Queensland Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey says he's happy with the response to a tow truck hotline, set up on Monday following reports of widespread dodgy behaviour in the industry.
So far 175 people have called the hotline, with two major hotspots in Brisbane identified - the area around Fortitude Valley, Albion, Newstead and the up-market area around Ascot, Hamilton and Eagle Farm.
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An inquiry into tow truck "shark operators" in south east Queensland will focus on exorbitant fees, intimidation and signage. 7 News Queensland
"I urge everybody who's had a really unfair, terrible experience on this issue to call our hotline," Mr Bailey said.
"I expect there's going to be a lot more than 180 people who have been affected by this issue."
Opposition police spokesperson Tim Mander asked in parliament on Thursday whether criminal gangs had infiltrated the industry.
"Will the government's review of the tow truck industry include the impact of Labor's softening of the licensing requirements that may have allowed outlaw gang members and affiliates to infiltrate the tow truck industry?" he said.
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk rejected the imputation and said the review would be wide-ranging.
"I am happy for the minister to canvass any options in relation to reforms that will benefit consumers in this state," she said.
The hotline - 1800 681 636 - will be open for the next few days, with Mr Bailey due to make recommendations to cabinet next Monday
AAP