Posts by Editorial Staff
Ohio Tow Operators Honor Fallen Colleague
Tow operators from across Ohio came together on Sunday, July 11 to honor fallen operator Glenn Ewing, 32, who was struck July 4 as he loaded a disabled vehicle near Rapid Run Park in Cincinnati. Ewing was hospitalized and died on July 6. Ewing’s colleagues, friends and guests gathered at AAA Club Alliance before joining…
Read MoreLoading Angles, Winch Options, Electric Vehicle Fires and More
The Tow Times July issue focuses on car carriers — from low loading angles, to winch options, to using carriers for recovery. This issue also features precautions tow operators can take in the event of electric vehicle fires, and a special visit behind the scenes with Rick “Bear” Renders of the television series Heavy Rescue…
Read MoreThe Telephone Game
To play the “telephone game,” players sit in a circle or stand in a line. The players are close enough that whispering is possible, but not too close that players can hear each other whisper. The first person whispers a phrase into the ear of the person to their right if in a circle, or…
Read MoreOhio Tow Operator Struck by Vehicle Dies From Injuries
Tow operator Glenn Ewing, 32, died from injuries he received Sunday, July 4, after being struck by a vehicle in Cincinnati, Ohio. His death was confirmed by the Hamilton County coroner’s office. According to Cincinnati Police, Ewing was loading a vehicle onto his tow truck late Sunday evening on Rapid Run Pike when a vehicle…
Read MoreRanger PatrolWorks with License Plate Recognition
Ranger SST has announced it is launching Ranger PatrolWorks with License Plate Recognition (LPR). The new Relocation/Private Property Impound (PPI) solution will include automated LPR detections primarily aimed at apartment complexes, university lots and temporary parking lots such as events, hospitals and airports. Rather than manual lot surveys for vehicles without a valid permit/sticker, the …
Read MoreFlorida Tow Operators Hold Rally/Procession for Injured Officer
Dozens of tow operators from across Central Florida gathered at the Halifax Health Medical Center in Daytona on June 29 to rally for a Daytona Beach police officer critically injured in a shooting. Daytona Beach Officer Jason Raynor, 26, was hospitalized at the center after being shot in the head on June 23. Raynor reportedly…
Read MoreTowing Museum and HAAS Alert Partner in Safety Campaign
HAAS Alert and the International Towing Museum are partnering to protect tow fleets from struck-by fatalities through the #nomorenamesonthewall tow operator safety campaign. Safety Cloud by HAAS Alert prevents collisions by digitally alerting drivers of critical roadway information. Safety Cloud is a digital warning system for road safety. When emergency fleets activate their lights, Safety…
Read MoreWhat’s in it For Me?
When it comes to joining a state or national towing association, over the years I’ve heard the question, “What’s in it for me? What do I get by being a member?” We all can become frustrated when we believe issues or concerns are not being addressed or resolved fast enough by our towing associations. I…
Read MoreAmerican Towing and Recovery Institute Podcast
The American Towing and Recovery Institute podcast, American Towing and Recovery Institute On the Go, features weekly episodes with institute founder Wes Wilburn. Wilburn addresses towing industry issues, informational topics, events, training and more with industry guests. The podcast is hosted on iHeartRadio. For more information, visit the American Towing and Recovery Institute, or the…
Read MoreJerr-Dan Launches New Online Brand Store
Jerr-Dan is now offering an expanded lineup of branded clothing, safety apparel, drinkware and more with the launch of a new online merchandise store from Jerr-Dan, an Oshkosh Corporation company (NYSE: OSK). The new Jerr-Dan branded merchandise collection includes men’s, women’s and youth apparel, outerwear, accessories and safety items. Ballcaps and other headwear will be…
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