Posts by Editorial Staff
This Time of Year
I’m sure many of you know of the elderly, angry and miserly character Ebenezer Scrooge from the novella A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens.
Read MoreDid You Hear the One About?
This time of year can bring a lot of stress to the lives of people in the towing and recovery industry. Mother Nature has a way of changing plans in a matter of hours.
Read MoreTruck Purchasing Info and More
The Tow Times December issue focuses on tow truck purchasing with input on considerations regarding your business model, service area and income sources. Plus, we cover ideas to keep in mind when purchasing a used truck and equipment. Technical information includes using a snatch block with a tow-eye screw when loading vehicles onto carrier beds,…
Read MoreWhat Do You Want First?
When you’re getting updates about something that’s happened, I’m sure you’ve been asked:“What do you want first? The good news or the bad news?”
Read MoreAccident or Incident?
I come from a large family — number five of eight children. I’ve been told that because of the four siblings before me I was not allowed to crawl.
Read MoreI’m Impressed
I’m so impressed by each year’s Tow Times Shine ‘n Star winners. I know the truck owners are proud, but the manufacturers of these awesome pieces of equipment should also be proud to have their trucks in the magazine.
Read More2018 Shine ‘n Star Winners
The Tow Times November issue announces the winners of the 2018 Shine ‘n Star tow truck photo beauty contest brought to you by Tow Times and powered by Ford Trucks. On the cover is the grand prize winner: A 2019 Peterbilt with a Jerr-Dan HDR 1000 50/60 rotator with a JFB body. The proud owner…
Read More2018 Shine ‘n Star Photo Parade and More
The Tow Times October issue contains a reader favorite: The Shine ‘n Star Photo Parade featuring a selection of entries in this year’s Shine ‘n Star contest brought to you by Tow Times and powered by Ford Trucks. This issue also covers the tax advantages of purchasing a truck, taking a proactive approach to OSHA…
Read MoreGet Your Customer’s Attention
Attracting the attention of your potential or existing customers is getting more competitive and expensive as technology grows. Companies have more ways to access potential clients through social media, direct mail or email. It’s important to be strategic when spending time and money on a marketing plan. To help with your strategy: Decide when to…
Read MoreThe 28th Annual Tow Times Sourcebook and More
This year’s towing and recovery industry buyer’s guide, the 28th annual Sourcebook, has extensive listings for manufacturers, distributors, products, services and more. Not only is the Sourcebook included in the Tow Times September issue, you’ll discover how towing companies are offering environmental response at accident scenes, and how recovery operators can save lives along with…
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