Do tow trucks have the authorization to ignore traffic signs and the like?

Question

I've always wondered wether or not they are SUPPOSED to cross red light and stuff.... I thought only Ambulances and Fire trucks could.

Answer 1

Nope they don't have any special powers or authorizations. they just think they have. Since so many of them get called to accidents by the cops (and they know all the cops) the police will sometimes turn a

blind eye to infractions.

Answer 2

Yes, you are 100% right also Cops & under cover cops too.

Answer 3

As far as I know, tow trucks have to obey the rules of the road just like everyone else. The only situation I can think of would be at an accident scene with an officer directing traffic. An officer could stop traffic to let a tow truck through a red light if the accident happened at a busy intersection and they need to clean it up quickly.

Answer 4

No! they are subject to the same rules of the road as you and I. And you are not bound to get out of their way either.