Posts by Editorial Staff

Texas Tow Operator Struck/Killed and Another Injured in I-20 Crash

A tow operator was killed and another injured on Wednesday, Feb. 7 in a multi-vehicle crash on I-20 in Ducanville, TX. The incident occurred eastbound at approximately 1:00 p.m. near Cedar Ridge Drive. According the Dallas County Sheriff’s Office, the operators were on the right shoulder with tow trucks preparing to tow a vehicle when…

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I Ain’t Got No

I ain’t got no college degree. I ain’t no doctor or pro-athlete, but I still see myself as a professional in the towing and recovery industry and the work I do every day. Just because I don’t have a piece of paper saying I graduated with a degree in something, doesn’t mean I’m not qualified,…

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TowMate Unveils New Safety Lighting with HINVII Technology: SS470UVA and TM-LS-UVA

TowMate has announced the launch of two safety lighting products incorporating patented HINVII technology: the SS470UVA and the TM-LS-UVA. These products are designed to enhance the visibility and safety of roadside workers without compromising their fields of vision. The SS470UVA, a UV light head, is designed to dramatically increase the visibility of roadside workers’ vests.…

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TRAA Represents Industry at National TIM Symposium

Towing and Recovery Association of America (TRAA) press release: Traffic incident management (TIM) stakeholders from across the country convened in October 2023, for the FHWA National Traffic Incident Management (TIM) Responder Leadership, Technology, and Training Symposium at the National Emergency Training Center (NETC) in Emmitsburg, MD. Joanne Blyton, TRAA president, and Cynthia Martineau, TRAA executive…

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Industry Consolidation, Recovery Equipment and Rigging, Predatory Towing Legislation, Enhancing Car Carrier Versatility and More

The Tow Times February issue focuses on acquisitions and consolidation in the towing industry, some of the go-to equipment used for recovery, possible legislation to address perceived predatory towing, and 10 options and accessories to optimize car carrier performance. In our Recovery Review department, tow operators use training, experience and specialized equipment to recover a…

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Guardian Fleet Services Acquires Roberts Heavy Duty Towing Inc., Expanding Reach to Lexington, KY

Guardian Fleet Services, a leading provider of towing, recovery, and specialized transportation services, has announced the successful acquisition of Roberts Heavy Duty Towing Inc., based in Lexington, KY. The acquisition is Guardian Fleet Services’ first location in Kentucky. Founded in 1999 by Lee Roberts, Roberts Heavy Duty Towing Inc. has evolved from a one-truck operation…

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Century Celebrates 50 Years

Source: Miller Industries press release In 1974, Century hit the roads with a mission: redefine the towing and recovery industry. Now, as we stand on the cusp of 2024, the Century brand proudly celebrates five decades of towing excellence and innovation. Over the past 50 years, Century has become a symbol of unwavering commitment to…

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Indiana Tow Operator Struck and Killed on Toll Road

A tow operator was struck and killed Thursday, January 18 on the Indiana Toll Road at mile marker 114.2 north of Shipshewana in LaGrange County. The Indiana State Police reports that crews were on the scene of an incident at that location at approximately 9:40 a.m. cleaning up a diesel spill and removing a tractor-trailer…

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