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GEICO reminds drivers to move over for tow trucks, too
The following is a press release distributed by Geico to the motoring public: WASHINGTON, Aug. 29, 2018 – While many drivers know to change lanes when a police cruiser or ambulance is stopped along a roadway, fewer of them know that tow trucks, too, are among the emergency vehicles that require drivers to ‘move over.’…
Read MoreRuby
Ruby is a seven-month-old Rhodesian Ridgeback that is learning the ropes of being a tow truck dog. When she’s not out towing with Brian Vohs (owner of Cutshaw Garage and Tow aka “Dad”) or Ashley Randall (“Mom”) she spends her days assisting in the office. She has big shoes to fill, but is getting the…
Read MoreCH Autos
This 2018 Freightliner with a Jerr-Dan bed was purchased from Atlanta Wrecker Sales and is part of a six-truck fleet owned by Carl Hobson of CH Auto’s in Jackson, N.J. CH Autos has been in business for 24 years and services local police departments and garages, and tows salvage for Insurance Auto Auctions. The truck…
Read MoreJerr-Dan Honors WATERS Truck on Its 80th Anniversary
Jerr-Dan Corporation, an Oshkosh Corporation Company (NYSE:OSK) salutes its distributor WATERS Truck and Tractor on their 80th milestone anniversary. The family owned business, led by fourth generation family members, has expanded to include Jerr-Dan towing and recovery equipment. “As WATERS celebrates this major milestone, we are very proud of partnering with them and look forward…
Read MoreHino Trucks Announces Partnership with the New York Jets
Hino Trucks has announced an exclusive multi-year partnership with the New York Jets. The agreement marks the first professional sports partnership for Hino Trucks and brands them the official commercial truck of the New York Jets. “The New York Jets are extremely proud to be the first professional sports team to collaborate with Hino Trucks,”…
Read MoreZip’s Acquires AW Direct
Zip’s, a provider of tow trucks and replacement parts, has acquired towing accessories provider AW Direct. The acquisition creates a single-source supplier for the towing and recovery industry. “AW Direct will continue to serve its broad spectrum of customers who operate a variety of tow truck brands. All AW Direct inventory, which comprises more than…
Read MoreWTRAA Scholarship Committee Announces 2018 WTRAA Scholarship Recipients
The WTRAA Scholarship Committee, an integral part of the Women of the Towing and Recovery Association of America, awards scholarships to students who are children of towing company operators or owners. Applicants are evaluated for grade point average, community service, scholastic achievement and personal statements. WTRAA congratulates the 2018 recipients: John (JR) Nelson $1,500 Ann…
Read MorePeterbilt Graduates 50th Factory Trained Technician Class
On August 10, Peterbilt Motors Company certified the graduation of the Peterbilt Technician Institute’s (PTI) 50th graduating class. Since PTI opened its doors in November 2013 at the Universal Technical Institute campus in Dallas more than 500 students have graduated from the program. PTI has placed more than 95 percent of graduates with a Peterbilt…
Read MoreCabazon Tow Truck Driver Struck
Tow op down – Tow truck driver Jon Israel, 50, of Stagecoach Towing, Inc. of California was struck and killed while climbing back onto his truck parked on the roadside. “It is unknown why the tow truck driver stopped on the shoulder of the freeway.” California Tow Truck Association >> Link to source here <<
Read MoreDavid L. Olson, 76, Died Of An Apparent Heart Attack While Towing
Tow op down – David L. Olson, 76, died of an apparent heart attack while towing a FedEx truck. “He collapsed at the wheel, but the passenger was able to grab the wheel and prevent the vehicle from crashing.” BKG TRUCK Repair LLC >> Link to source here <<
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