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South Carolina Tow Operator Killed in Crash with Freight Train
A tow operator was killed in a crash with a freight train Tuesday, October 4, near Ravenel, South Carolina. An initial investigation revealed that Kevin Scott, 52, was driving a flatbed tow truck at approximately 4:30 p.m. when he attempted to cross train tracks near Salters Hill Road and Drayton Street and was hit by…
Read MoreCalifornia Tow Operator Dies from Medical Emergency While Clearing Crash
A tow operator in Bakersfield, Calif., has died from a medical emergency while clearing a crash on Tuesday, October 4. The Bakersfield Police Department said the operator was working a minor injury crash at approximately 5:22 p.m. on Coffee Road north of Stockdale Highway when the operator died. The operator’s identity has not been made…
Read MoreTraining Begins at the Tennessee Tow Show
Tennessee Tow Show activities kicked off with training classes by WreckMaster and the Emergency Road Service Coalition of America (ERSCA). WreckMaster’s first day included classroom training by instructor Casey Burrows on all aspects of heavy-duty recovery. ERSCA’s class by instructor Shane Coleman covered light-duty towing and recovery. Hands-on training segments for both classes were scheduled…
Read MoreThe 2022 Shine ‘n Star Photo Parade, Gearing Up for Winter, Dealing with Floodwaters, Honoring the Fallen and More
The Tow Times October issue contains the ever-popular Shine ‘n Star Photo Parade, a selection of entries in the 2022 Shine ‘n Star contest. With the recent impacts of Hurricane Ian, readers in flood-affected states will find this issue’s article “Dealing with Floodwaters and Flooded Vehicles” especially useful. In addition, the issue features tips for…
Read MoreThere’s a First Time for Everything
I received a text from a friend that read: “I saw my first ever female tow truck driver today. Can’t believe it’s the 21st century and that’s the first time I’ve seen a girl tow truck driver …. Lol.” As the saying goes, there’s a first time for everything. I think the traditional roles for…
Read MoreFreightliner Upgrades Popular Models in New Plus Series
Freightliner has introduced the new Plus series — enhanced versions of its M2 and SD models, including the M2 106 Plus, M2 112 Plus, 108SD Plus, and 114SD Plus. The enhanced models provide a major update to the interior and electrical systems of the M2 and SD models, which represent the leading medium-duty and one…
Read MoreVolvo Trucks Begins Production of Heavy Electric Trucks in Europe
As the first global truck manufacturer to do so, Volvo Trucks is now starting series production of heavy electric, 44-ton trucks. The company will offer electric versions of the its heavy-duty Volvo FH, Volvo FM and Volvo FMX. These models represent around two thirds of the company’s sales. With these new additions, Volvo Trucks has six…
Read MoreAgero Announces Enhancements for Clients, Customers and Service Providers
Agero has announced a series of platform enhancements and services for clients, customers and their service provider network. The updates are steps Agero has taken in transforming the driver support experience to increase efficiency, speed service completion and offer new options for consumers. “Aging vehicles and higher traffic volumes are equating to robust demand for…
Read MoreKapnick Welcomes New Client Executive to Towing and Transport Practice Group
Kapnick Insurance welcomes Jimmy Wheeler as a client executive in their business insurance division, specifically their transportation and towing practice group. “We’re excited to welcome Jimmy to the Kapnick team,” says Keith Tubergen, vice president and leader of the transportation practice and small business insurance division at Kapnick. “Not only does he have valuable knowledge…
Read MoreLimited Space Remains for Tennessee Tow Show Training
Be sure to sign up for training at the 2022 Tennessee Tow Show. Training courses are October 5-7. Light-duty training by ERSCA, and heavy-duty training by WreckMaster will be conducted October 5-6. To register, click here. A seminar on hybrid and electric vehicles, presented by ESA, will he held October 7. To register, click here.…
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