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New EasyWedge Inflatable Air Bag Three-Pack Combo
Steck Manufacturing has introduced the commercial-grade EasyWedge Inflatable Air Bag Three-pack Combo (STC32925). This multi-use air wedge trio is for emergency vehicle access, vehicle repair applications, construction (window and door casement fitting), appliance leveling, DIY home use and more. The EasyWedge trio consists of three bags sized for many applications. With a compact size and…
Read MoreAgero Launches 4th Annual Summer Hustle Program for Service Providers
Agero press release: Agero has announced the launch of its Summer Hustle ‘24 program, “The Performance Series.” Now in its fourth year, Summer Hustle celebrates the dedication and hard work of service providers from across the country. Their efforts play a crucial role in helping Agero deliver high-quality, reliable tow and road services for its…
Read MoreTRAA Change in Leadership
On July 11, the Towing and Recovery Association of America (TRAA) reported that William E. Johnson had resigned from his position as TRAA president for personal reasons. “While this is difficult, we sincerely wish him well in all his endeavors and greatly appreciate his many contributions to TRAA over the years,” stated a TRAA press…
Read MoreHeavy Recovery with Fixed Boom Trucks, Documenting Heavy-Duty Recoveries with Drones, Air Cushions at Work and More
The Tow Times July issue goes heavy into heavy-duty recovery with articles focusing on using fixed-boom and integrated trucks for recovery, deploying drones to document the recovery process and locating vehicles, how an Illinois company used air cushions to upright a loaded tractor-trailer with the cargo intact, and things heavy-duty trainers want students to know…
Read MoreWould You Hold Please?
I’m very willing to learn something new, but the new phone system we just had installed has become a bit of a challenge for me. They have been working on transferring to the new system for a while now, and one day I walked into my office and on my desk was a new desktop…
Read MoreProfessional Wrecker Operators of Florida Instrumental in Passing Lien Release Fee Legislation
PWOF press release: Attention Florida Towing Industry The Professional Wrecker Operators of Florida (PWOF) was instrumental in passing HB179 during this year’s legislative session. As of July 1, Florida towing operators can now charge a Lien Release Fee not to exceed $250.This is in addition to all other towing and storage charges when a vehicle or…
Read MoreTime For Some R & R
If you work in the towing and recovery industry, you know there isn’t much time for taking family vacations and taking time off for much needed rest and relaxation. Sometimes, it’s hard enough to try and take off one night to just go out to dinner. I have learned, I think the hard way, that…
Read MoreAAA Activates Tow to Go for Independence Day Holiday Period
As AAA prepares to rescue nearly 800,000 drivers nationwide with car trouble during the week of Independence Day, it will also provide a free service to keep impaired drivers off the road. The Auto Club Group is activating its Tow to Go program in Florida and other select states (see below), offering a safe ride…
Read MoreAAA Will Rescue Nearly 800,000 Stranded Drivers Around the 4th of July Holiday
Source: AAA press release AAA projects Independence Day travelers will set new records nationwide. More than 70.9 million people around the U.S. are expected to travel 50 miles or more away from home. AAA expects to rescue nearly 800,000 stranded motorists during the nine-day holiday period, from Saturday, June 29 to Sunday, July 7th. The…
Read MoreHeavy-Duty Recovery Scene Safety, Pedestrian Hazards, Top 10 Roadside Safety Tips, Lifted or Suspended Loads and More
The Tow Times June issue is all about safety. We cover towing operator safety at recovery scenes, reducing the chances of striking pedestrians while behind the wheel, tips to increase safety while on the roadside and saftey factors to consider when working on or near jobs where loads are lifted or suspended. Plus we address…
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