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I’m Fine
Last November at the Waukesha, Wis., Christmas Parade, Darrell Brooks drove his SUV through the parade route, killing six people and injuring dozens. At his sentencing, I listened to several victims speak of their traumatic experiences caused by his actions. One woman’s story really stuck out with me because she still deals with PTSD among…
Read MoreEARTEC Company Announces EVADE Xtreme Wireless Communication
The EARTEC Company has introduced XTreme wireless for professional crews that need instantaneous, hands-free voice contact. These hard-hat compatible headsets feature a compact transceiver built inside the ear cups, eliminating wires and belt packs. Each complete XTreme intercom includes one “main” headset that relays the digital signals generated by up to eight “remotes.” The headsets…
Read MoreBrian Daniels appointed Vice President of Daimler Truck Vocational National Accounts
Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) has announced that Brian Daniels has been appointed as vice president, vocational national accounts. In this role, Daniels and his team will continue to support truck equipment manufacturers, while identifying growth opportunities for Daimler Truck North America’s vocational fleet business. He succeeds Richard Saward who will retire after a 42-year…
Read MoreTRAA Announces Move Over Law Resolution Passed U.S. House of Representatives
The Towing and Recovery Association of America, Inc.® (TRAA), announced on November 15 the passage of Move Over Law Resolution (H.Res. 1463) in the U.S. House of Representatives. The following is a TRAA press release regarding the passage: The resolution, which was introduced by Congressman Jim McGovern (D-MA 2), supports the goals and ideals of…
Read MoreMissouri Tow Operator Dies in Single-Vehicle Crash
A tow operator died November 15 in a single-vehicle crash near Interstate 44 in Joplin, Missouri. According to the Joplin Police Department, operator Bradley E. Skaggs, age 18 of Lanagan, Missouri, was the only occupant in a 2003 Chevrolet tow truck that rolled over into a ditch on the roadway shoulder just east of Rangeline…
Read MoreTow Operator Struck and Killed on the Florida Turnpike
A Florida tow operator was killed Thursday, Nov. 10, on the Florida Turnpike in Orange County. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the operator, a 42-year-old man from Poinciana, was assisting at a single-vehicle crash. He was outside of his truck with his warning lights activated, and a FHP trooper with lights activated was also…
Read MoreCalifornia Tow Operator Killed in Towing Accident
A tow operator was killed Tuesday, November 8, as a result of a towing accident in Twentynine Palms, Calif. A sheriff’s report stated that at approximately 5 p.m., operator Michael Micheletti, 42, was attempting to tow a tractor-trailer when the tractor “slid off the tow truck’s lift, rolling backwards and trapping him under the tractor.”…
Read MoreNHTSA: Kia Recall for Fire Risk
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Consumer Alert: Kia America has issued a new recall for certain Model Year 2008-2009 Kia Sportage vehicles due to a continued risk of fire. Kia strongly urges owners of these vehicles to park their cars outside and away from homes and other structures until their vehicles have been repaired. An…
Read More2023 Hall of Fame Applications Now Being Accepted
Each year, the International Towing & Recovery Hall of Fame & Museum recognizes individuals who have made substantial contributions to the towing and recovery industry. The tradition started in 1986 when the towing and recovery industry realized it was time to display the roots of the profession. Industry professionals came together and selected individuals who…
Read MoreA Note to Salesmen
A salesman showed up the other day and wanted to talk to who takes care of our vehicle maintenance. I usually have them talk to my husband, but he was out on the road so I introduced myself and advised him I would give my husband the brochure and business card he had. He started…
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