Tatmans Towing

06/08/2026

Dear Left Lane Interstate Driver,

We see you.

Cruising peacefully in the left lane, probably listening to Call Me Maybe by Carly Rae Jepsen (that song is 🔥 🔥 🔥 BTW) just really soaking in every note on a beautiful Illinois summer afternoon.

Meanwhile, a line of vehicles has formed behind you that can now be seen from low Earth orbit.

What's that? A semi-truck just passed you on the right?

No worries. The vibes just keep vibing.

We just wanted to offer a friendly reminder that on Illinois interstates, the left lane is generally intended for passing. If you're just out there enjoying the scenery, contemplating life, or trying to win that hypothetical debate in your mind, the right lane is a wonderful place to do that.

Now, is this our top enforcement priority? Not even remotely.

Is it something that causes everyday drivers to stare at their windshield and mutter things we'd rather not repeat on Facebook? Absolutely.

Illinois law (625 ILCS 5/11-701) generally requires drivers on interstates and controlled-access freeways to use the left lane for overtaking and passing, with exceptions for things like traffic congestion, weather conditions, moving over for emergency vehicles, and certain highway designs.

So, to our beloved Left Lane Cruiser: we say this with all the affection of someone listening to their Uncle Steve talk about his leather pants collection at a family reunion.

Pass when you need to pass. Move over when you're done. Let traffic flow.

With Love and Gratitude,

Your fellow motorists, and Uncle Steve.

06/06/2026

You don’t get to pull an airplane every day.

Today, we joined an incredible group of people in supporting Special Olympics Illinois through the Plane Pull fundraiser.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to support a cause that impacts so many lives and to spend the day alongside others who care deeply about our community.

Thank you to everyone involved.

06/05/2026

This Saturday we're trading tow trucks for airplanes. ✈️💪

Jim will be participating in the Plane Pull benefiting Special Olympics Illinois, and we're proud to be part of such a great community event.

We're looking forward to supporting an amazing cause, cheering on the athletes, and seeing just how hard it is to ‘tow’ or pull an airplane.

If you're around Bloomington’s Central Illinois Regional Airport tomorrow, come say hi!

A fundraising page benefiting Special Olympics Illinois

05/29/2026

Be honest.
Do you know who you’d call right now if your car broke down?
Not in your driveway.
On the interstate. In the dark. In the rain.
That’s the number worth having saved.
📞 217-328-2424 Tatman’s Towing
downstate Illinois.
AAA provider. Available when you need us.

05/27/2026

Flashing lights on the side of the road.
Could be a tow truck.
Could be a state trooper.
Could be a paramedic.
Doesn’t matter which one.
Slow down.
Move over.
It’s the law in Illinois - and it’s the right thing to do.

05/25/2026

Today we remember the men and women who gave everything so we could have days like this one.
Backyard cookouts.
Open roads.
Time with the people we love.
None of it is guaranteed. All of it is a gift.
From our crew to yours - thank you to every family who has sacrificed for this country.
Have a safe Memorial Day weekend, downstate Illinois.
- Tatman’s Towing

05/22/2026

Most people don’t think about who they’ll call until they’re already stuck on the side of the road.
Flat tire.
Dead battery.
Locked out.
Usually in a hurry. Usually not near home.
That’s exactly when Tatman’s gets the call.
Save the number now.
📞 (217) 328-2424
AAA provider. Downstate Illinois.
-Tatman’s Towing

05/21/2026

Tatman’s was proud to be the title sponsor of the Friends Fore Life golf event in Danville.
Events like this matter to us.
We’re not just a towing company.
We’re part of this community.
When you call Tatman’s, you’re supporting a business that shows up, on the roads and off them.
📞 217-850-0754

05/15/2026