Posts by Editorial Staff
Dynamic 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…
Read MoreSteck Manufacturing Launches Compact LittleEasy Emergency Vehicle Lockout Kit
Steck Manufacturing press release: Steck Manufacturing by Milton has introduced the LittleEasy Unlocking Tool Kit (STC32908-KIT), a compact and highly portable 30-inch emergency vehicle access solution built for speed, efficiency, and convenience. Designed for professionals in law enforcement, roadside assistance, and fleet maintenance, the LittleEasy’s reduced size makes it ideal for use in smaller vehicles—from…
Read MoreDanco Products Remains a Family-owned Business After 52 Years
Danco Products press release: Danco Products, a manufacturer of towing and hauling equipment, has recently announced that it remains a family-owned business after celebrating 52 years in the manufacturing industry. Originally established by Daniel Reynolds, the co-founder of Jerr-Dan corporation and eventual founder of Danco, the company continues to be run by his family today.…
Read MoreTRAA Announces New Executive Director and Director of Education
TRAA press release: If there’s one thing that’s true, it’s that change is inevitable. After 12 years of dedicated service, Cynthia Martineau has decided to retire and submitted her resignation as TRAA’s Executive Director to the Board of Directors effective July of this year. Cynthia is leaving the association with big shoes to fill, having…
Read MoreOff-Road Wrecker Games, Repossessions on the Rise, Online Reputation Management, Winches and Winch Lines, TRAA’s Legislative Hill Day and More
The Tow Times May issue is brimming with a variety of topics including four-wheel-drive off-road tow trucks competing in the southern Utah desert, how repossession numbers climbed in 2024 and may increase, monitoring and responding to how your business is perceived online, winch line considerations, and a review of TRAA’s impact on Capitol Hill during…
Read MoreLet’s Make a Deal
I’m sure you’ve heard from insurance companies, motor clubs or customers who want to “make a deal” when paying for your towing and recovery services. My most recent request to let’s make a deal came from someone wanting to know if I would set the price quoted for two more days until they could come…
Read MoreWe Teach
I was listening to a teacher asking parents some questions in regard to how their children learn. He asked them: “How does a child learn how to ride a bike? We teach. How does a child learn how to do math? We teach.” He then asked the parents if this sounded familiar: “This is the…
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