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Tow Operator Struck and Killed by Semi in Shawnee, Oklahoma
A tow operator was struck and killed by a tractor-trailer Tuesday, March 28, at approximately 9:30 p,m. on Interstate 40 in Shawnee, Oklahoma. According to news reports, operator Kyle McCollough, 27, was assisting a motorist with a disabled vehicle when the semi hit him. He died at the scene. His girlfriend was in the tow…
Read MoreTalbert Manufacturing Featured Customized 70SA-RC-RA Trailer at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023
Talbert Manufacturing, a North American leader in specialized heavy-haul solutions, has completed a customized version of its 70SA-RC-RA trailer for Atlas Crane Services Inc. of Aurora, Ill. The trailer was custom-engineered to incorporate multiple axle configurations based on customer requirements for optimum versatility. Talbert recently featured the custom-built 70SA-RC-RA during CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023, March 14-18, in…
Read MoreDavid Scheitlin to Serve as 59th NTEA Board Chair
Source: NTEA press release On March 9, 2023 at the National Truck Equipment’s Work Truck Week in Indianapolis, Ind., David Scheitlin, director of operations at Holman – Manufacturing & Distribution (Roanoke, Indiana), was installed as 59th Board chair of NTEA – The Association for the Work Truck Industry. He accepted the position from immediate past…
Read MoreFlagman Announces First International Supporter
Flagman, an organization that promotes awareness for Slow Down, Move Over laws and towing operator safety, has announced its first international supporter, Slowdownmoveover UK. Founded by Paul Anstee, Slow Down Move Over UK shares Flagman’s vision to “build a culture of awareness for all road users, so when they are presented with a temporary hazard…
Read MoreMagic Wand, Superhero Cape or Flying Tow Truck
It was 4:15 last Friday afternoon. I received a call from a woman who needed her car towed A.S.A.P. She needed to get the vehicle to a dealership within the next half hour because she didn’t know if the service department closed at 5:00 because of St. Patrick’s Day. She also said she needed a…
Read MoreKalyn Siebert Introduces Fully Galvanized Sliding Axle Trailer
Kalyn Siebert has introduced a new, fully galvanized sliding axle trailer that offers protection from harsh road and sea salt. With top-to-bottom corrosion resistance, the trailer is suited for towing and recovery operations in the Midwest, New England and Gulf Coast, as well as any other area of the country. The trailer is available in…
Read MoreHino Trucks Expands Product Portfolio to Include Electric Vehicles
Hino press release: During a press conference at the NTEA Work Truck Week, March 7–10, 2023. Hino Trucks announced an expansion of its product range to include electric vehicles. Hino Trucks will offer an electric version of their M- and L- Series medium-duty trucks branded Me Series and Le Series available in 2024. Hino Trucks…
Read MoreAAA Activates Tow to Go for St. Patrick’s Day
AAA press release: AAA will be working to keep impaired drivers off the road this St. Patrick’s Day. The Auto Club Group is reactivating its Tow to Go program for the holiday period, providing safe transportation for impaired drivers and their vehicles. Tow to Go is active from 6 p.m. Thursday, March 17 – 6…
Read MoreGeorgia Tow Operator Struck and Killed on Interstate 85
A Georgia tow operator was struck and killed on March 15 by an out-of-control vehicle on Interstate 85 near Newnan, GA. Operator Toby Bowden, 49, was at an accident scene that closed the left lane and left emergency lane. He was standing in the left side emergency lane near fire engines when a 2006 Honda…
Read MoreCox Automotive Acquires FleetNet America
Cox Automotive has announced the acquisition of FleetNet America®. “The market leadership that comes with this joining of our two companies is unmatched in the fleet space,” said Steve Rowley, president of Cox Automotive. “Empowered by our combined decades-long legacy, best-in-class customers and service provider networks, and industry expertise, we’re disrupting the status quo and leading…
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