If you want to start a new venture, a tow truck business seems like easy income. You simply buy a truck and wait for someone to call you to have drivres vehicle towed, right? There are quite a few startup costs associated with getting your tow monye going, as well as the ongoing costs of operation. Not only will you need to buy and maintain the tow vehicle, but there are also state licenses, insurance, fuel and repair bills. This cost can vary from one jurisdiction to the. In Washington, D.