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Muncie Power Welcomes Alan Jones
Muncie, Ind., January 27, 2020 — Muncie Power Products, Inc., a manufacturer of power take-offs and fluid power components, has introduced its new senior executive director of engineering, Alan Jones. His responsibilities will include overseeing all engineering activities including product testing, product liability, intellectual property and new product development activities. He will also be responsible for developing…
Read MorePennsylvania Tow Operator Killed When Tow Truck Rolls Over Him During Repossession
A tow operator from Indiana County, Pa., was killed when his tow truck rolled over him during a repossession early Tuesday, Feb. 18, in McKeesport, Pa. Andrew Sester, 42, of Lucerne Mines was pronounced dead at 4:54 a.m. According to Allegheny County police, Sester, who worked for International Recovery Systems had stopped to secure the pickup under…
Read MoreTCR Towing & Recovery LLC
This 2019 Peterbilt with a Century 1150 rotator is from the fleet of TCR Towing & Recovery LLC in Bremen, Ga. The truck was purchased off the show floor at the 2018 Tennessee Tow Show from Crouch’s Wrecker & Equipment Sales LLC in Kingston, Tenn. Family owned and operated, TCR Towing & Recovery has three…
Read MoreRepossession Special, Self-Loader/Add-On Wheel-lifts, Repo Insurance and More
The Tow Times February issue focuses on repossession, with articles on the advantages of self-loaders and add-on wheel-lifts for repossession work, insurance requirements for performing collateral recovery and how to deal with angry customers. There’s also information on techniques for light-duty recovery, and the Recovery Review department showcases how operators dealt with a tractor-trailer hanging…
Read MoreMissouri Tow Operator Struck and Killed Feb. 7
Tow operator Timothy J. Williams, 55, was struck and killed at approximately 9 p.m., Friday, February 7, on U.S. Highway 65 near Springfield, Mo. An employee with Affordable Towing of Springfield, Williams was standing beside a vehicle on the roadside when a vehicle driven by Christopher Rice, 27, traveled off the road and hit Williams,…
Read MoreIn Hot Water
Many of us in the towing and recovery industry have at one time or another found ourselves in difficult situations where we feel in danger, or we’re being criticized for something we said or did. I think of these times as “being in hot water.” I wasn’t feeling well this past weekend and decided to…
Read MoreAnd the Beat Goes On
February is American Heart Month, and “National Wear Red Day” to show support is Friday, February 7. Nearly one in three Americans die of cardiovascular disease. The American Heart Association would like to change that, stating: “Let’s make a big impact! February is about more than just wearing red; it’s an opportunity to spread awareness, support…
Read More“Bug Splat” is Part of Custom Wrap
Bug splat on the side mirrors is just one of the details of the unique wrap covering the Tow Times 2019 Shine ‘n Star Grand Prize Winner. The 2017 Kenworth with a Century 5130 belongs to Johnson’s Heavy Towing of Flagstaff, Ariz. The truck’s name is “Rust Bucket” and the wrap’s design is a cross…
Read MoreTalbert Offers Modular 65-Ton Trailer
Talbert Manufacturing offers the 65SA Modular Trailer. The trailer’s design features a flip extension to accommodate a tandem- or tri-axle jeep dolly, allowing for maximum load configurations. It can also pair with Talbert’s E2 or E3Nitro axle extension, which dampens axle movement and controls load transfer. The modular trailer maintains a 65-ton rating at half…
Read MorePeterbilt Honored as Top Workplace for Women by Women In Trucking
Peterbilt Motors Company has been recognized by Women In Trucking as a top workplace for women in the transportation industry. “Peterbilt is committed to championing the development of women leaders and cultivating a diverse workforce. We are honored to receive recognition from Women In Trucking for our efforts,” said Jason Skoog, PACCAR Vice President and…
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