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Quality Time
My husband’s father worked two jobs and often said he thought he was a better grandparent than a dad. I totally disagreed with him. My husband worked for his parents since he was 12, stocking shelves with oil, sweeping the floors, and helping out at the shop wherever needed. Spending time with his dad and…
Read MoreCalifornia Tow Truck Association Names New Executive Director
The California Tow Truck Association (CTTA) has named Robert Craddock as its new executive director. According to a press release from the CTTA, the California Tow Truck Association Foundation and the Emergency Road Service Coalition (ERSCA), Craddock has logged over four decades in the towing sector as a standard, medium and heavy-duty towing and recovery…
Read MoreTow Operators and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Hazardous Spill Response, Tow Truck Lighting, Nationwide Efforts to Improve Operator Safety and More
The June issue of Tow Times is all about safety as we cover topics that include how tow operators are not immune to PTSD and how to recognize symptoms, training for hazardous spill response, the critical role of tow truck lighting to stay visible to oncoming motorists in low-light conditions, and efforts to increase awareness…
Read MoreSenator Bill Hagerty Visits Miller Industries to Discuss the Future of Manufacturing in Tennessee
Miller Industries press release: U.S. Senator Bill Hagerty visited Miller Industries’ headquarters in Ooltewah, TN, to meet with company leadership and employees to discuss the role of manufacturing in Tennessee’s economy, tour the production facilities, and talk through the regulatory landscape facing the towing and recovery industry. Miller Industries, the world’s largest manufacturer of towing…
Read MoreIsuzu Engine Sales Celebrate Golden Anniversary
Isuzu Powertrain is celebrating its 50th year of production. Since 1975, Isuzu Diesel has powered a broad range of industrial applications serving construction, agriculture, utility, and rental fleets. “Fifty years of continuous presence in the U.S. industrial market is a proud milestone — one that reflects the long-standing support of our customers and distributors,” said…
Read MoreBe a Watering Can
I love this time of year. I think the purpose of the season of Spring is to bring the hope of new life after a long winter. I sometimes wonder how all the green plants and flowers can survive, pop out of the hard dirt and blossom — providing us beauty and the hope that…
Read MoreDynamic LED Driving Light Next Generation Lighting
Source: TowToolz press release: TowToolz has announced its Dynamic 7” and 9” driving lights. The 220 mm lights feature a dynamic start-up position light in white and amber. The successor to the original Dynamic light series offers a new prominent startup pattern for an impressive visual effect upon ignition. With a boost function, the TTZ…
Read MoreAAA Activates ‘Tow to Go’ for Memorial Day Weekend
AAA press release: As Memorial Day weekend approaches, AAA is not only gearing up to assist more than 378,000 stranded drivers nationwide, but it’s also taking steps to prevent impaired driving tragedies. The Auto Club Group is activating its Tow to Go service in select locations to offer a confidential and free ride for drivers…
Read MoreU.S. Congress Votes to Eliminate Advanced Clean Truck (ACT) Mandates
The U.S. Congress has passed legislation to end California’s controversial Advanced Clean Truck (ACT) mandates for electric vehicles. On Thursday, the U.S. Senate voted to repeal the state’s EPA-granted waiver to reach zero carbon emissions by 2025, and a waiver to lower nitrogen oxide emissions for heavy-duty trucks. The House of Representatives had previously passed…
Read MoreGet With the Program
The are many things to do and many places to visit — but what if you don’t know about them? Or have fears or worries? This is where a teacher can be helpful. They have seen, done and learned things you don’t know or understand, but after the teacher has taught you, it’s up to…
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