Archive for 2019
Oklahoma Seeks to Eliminate Tow Storage Charges for Crime Victims
Photo Credit: Steve Johnson Recently published stories indicate that crime victims have gained a sympathetic ear with certain regulators at local and state levels regarding payment of towing and storage fees after a stolen vehicle is found. The argument goes that crime victims shouldn’t have to pay such fees. And in Oklahoma, for instance, the…
Read MoreColin Schaefer Dies After Tragic Accident
Tow op tribute – For Colin Schaefer, 24, who died on March 29, in Pennsylvania, in a roadside accident. Tribute will be held at 5 p.m. today, Wed., at Ace Robbins, Inc in Tunkhannock, followed by a celebration of life at Triton Hose Company at 6 p.m. “His wrecker was stuck in a field, so he attached a…
Read MoreTow Truck Plunged Into Sacramento River, Carrying Tow Op Shalvin Sharma And Wife Roselyn Sharma
Tow truck that plunged into Sacramento River is believed to have carried tow op Shalvin Sharma and wife Roselyn Sharma, owners of Justin’s Towing Services. “This is the last known spot for the GPS that was binging is off this bridge. It’s emotional, it’s emotional because they’re really good people.” California Tow Truck Association >>…
Read MoreIt’s All About the “W”
I always enjoy Tow Times magazine articles that feature women involved in the towing and recovery industry. Their March 2019 issue article“Women Make More Inroads into Towing” highlighted three women, or as I refer to them — tow ladies — involved in various aspects of our industry.
Read MoreNew X-Series Dolly From In The Ditch™
Never grease your dollies again. In The Ditch™ has announced the release of its all new X-Series Dolly. The XL, X-Series Dollies offer an industry first: eXtended Life™ Automotive Sealed Hubs that are maintenance free, never needing grease. X-Series Dolly sets come in two sizes – the standard SD and the larger XD. Ergonomic and…
Read MoreWho Should Take the Training?
I’m hoping most towers have heard of SHRP2 (Strategic Highway Research Program), which is a Traffic Incident Management (TIM) training program offered by the Federal Highway Administration in partnership with American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials.
Read MoreFUSO Unveils Its Gasoline-Powered Class 5 Cabover Work Truck
FUSO has unveiled its new FUSO FE180 gasoline-powered cabover truck. The truck is powered by a GM 6.0L, V8 engine delivering 297 HP and 361 lb/ft. of torque. The engine is combined with an Allison 1000 SeriesTM transmission that is PTO-capable. FUSO includes the FuelSense 2.0® featuring DynActive™ Shifting from Allison that provides a 2…
Read MoreBeeline Transport Inc.
Winning Features And Accessories Tow Times Shine ’n Star winning tow trucks can range from totally tricked out to near stock in appearance. Here’s a look at some of the features and accessories on past winners’ trucks. April 2018 Beeline Transport Inc. 2016 Heavy-duty category Lynchburg, Virginia 2015 Kenworth T880, NRC 50/65 CSR Whether it’s…
Read MoreHelp!
I think most people know of the band the Beatles. While I wasn’t quite old enough to be a screaming teenage fan of the British Fab Four, I remember my older sisters loving their music and they couldn’t get enough of any magazine coverage — with pictures of those cute musicians of course — and any TV shows they were on, like their debut on the Ed Sullivan Show and American Bandstand.
Read MoreNew Class 5 Gasoline Trucks to Join Isuzu Lineup
Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. has announced production plans for its 2019 and 2020 model-year lineup. Highlighting the announcement is the addition of two new Class 5 gasoline engine models next year. “We are celebrating the 35th anniversary of Isuzu trucks in the North American market this year, and what better way to mark…
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