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Washington Tow Operator Killed in Tow Truck/Semi-Truck Traffic Crash
A tow operator died Monday, Aug. 4, when his tow tow truck was hit by a semi-truck in Lewis County, Wash. The Washington State Patrol stated that the tow truck and semi were westbound on highway U.S. 12 near Salkum when the tow operator, a 64-year-old Cle Elum man, made a u-turn and his truck…
Read MoreA Day in the Life of a Dispatcher
I received this in an email from a fellow tow lady and I had to chuckle. Those of you who are dispatchers will certainly know where we’re coming from. No disrespect to the agent from the motor club – we’ve all been there, and you can’t make this stuff up. Motor club: Hi, this is…
Read MoreMaryland Tow Operator Struck/Injured on Interstate 695
A Maryland tow operator assisting in clearing vehicles from a crash on I-695 in Parkville, Md., was struck by an oncoming vehicle on Aug. 1. Antonio Martinez, 38, of Baltimore was taken to the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center. Police are investigating the crash. A Maryland State Police news release regarding the incident can…
Read MoreBalboa Capital Named One of the 7 Best Equipment Financing Lenders for Small Businesses
Balboa Capital has been named one of the 7 Best Equipment Financing Lenders for Small Businesses 2020 by Business.org. Balboa Capital received the Best for Fast Funding category of the ranking. Business.org assists small business owners and decision makers find tools and services to help them grow their businesses with in-depth research, product reviews and…
Read MoreNew Solar LED Flasher Lights for Marking Obstructions and Hazards
J.W. Speaker Corporation has announced the launch of its high-powered, low-profile solar LED flasher lights to help crews, motorists and passersby identify dangerous obstructions in a wide range of settings. The new lights are fully sustainable and offer visibility for up to one mile (1.6km) in any location where safety is a priority but power…
Read MoreWin This Truck
Win a 2020 Hino chassis with a Miller Industries car carrier in the Professional Wrecker Operators of Florida Hino/Miller truck raffle. The raffle will be held October 24, 2020, at approximately 3 p.m. Watch the drawing live on the Hino and Miller Industries Facebook pages. • $10 donation. • Multi-ticket discounts. Download your ticket order…
Read MoreCalifornia Tow Operator, Motorist Killed After Being Struck on the Shoulder of I-15
A tow operator and the driver of a vehicle the operator was assisting died July 30 at approximately 5:17 a.m., when they were struck on the shoulder of Interstate 15 near Baker, Calif. The California Highway Patrol stated that the operator, a 43-year-old male from Barstow, Calif., was assisting the driver of a 2002 Chevrolet…
Read MoreFive Good Things
I have had many fellow towers tell me they don’t turn on the news anymore. The weather seems to be about the only thing they want to keep up-to-date with. I don’t blame them. My own blood pressure goes up watching the news. Along with the disturbing local and national news (Is it even reliable…
Read MoreIsuzu Now Has Dealerships in All 50 States
Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc., has welcomed its newest dealership, located in Casper, Wyoming. With the addition of Isuzu Truck of Wyoming, the company now has dealerships in all 50 states. The dealership, located at 4113 W. Yellowstone Highway in Casper, is owned and operated by William F. and R. Fred DeVore. “We are…
Read MoreLonger 3-Stage Underlift for Miller Industries Industrial Carriers
Miller Industries Towing Equipment Inc. has released a new, longer heavy-duty 3-stage underlift for their industrial carrier platform. This underlift is available as an upgrade option on Miller Industries’ long-wheelbase 30-Series and 40-Series industrial carriers. The underlift offers a 77-inch maximum reach (measured from the end of the bed to the center of the towing…
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