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Miller Industries Towing Equipment Inc. announced the winner of the Survivor Fund Golf Classic “Closest to Pin” contest prize. This year’s Closest to Pin winner is Josh Bequette from US Fleet Tracking. What is special about this year’s prize is that Miller Industries and Marietta Wrecker Service teamed up to donate $5,000 to the Survivor…

TRAA June 6, 2024 press release: Late last week, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced a public meeting scheduled for June 21st to engage stakeholders regarding fees that commercial motor vehicle (CMV) operators are charged for towing and recovery services. TRAA has been on the forefront of the industry effort to engage the…

TRAA May 24, 2024 press release: TRAA has been working tirelessly on a multifaceted advocacy effort since FMCSA Administrator Lawless submitted her comment on the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) proposed “Junk Fees” Rule in February suggesting that “predatory towing practices” be added to the final rule. Last Friday, we provided an update on our efforts…

AAA press release: As AAA prepares to rescue more than 378,000 drivers nationwide with car trouble during the Memorial Day weekend, it will also work to keep impaired drivers off the road. The Auto Club Group is activating its Tow to Go program in select states (see below), offering a confidential safe ride for would-be…

Ramsey Industries press release: Ramsey Industries has announced the appointment of Todd Akers to the position of Vice President of Operations for the company. In his new role, Akers will lead all Ramsey Industries manufacturing and supply chain operations. He will report to President and CEO Kerry Baskins and serve as a member of the…

TRAA press release: On Wednesday April 24, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) held an informal hearing on its proposed “Junk Fees” Rule. While many industries were explicitly named during the hearing, towing was not among them. This is a positive sign, but it does not mean our work is done. TRAA continues to engage both…

The Will-Burt Company, a world leader in the design, manufacture and sale of mobile telescoping mast, tower and integrated trailer systems, has announced the acquisition of Aluma Tower Company, Inc. Aluma has been a leader in the design, manufacture, sales, and service of mobile telescoping tower-trailer systems for 50 years. “This exciting union not only…

Source: TRAA press release: The results from TRAA’s 2024 election cycle are in. The results were announced at the conclusion of TRAA’s Annual General Membership Meeting on April 19. TRAA’s newly elected executive cabinet members are: President: William Johnson 1st Vice-President: George Kuntz 2nd Vice-President: James Jennings 3rd Vice-President: Jim Dusenberry 4th Vice-President: Chad Yarbrough…

International Towing & Recovery Hall of Fame and Museum press release: The International Towing & Recovery Hall of Fame and Museum has announced it will induct nine new members into its Hall of Fame this fall. The inductees, including one posthumous honoree, hail from the United States, France and Australia. The 2024 honorees are, in alphabetical order: •…

The 2024 Survivor Fund Golf Classic was held Thursday, April 18, at the Celebration Golf Club in Celebration, Fla. The day offered plenty of sunshine and clear skies as approximately 140 golfers participated in the event which included team photos, a driving range, lunch and a putting contest. At the end of play were happy…