My Towing Life: From Tow Truck Assistant to Platform Developer
I remember when I was still in elementary school, my dad was already driving a tow truck.
It's not because I had a special love for mechanics, but because my family, from my dad to my younger brother, all work in this industry.
My brother started learning from my dad in middle school, and at 20, he took out a loan to buy his own tow truck, becoming one of the youngest drivers.
As for me, I initially chose a "more conventional" path: study hard, get into college, get a diploma. But after graduation, I didn't join the ranks of white-collar workers but instead went to work in a factory on day and night shifts, standing on the production line tightening screws.
During that time, I stared at machines every day, but my mind kept asking me, "Is this really the future I want?"
The repetitive work gradually suffocated me, and I couldn't see any direction. In the end, I chose to go back home and rejoin this familiar yet strange industry, starting as a towing assistant alongside my family. During this process, I saw something that I could never quite let go of.
The Calls Never Stop, But Efficiency Remains Low
When a car owner breaks down, their first reaction is to call a tow truck. Thus, the phone rings incessantly, one call after another.
To find the best price, car owners have to call three or four different tow services to compare.
But these "inquiries" may not lead to a deal.
Many drivers take calls while driving and have to spend time explaining prices and confirming the vehicle's condition and location, which is extremely dangerous and draining.
Especially at night, they often get calls at three in the morning just to ask, "How much to tow to somewhere?", leading to worse dark circles and severe sleep deprivation.
This communication pattern is not only inefficient but also a long-term physical and mental burden on the drivers.
I couldn't help but think, "Why hasn't anyone developed an app to simplify these tedious and repetitive processes?"
I Didn't Know How to Code, So I Had AI Teach Me
I'm not an engineer, nor do I know how to code, but I had AI teach me how to write code. Step by step, I learned how to build a website, a mobile app, connect to a database, handle account logins, notification features, and even map positioning and chat room functions... all of it was built with AI teaching me along the way.
Slowly but surely, I really built a tool for our industry.
The Birth of Road Savior
This isn't just a tool; it's my answer to this industry. A solution designed to create a better experience for everyone on the road—whether it's customers needing a move, a delivery, a crane, or roadside assistance, or the drivers providing the help. I wanted to build a platform like this:
For customers
it's a talisman of peace of mind. Just upload a photo, describe your needs, and the system will automatically send your request to the nearest drivers. You no longer have to anxiously make one call after another, but can calmly compare multiple quotes and choose the service you trust most.
For drivers
it's a more efficient assistant. No more late-night harassing calls, no more dangerous communication while driving. All information is clear at a glance, allowing you to focus on providing professional service and easily find backhaul jobs on your return trips, increasing your income.
The core of Road Savior is to solve the most real pain points in the simplest way.
Our Commitment: A Fairer, More Efficient Ecosystem
In creating Road Savior, I've always held one core belief: a good platform should be for solving problems, not for profiting from them. That's why we insist on:
100% Commission-Free, No Monthly Fees
We know that every penny matters to hardworking drivers and customers in need. Road Savior does not take any commission from any order. Our modest operating income comes entirely from in-app advertising, which allows us to sustain the platform while leaving the maximum profit margin for drivers and customers.
Saving Your Most Precious Asset—Time and Effort
In the past, finding a ride might require several phone calls, spending a lot of time comparing prices and repeating needs. This process not only wasted phone bills but was also mentally draining. Road Savior simplifies this process into a simple posting action, letting the system find the most suitable driver for you. We believe that the time saved is far more valuable than the money saved.
Creating a Virtuous Cycle
Our goal is to build an environment that is friendlier to everyone. When drivers don't have to pay a platform commission, they can offer more reasonable prices. When customers can find services quickly and transparently, they are more willing to use them. This is a virtuous cycle that allows good drivers to get more business and customers to solve their problems affordably and with peace of mind.
Conclusion
I'm not a developer in the traditional sense, nor am I some kind of entrepreneur.
I'm a person who started from the towing scene, saw a problem, and then tried to solve it in my own way.
If you work in towing, moving, or transport-related fields, or if you've ever been in trouble on the road, feel free to try Road Savior. I hope it can bring you a different kind of choice and possibility.