Posts by Editorial Staff

Flagman Applauds Sen. Blumenthal’s Bipartisan Slow Down, Move Over Resolution

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Flagman Inc. press release: Flagman Inc., the Honolulu-based grassroots non-profit organization focused on raising awareness about roadside dangers that first responders and highway workers face, applauds the efforts of Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) whose bipartisan Slow Down Move Over resolution was passed by the U.S. Senate in late November. Flagman founder Cindy Iodice of Honolulu…

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New Lite It Wireless Mini-4 Tow Light Bar

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Custer Products has introduced the new Lite It Wireless Mini-4 tow light bar. • 17-inch wireless mini tow light bar with the same technology as their larger bars • Wireless operation with 4-pin, 7B or 7R transmitter • Rechargeable 2.3 Ah battery with CIG cord charger • Low profile with stop, tail, turn functions •…

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Doran Manufacturing Partners with Uptake Analytics to Enhance Safety and Fuel Efficiency for Fleets

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Doran Manufacturing, a leader in tire pressure and temperature monitoring for on-road fleets and off-road equipment, has partnered with Uptake Technologies to further enhance tire safety and fuel efficiency for fleets of all sizes. When combined with Uptake Analytics, Doran 360™ TPMS provides data-driven insights which help to prevent unplanned failures, reduce tire wear, and…

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AAA Activates Tow to Go for Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend

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AAA is preparing for a busy Thanksgiving holiday weekend, expecting to respond to more than 570,000 calls from drivers with car trouble. Beginning on Wednesday, The Auto Club Group will also launch its free ‘Tow to Go’ service, which is aimed at preventing impaired driving. The program is available in Florida and other select states…

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Towing Associations Member Benefits

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I just attended the Wisconsin Towing Association’s Board meeting which was held at a member’s place of business. Besides towing, this member does truck repair and this is their second location. The building and facility are brand new and equipped with state-of-the-art equipment. A lot of thought and detail were put into the planning and…

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Christmas Pete Returns to the Towing Museum

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Towing Museum press release: Check out the one-and-only 60-ton wrecker with over 35,000 Christmas lights. During the celebration guests enjoy: Free Museum admission 10% off select gift shop purchases Pictures with Santa (5-7 p.m.) Free cookies, hot cocoa and coffee Find the elf contest, holiday music and more Don’t miss this fun-filled evening at the…

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RoadSync and Towbook Integration is Now Live

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RoadSync and Towbook have built an integration designed to help towing and roadside repair companies handle payments effortlessly. With Towbook’s towing software and RoadSync’s advanced payment platform, towing businesses now have a seamless solution that simplifies invoicing, reduces back-office work, and opens up new payment options, including fuel cards and fleet checks. Key benefits include:…

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Expanded Recovery Review, Museum Weekend Review, the Wall of the Fallen Name Unveiling Ceremony, Social Media Sensation, Safely Entering and Exiting a Tow Truck Cab and More

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The Tow Times November issue features a variety of topics beginning with an expanded Recovery Review department with four, two-page recoveries of tangled tractor-trailers, a 140,000-lb. rock crusher, an overturned tractor-trailer in a tunnel and a loaded concrete mixer. There’s also a review of the Museum Weekend event and the Wall of the Fallen Name…

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Rocky Mountain High

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There’s a song written and sung by John Denver titled, “Rocky Mount High.” Back in 1972 when the song was released, it was banned by some radio stations as many people thought it meant getting high on drugs, but in reality, it meant getting high on life. Denver found that the beauty, sights and sounds…

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