nall and son Billy Woodson. Please keep their family in your thoughts and prayers.

Several things are planned to honor Mr. Woodson. We are asking if anyone can send a truck on the day of the funeral, we would like to organize a parade of trucks for his final ride.
Please contact Rhonda (Coastal Towing) [email protected] 804-652-1700 office 804-921-9004 cell

Tonight
Tracy from Capital is organizing a "LIGHT UP" event.
8 PM 5/15/2026 TONIGHT
50 S Airport Dr.
Highland Springs, VA 23075

FUNERAL INFORMATION:
NELSON FUNERAL HOME
4650 S LABURNUM AVE
HENRICO, VA 23231

VISITATION:
MONDAY 5/25/2026 (MEMORIAL DAY)
6 - 8 PM

FUNERAL:
Tuesday 5/26/2026
10:30 AM

Rhonda Lee
[email protected]

04/15/2026

🚨 SAVE THE DATE! 🚨
The Virginia Association of Towing and Recovery Operators Fall Tow Truck Show is coming back BIGGER and BETTER than ever! 💪🚛

📅 October 3rd, 2026

📍 Don’t miss one of the biggest towing events in Virginia!

🔥 Tow trucks • Recovery demos • Big rigs • Family fun
🏁 Featuring racing action from the NASCAR Local Racing Series
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 FREE admission for kids 15 & under with paid adult
🙏 Sponsored by Camping World

💥 Truck Show | 10AM – 3PM
Check out the latest in:
• Tow trucks & recovery vehicles
• Rotators & heavy wreckers
• Safety demos & live demonstrations

🙌 Special thanks to our supporting partners:
• Local towing companies & industry vendors
• Equipment manufacturers & service providers

🚛 This is more than a show — it’s a celebration of the towing and recovery industry and the hardworking professionals behind it.

👉 Stay tuned for vendor spots, sponsorship opportunities, and full event details!

04/12/2026

04/12/2026

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18P39XJpC1/

04/06/2026

🚨 CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA — HEAVY-DUTY TRAINING IS COMING YOUR WAY! 🚨
VATRO members, don’t miss this opportunity to level up your skills with hands-on, real-world training led by the American Towing & Recovery Institute (ATRI).
📍 Location: A1 Towing & Truck Repair
601B Albemarle St
Charlottesville, VA 22903
📅 April 25–26, 2026
🛠 2-Day Heavy-Duty Towing & Recovery Class
✔ Updated 2026 course materials
✔ New lead instructor with real rotator experience
✔ Hands-on training you can actually use in the field
✔ Built for operators who want to do the job safer, faster, and smarter
⏰ Schedule:
• Day 1: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Day 2: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
👉 When registering, be sure to choose VATRO CLASS so they know VATRO sent you!
🎯 Spots are limited — don’t wait.
👉 Register now: https://americantowingandrecoveryinstitute.org/charlottesville-va-april-25th-26th-2026/

03/31/2026

🚨 VIRGINIA TOW OPERATORS — DON’T MISS THIS 🚨
VATRO is proud to support the 2-Day Heavy Duty Towing & Recovery Class coming to Charlottesville, VA!
📅 April 25–26, 2026
📍 A1 Towing & Truck Repair
This class is hosted by the American Towing & Recovery Institute (ATRI) and brings updated training built for today’s towing and recovery challenges.
💥 What’s new?
✔ Updated class presentation & materials
✔ New lead instructor with real-world heavy-duty experience
✔ More in-depth, hands-on training than ever before
This is not a sit-and-watch class—this is real-world, practical training designed to sharpen your skills, improve safety, and prepare you for complex recovery situations.
👉 IMPORTANT:
When registering, be sure to select VATRO CLASS so they know we sent you!
🔗 Sign up here:
https://americantowingandrecoveryinstitute.org/charlottesville-va-april-25th-26th-2026/
Spots are limited—don’t wait until it’s full.
Let’s keep Virginia operators trained, prepared, and leading the industry forward.

01/06/2026

12/07/2025

****CANCELED DUE TO POSSIBLE WEATHER *****

Alright Ladies and Gents.

Our Next Statewide Legislative Meeting will be at the Keystone Grill. Located inside of the Keystone Tractor Museum. Dec 8th at 10am. Address is 880 W Roslyn Road Colonial Heights va 23834.

Please Forward this to any additional Lobbyist. Or anyone you want involved.

(Statewide Legislative Meeting includes all of our VA State Towing Association's/Alliances)

11/27/2025

Wishing you a joyful Thanksgiving, filled with love, laughter, and all your favorite traditions, and may this special day inspire a sense of gratitude and connection with those around you.