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The Tow Times August issue features info for proper loading and securement in “WreckMaster’s Car Carrier Basics” and “5 Wheel-lift Loading Tips” by Peter Fuerst of the International Institute of Towing and Recovery. The article “Used Truck Market Remains Strong as Economic Growth Continues” reviews the current used tow truck market including which type of…

The Tow Times June issue focuses on safety with top 10 crash avoidance tips, teaching safety in the workplace and safety measures towing operators can use on the job. This issue also includes a look at how tires are a critical foundation for any tow truck. Tire selection, maintenance and brands are some of the…

The Tow Times May issue focuses on industry trends in heavy recovery, and heavy recovery accessories featured in the Tow Times Recovery Review department in 2018. There’s also tips on backing a tow truck safely, and “invoicing red flags,” with information on how to avoid heavy-duty invoicing items that can create delays in getting paid.…

The Tow Times April issue is loaded with info on how to make dispatching a sales tool for your company, popular towing accessories, tips on loading car carriers, a challenging recovery of a sunken tractor-trailer and much more.

The Tow Times March issue focuses on light-duty towing with the 2019 Light-Duty Survey and the feature article “How to Make More Money in Light-Duty Towing.” You’ll also find information about promoting your business through social media platforms, how women are making inroads into towing, a look (and listen) to the new Tow Business Podcast,…

The Tow Times February issue revs up with a special racing feature that focuses how the track recovery team at Charlotte Motor Speedway puts their Dynamic towing equipment to work, how fleet owners benefit from video camera systems on their trucks, the history, purpose and advantages of tow eye bolts and the recovery of an…

The Tow Times January 2019 issue kicks off the New Year with tips to keep healthy while working in frigid weather, understanding and attracting millennials for today’s workforce, winch basics (ratings, gearing and use) and the annual Industry Events calendar. Our Recovery Review department features an Ohio towing company winching a 747 jumbo jet onto…

The Tow Times December issue focuses on tow truck purchasing with input on considerations regarding your business model, service area and income sources. Plus, we cover ideas to keep in mind when purchasing a used truck and equipment. Technical information includes using a snatch block with a tow-eye screw when loading vehicles onto carrier beds,…

The Tow Times November issue announces the winners of the 2018 Shine ‘n Star tow truck photo beauty contest brought to you by Tow Times and powered by Ford Trucks. On the cover is the grand prize winner: A 2019 Peterbilt with a Jerr-Dan HDR 1000 50/60 rotator with a JFB body. The proud owner…

The Tow Times October issue contains a reader favorite: The Shine ‘n Star Photo Parade featuring a selection of entries in this year’s Shine ‘n Star contest brought to you by Tow Times and powered by Ford Trucks. This issue also covers the tax advantages of purchasing a truck, taking a proactive approach to OSHA…