Ross Services - About Us

Ross Towing and Transportation Services Inc. is a family owned and operated corporation that has been in business since 1957. Ross Towing started operating its towing and recovery operations in 1957 with the purchase of its first wrecker. Over the next 15 years Ross Towing continued to operate out of the gas station until 1972 when David and Lynne Ross bought out two local towing companies, amalgamated the operations and moved to 50 Horton Street to go into the towing and recovery business exclusively on a full-time basis. By 1980 Ross Towing had outgrown its old location and relocated to 35 Invicta Court, a brand new 1.5 acre property which includes a 5 bay shop, security cameras and a guarded, fenced locked compound. For more than 50 Years Ross’ Towing has continued to grow based on its strengths of customer service, and its ability to respond quickly with the right personnel and equipment to get the job done. In March of 2005 we moved to our new location at 995 Pond Mills Road in London. A state of the art 2.67 acre facility with 7 bays, loading docks and a fenced in compound featuring infrared digital security system and electronic controlled access.

Ross’ Towing reputation for superior service has allowed it to grow into one of South-western Ontario’s largest towing and recovery operations with a variety of equipment to handle all types of recovery situations. Our fleet currently comprises of over 30 vehicles and all types of support equipment including 8 Heavy Wreckers. We pride ourselves at being among the very best in the industry with the equipment, knowledge and properly trained personnel to handle all recovery situations. Our secured facilities enable us to efficiently and effectively manage and control our inventory of vehicles and equipment. The local and Ontario police forces have recognized the advantage of using our secured facilities to store vehicles involved in serious crimes or accidents and use them on a regular basis. Ross Towing has earned a reputation for being a very dependable, trustworthy and a reliable secure transportation and storage facility for our customers, police forces and the Ministry of Transportation.

David Ross is a leader in the towing and recovery industry and has contributed to the quality of towing and recovery operations not only in London but throughout Ontario. He is a founding member of the Ontario Recovery Group, a self-governed organization that set out as its mandate to proactively advance the quality of towing and recovery companies in Ontario. He has served several terms as the President, Vice-President and has held various board positions within the organization. Mr. Ross is recognized as one of the industries most respected and knowledgeable recovery operators, and is often the person other companies turn to for advice and guidance in difficult recovery operations. His reputation and knowledge in the industry is unsurpassed and has been formally recognized by the London and Ontario Provincial Police department as well as the local fire departments and the City of London.

David Ross was recognized for his outstanding contributions and performance in the towing and recovery field when in 2002 he was inducted into the Towing and Recovery Hall of Fame in Chattanooga Tennessee. An honour shared by only a few Canadians and only the very best in the business. In 2006 David was honoured again receiving the Provincial Towing Association of Ontario’s “Tow Man of the Year.” David is also a member of several other towing and recovery associations including the Middlesex Towing Association and the Towing and Recovery Association of America. David continues to run the family business and pass on his knowledge to others including his two sons Michael and Christopher.

Brenda Ross has worked closely with her husband David for the past 30 plus years and is in charge of overseeing the day-to-day operations of the business. She has initiated and implemented various office procedures to ensure the smooth running of the office and make certain the office staff handle customers in a professional and courteous manner.

Michael Ross serves as vice-president within the corporation but is also an active heavy-duty towing and recovery operator. Mike is a third generation recovery operator who has benefited from his father’s knowledge and become one of Ross’ Services most experienced and knowledgeable towing and recovery operators. Mike holds a class A licence and has several formal training certificates including Fuel Tanker Roll-Over Certification and Transportation of Dangerous Goods. He has more than 15 years experience driving for Ross’ Services and is capable of operating every piece of equipment including our 60 Ton Rotating Crane. Mike completed his formal rotator training from Miller Industries Rotator Ring Leaders Training Seminar in 2006. He is actively involved in the training of new employees, and is involved in the day-to-day operation of the business.

Christopher Ross has been working with Ross Towing since 2002 after completing his business education. He is a graduate from King’s College – University of Western Ontario with an under-graduate degree in Honours Economics and he completed his graduate degree at the University of Waterloo - a Masters Degree in Economics. Chris serves as vice-president of Ross Towing and Transportation Services Inc. and manages the day to day financial aspects of the company. As well as overseeing the dispatching and accounts receivables and payables his duties include submitting bids and handling contracts for the Government and commercial customers. He ensures that contracts are submitted and followed and deals with customers and employees. He also serves as a certified member on our Health and Safety Committee.
Ross Towing and Transportation Services Inc. has been in the towing and recovery business for over 50 years. We pride ourselves on having professional drivers and the very best equipment the industry has to offer. We are a full-service towing and recovery company, servicing light medium and heavy duty vehicles. We also offer a full complement of construction and machinery moving services. We have a staff of over 30 employees including 2 full-time mechanics, and 3 dispatchers. Entire dispatching, inventory and accounting systems are all computerized allows quick access to dispatch times and dates for customer inquiries.
Ross Towing and Transportation has qualified staff members and supervisors available 24 hours per day 365 days a year.

Towing and Recovery – Light – Medium – Heavy

Float, Flatbed and Tilt and Load
Emergency Spills Response Units – MOE Certified for Fuel Spills and Site Clean-up
Storage and Warehousing – Large Secured Storage Facility
New Dock Facilities Complete with Inside Storage
Employees and Training