About the MOTION Act
TCA § 55-31-104 — Abandoned Vehicle Portal
Tennessee's MOTION Act requires the Department of Revenue to establish and maintain a centralized web portal for the management of abandoned vehicle notices statewide.
What This Portal Does
- Provides a single, statewide platform for tow companies and law enforcement to post notices of abandoned vehicles
- Performs DMV ownership lookups to identify registered owners and lienholders
- Facilitates tracked mail notifications to owners and lienholders
- Offers free, real-time public access so vehicle owners can search by VIN or license plate to locate their towed vehicle
- Processes per-transaction posting fees through the State's authorized payment gateway
For Vehicle Owners
If you believe your vehicle has been towed or impounded, you can search this portal at no cost using your VIN or license plate number. Search results will include the towing company's contact information, the storage location, the daily storage rate, and how to reclaim your vehicle.
Search for a VehicleFor Tow Companies & Law Enforcement
Publishers (tow companies, garagekeepers, and law enforcement agencies) must register on this portal to post abandoned vehicle notices as required by TCA § 55-31-104. The registration process includes eligibility certification and agreement to per-transaction fees.
Accounts are for towing companies, garagekeepers and law enforcement agencies that publish notices. Enrollment asks for a business license or agency authorization and is reviewed by the State. If you are looking for your vehicle, search above; no account is needed.