Posts by Editorial Staff
Dave Jones Award Nominations
Get ready to nominate an exemplary towing operator or company owner for the 2022 Dave Jones Leadership Award, named for the visionary towing pioneer Dave Jones. The winner is chosen by the Jones family. Deadline is August 15, 2022. To make a nomination, go to https://towtimes.com/2022-dave-jones-leadership-award-nomination/
Read MoreDoes it Really Matter?
I was curious about the dictionary definition of the word “wrecker.” Here is what I found: 1a: One who searches for, or works on, the wrecks of ships (as for rescue or for plunder) b: Tow truck 2: One who wrecks. Especially one whose work is the demolition of buildings. I then looked up the definition…
Read MorePromise Yourself
Like many towing companies, we offer the use of a truck for groups participating in holiday parades. This past Independence Day parade was no exception. The exception came as the parade was going to begin. The guys in the shop worked all week to get the trailer ready for the band that was going to…
Read MoreFederal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Renews IITR’s Application for Car Carrier Securement
Source: International Institute of Towing and Recovery press release The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced its decision to renew the application from the International Institute of Towing and Recovery (IITR) for an exemption from 49 CFR 393.112 to allow commercial vehicle operators to continue to secure automobiles, light trucks and vans using…
Read MoreAllstate Roadside 2021 Ring of Honor Award
Source: Allstate Roadside press release Allstate Roadside was in full force at the first major industry event of the year, the Florida Tow Show in Orlando in April. In addition to talking with hundreds of service providers and other industry players, Allstate Roadside presented educational seminars, hosted or co-hosted major events including a rally to…
Read MoreMaryland AAA Operator Struck and Killed While Assisting Motorist
A CBS 13WJZ Baltimore news report states that a AAA worker died Tuesday, July 5, as he was assisting a motorist with a disabled vehicle on westbound Route 50 in Bowie, Md. Maryland State Police said Anthony Okozi, 69, of Upper Marlboro was parked behind a van straddling the left lane and left shoulder with…
Read MoreAudio Article: Tow Challenges and Tips for Handling EVs
Tow Challenges and Tips for Handling EVs From the July 2022 Issue of Tow Times Magazine Last year there were 62 different electric vehicle (EV) models on U.S. roads, according to the Electric Power Research Institute. Another recent report states that number is expected to nearly double this year alone, representing a challenge for the tow…
Read MoreTips for Towing Electric Vehicles, Business Diversification, Using Spreader Bars, Maintaining Older Equipment and More
The Tow Times July issue examines points to consider when towing electric vehicles, risks and rewards of business diversification, spreader bar standards, ratings and assembly, and the benefits of maintaining older equipment. This issue also features a look at a mini workhorse of the towing industry — the skid steer loader, tow light regulations and…
Read MoreAAA Activates Tow to Go for Fourth of July Weekend
To help make roadways safer during the Fourth of July weekend, AAA will be activating its “Tow to Go” program as an option to driving while impaired. The service, which is available free to AAA members and non-members, will be in effect from 6 p.m. Friday, July 1, through 6 a.m. Tuesday, July 5. Those…
Read MoreTow Show or No Tow Show
The Wisconsin Towing Association recently held their annual tow show and celebrated 55 years as an association. For me and my family, that weekend was always considered our vacation. If you have a small towing company, I’m sure you know what it’s like to take time off and away from the business. Thankfully, for our…
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