One in four drivers admits to driving impaired; AAA Tow to Go removes a common reason they take the risk
Summary
AAA’s Tow to Go program returns for Labor Day weekend, offering free and confidential rides home for impaired drivers and their vehicles. The service is available from 6 p.m. Sept. 4 through 6 a.m. Sept. 8 and is open to both AAA members and non-members.
Key Takeaways
- Tow to Go is available Sept. 4-8 during Labor Day weekend.
- AAA transports both the driver and vehicle to a safe location within 10 miles.
- The service is free, confidential, and available to AAA members and non-members in select states and regions.
- Call (855) 2-TOW-2-GO or (855) 286-9246 to request service.
NEWS RELEASE
DEARBORN, Mich., (September 2, 2026) — AAA is activating its Tow to Go program for Labor Day weekend, offering a free and confidential ride home for impaired drivers and their vehicles in select states.
The service will be available from 6 p.m. Friday, September 4, through 6 a.m. Tuesday, September 8, 2026, helping keep impaired drivers off the road during one of the busiest travel weekends of the year.
Tow to Go is available to both AAA members and non-members and provides transportation for the driver and their vehicle to a safe location within a 10-mile radius.
AAA’s latest survey highlights the continued need for programs like Tow to Go. More than one in four (26%) Michigan drivers admitted to driving after consuming alcohol, marijuana, or medications that could impair their ability to drive. Among those drivers, 22% said they got behind the wheel because they did not want to leave their vehicle unattended overnight. Tow to Go was created to eliminate that concern by providing a safe ride home for both the driver and vehicle.
“There should never be a choice between leaving your vehicle behind and making it home safely,” said Adrienne Woodland, spokeswoman for AAA – The Auto Club Group. “Our research shows some drivers get behind the wheel because they’re worried about what will happen to their vehicle. Tow to Go removes that concern and gives people a safe alternative when they need it most.”
How Does Tow to Go Work?
- Call (855) 2-TOW-2-GO or (855) 286-9246
- AAA will transport the driver and vehicle to a safe location
- Service is available within a 10-mile radius
- The program is free and confidential
- Available to AAA members and non-members
Drivers are encouraged to plan ahead before celebrating by choosing a designated driver, using a rideshare service, arranging a ride with family or friends, or utilizing Tow to Go if needed.
When is Tow to Go Available?
6:00 p.m. Friday, September 4, 2026 – 6:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Where is Tow to Go Available?
Tow to Go is available in Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Michigan, North Carolina, South Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, Tennessee, Wisconsin, as well as select locations in Colorado (Denver, Boulder, Fort Collins, Colorado Springs) and Indiana (Fort Wayne/South Bend).
How Can I Request Tow to Go?
(855) 2-TOW-2-GO or (855) 286-9246
About Tow to Go
The Auto Club Group has provided the Tow to Go program for more than 25 years, removing nearly 30,000 impaired drivers from U.S. roadways. When someone calls Tow to Go, a tow truck is dispatched to transport the vehicle and its owner to a safe location within a 10-mile radius. This service is free, regardless of whether the caller is a AAA member.
About the AAA Consumer Pulse™ Survey
The AAA Consumer Pulse™ Survey was conducted online among 400 Michigan residents from August 5–13, 2026. Survey results asked for all respondents have a maximum margin of error of ± 4.9 percentage points. Responses are weighted by age and gender to ensure reliable and accurate representation of the adult population (18+) in Michigan.
About AAA – The Auto Club Group
The Auto Club Group (ACG), named a 2026 Forbes Most Trusted Company in America, is the second-largest AAA club in North America, with more than 13 million members across 14 U.S. states and two U.S. territories. ACG and its affiliates provide members with roadside assistance, insurance products, financial services, travel offerings and more. ACG is part of the national AAA federation, which serves more than 66 million members across the United States and Canada. AAA’s mission is to protect and advance freedom of mobility and improve traffic safety. For more information, download the AAA Mobile app, visit AAA.com, and follow us on social media.
