Posts by Editorial Staff

Building a Better Towing and Recovery Billing System, Tow Truck Cameras, Safely Driving a Tow Truck While Towing, Expanded Recovery Review and More

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The Tow Times November issue features articles from business topics to technology to safety. Topics include how good invoicing begins long before creating an invoice, how today’s vehicle-mounted cameras allow for versatility in purpose and coverage, and tips for driving a tow truck safely with a vehicle in tow. Plus, the expanded Recovery Review department…

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Don Landoll of Landoll Corp. Passes Away

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Donald Raymond Landoll, age 83, of Marysville, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at Community Memorial Healthcare in Marysville. Don will lie in state on Thursday, November 5, from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. at Kinsley Mortuary in Marysville. A rosary service will be held at 7 p.m. at St. Gregory’s Catholic Church…

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Miller Industries Introduces the Century® M65 Rolling Rotator

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Miller Industries press release: Miller Industries, the world’s largest manufacturer of towing and recovery equipment, introduces the Century® M65, a 65-ton rolling rotator engineered to give operators greater reach, strength and flexibility for recoveries from the rear, side or front. Position the boom, not the truck. The M65’s rolling turret travels more than 7 feet…

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Inductee #331

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This past weekend, I attended the Tennessee Tow Show and activities scheduled for the International Towing Museum. It was a memorable weekend in so many ways. I love visiting Chattanooga – lots of attractions like the Incline Railway and Ruby Falls, the people are so friendly and there’s no other place that makes better tasting…

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Two Black Shoes

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I was running late for work so I grabbed two black shoes and headed out. It wasn’t until half the day was gone that I was looking down at my feet, and noticed that while I had two black shoes — they were completely different in style. Duh…. that’s what happens when you’re in a…

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Tow Operators Safety Coalition of Arizona Announces Bill Passage

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The Tow Operators Safety Coalition of Arizona (TOSC-AZ) is pleased to announce the successful passage and signing of SB1366, legislation sponsored by Senator David Gowan that establishes the Public Property Towing and Impound Practices Study Committee. SB1366 is the result of months of engagement by TOSC-AZ with lawmakers, public safety officials, and industry stakeholders to…

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Flagman Wins ‘26 NSC Green Cross Award For Its ‘Move Over’ Educational Campaign

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Source: Flagman Inc. press release: Flagman Inc. is the winner of the National Safety Council’s 2026 Green Cross for Safety Award in the Safety Advocacy category. This prestigious honor recognizes those who’ve made a significant impact on safety by raising awareness and bringing about change. At its 27th annual Green Cross celebration in Indianapolis, the…

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Make That Phone Call

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My granddaughter called and after I answered the phone, she said, “Grandma, you don’t sound good.” I told her, yes, I wasn’t feeling very well. After she told me all about school, her friend’s birthday party and a whole lot more, she said, “Grandma, I’m holding the phone and sending you a hug.” Well, I…

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Observations of Social Media Influencers, Capturing Profitable Opportunities, Attracting Younger Job Applicants, Wheel Chock Options and Use, a Double Tractor-Trailer Recovery and More

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The Tow Times September issue covers a wide range of topics including views of social media influencers on posting to their followers and the industry, thoughts on revenue and profit opportunities, shifts in how young people think about work, and wheel chock choices and use. In our Recovery Review department, operators respond to an incident…

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