Posts by Editorial Staff
EV Towing, Networking for Profit, Moving Big Toolboxes, Expanded Recovery Review, Rotator/Recovery Tips and More
The Tow Times April issue is packed with information and insight including electric vehicle (EV) towing and recovery considerations, how networking can boost your company, and moving large mechanic’s toolboxes. This issue also features an expanded Recovery Review with eight pages of rotator recoveries, along with recovery tips from the featured companies in our “Rotator/Recovery…
Read MoreCelebrating Anniversary Milestones
I came across an article in the Milwaukee Biz Times Magazine highlighting surrounding area businesses celebrating milestone anniversaries from five years to 125 years. My own business is celebrating our 40th year in business this year. The author of the article stated: “Starting a business is hard work. It requires courage and a good idea,…
Read MoreSafeAll REV Portable EV Charging System
Source: SafeAll The SafeAll Portable EV Charging System charges electric vehicles (EVs). Prebuilt: The REV comes ready out of the box with everything you will need to get going within minutes. Compatibility: The REV works with all makes and models of EVs. Long Lasting: Ability to charge numerous vehicles per shift without having to refuel.…
Read MoreVehicle Management Solutions Strengthens Presence in Texas and Enters Georgia Markets
Source: Vehicle Management Solutions LLC press release Vehicle Management Solutions LLC (“VMS”), a portfolio company of Mill Point Capital LLC, (“Mill Point”) announced the acquisition of Grant Street Companies, LLC (the “Company” or “Grant Street”), a provider of police and private property impound (“PPI”) vehicle storage management and a subsidiary of Summit Vehicle Solutions. The…
Read MoreLouisiana Tow Operator Struck and Killed on I-49
A Louisiana tow operator was struck and killed Wednesday, April 3, on I-49 in St. Laundry Parish near the village of Washington, LA. Operator Shannon Thibodeaux, 34, of Lafayette was assisting a disabled vehicle with a flat tire on the right shoulder at approximately 2 a.m. A driver in an approaching F-150 pickup left the…
Read MoreTRAA Endorses & Secures Inclusion in National Work Zone Awareness Week Resolution
TRAA press release: Again this year, a bipartisan Senate resolution introduced by Senators Braun and Blumenthal to recognize April 15-19, 2024,as National Work Zone Awareness Week (S.Res.613) has been agreed in the Senate. The goal of the resolution is to raise awareness and educate motorist on how to safely move through and operate in work…
Read MoreMiller Industries and the Towing Museum Partner with Chattanooga “Wreckers” Baseball Team
Chattanooga Lookouts press release: CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – The Chattanooga Lookouts are proud to announce a new alternate identity for the 2024 season. The new alternate identity was chosen to recognize Chattanooga as the birthplace of the wrecker and to honor the past, present, and future of the towing industry. For six games the team will play…
Read MorePeterbilt Introduces New Mobile PTO Functionality with PACCAR TX-8 Automatic Transmission
Peterbilt has announced the availability of new mobile PTO functionality with the PACCAR TX-8 automatic transmission in the Models 548, 537 and 536. This new option allows for PTO engagement beyond first gear, increasing vehicle capabilities for vocational applications. “This additional PTO functionality provides the versatility to support Peterbilt customers with the right products and…
Read MoreEvent in Review: TRAA’s Legislative Action Workshop & Hill Day
TRAA press release: TRAA’s 6th annual Legislative Action Workshop & Hill Day was another huge success with over 24 states from across the country represented. Together members made real progress towards garnering support for (a) our position that towing does not belong in the FTC’s “Junk Fee” rule, (b) support for the House National Move…
Read MoreReasonableness
Recently, I was in conversation with a tower about a similar situation we were both facing and he used the word “reasonableness.” While I figured it meant to be reasonable, I was curious about the dictionary’s definition. According to the dictionary, reasonableness means sound judgment; fairness. The quality of being based on good sense. That…
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