Nomad USB iPhone chargers ideal for towers
By Andrew Ardizzi Our mobile phones are everything to us nowadays, in that I mean we use them for everything because they’ve evolved so much and come so far since the days of phones the size of our forearms–never mind those plugged into a wall–that they’re a catch-all device that can place calls, surf the internet […]
Towing Markham offering low-cost roadside service
Markham, Ontario — May 29, 2014 — People can face the problem of their vehicle breaking down at any time, whether it’s day or night. And to help people in case of a sudden car breakdown, the Towing Markham is now offering low-cost roadside services. Markham residents can take advantage of the company’s services and rest assured […]
Miller’s carrier stabilizer lightens heavier hauls
Ooltewah, Tennessee — May 21, 2014 — Miller hopes to lighten the heavier loads of tow truck operators with its Carrier Stabilizer Spades. Aiming to help hold towers’ carriers in place while carrying heavier vehicles, Miller has released a stabilizer spade which the company says can be used in combination wheel-lift and stabilizers on series 20-40 […]
Luigi’s Towing adds U-Haul services to business
Kelowna, British Columbia — May 21, 2014 — Luigi’s Towing recently added U-Haul products and services to its towing business. Morgan Eisnarson wanted to meet the demands of a growing community, and decided that the best way to do that would be to partner with U-Haul. “Entering into this partnership was a smart move for us,” […]
Bill & Sons Towing puts comedic face on industry
By Andrew Ardizzi Hamilton, Ontario — May 9, 2014 — Employees at any workplace can quickly become a family, even more so when it so happens the employees actually happen to be a family. That familial dynamic is amplified ten-fold when we’re talking about four brothers running their father’s towing business. All of a sudden everything […]
Cox stresses environmental conscientiousness with Rupture Seal
By Andrew Ardizzi Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island — April 28, 2014 — Rupture Seal President and CEO Glenn Cox is endeavouring to make the environment a little bit cleaner with the company’s fluid sealer. “The purpose of the Rupture Seal is to safely seal ruptures to protect the environment and to save lives,” says Cox. “Our […]
IBC: Roadside Assistance Protection Act will protect drivers
Toronto, Ontario — April 17, 2014 — The Ontario government’s Roadside Assistance Protection Act (RAPA) is long overdue and will bring clarity to consumer interactions with tow truck operators. The Bill will help improve disclosure and transparency for consumers requiring towing services so that prices are upfront and authorization is clearly provided. “We support the government’s […]
Update: Ontario introduces towing and vehicle storage legislation
Toronto, Ontario — April 15, 2014 — Ontario is taking steps to strengthen consumer protection and further reduce auto insurance rates to regulate the towing and vehicle storage industries. “We are strengthening consumer protection for drivers involved in traffic collisions or in need of roadside assistance. Drivers should have the confidence that the tow truck operator […]
Miller showcases new Rolling Rotator at Florida Tow Show
By Andrew Ardizzi Orlando, Florida — April 14, 2014 — Miller unveiled its new Century Model 1140R 50 ton Rolling Rotator at the 2014 Florida Tow Show. The event, which ran from April 10-13 inside the Hilton Hills Orlando Lake Buena Vista, featured the new rotator, which comes complete with a rolling boom that allows the […]
Edmonton tower starts safety petition
By Andrew Ardizzi Edmonton, Alberta — April 8, 2014 — An Alberta-based tower has started a petition to improve roadside safety for tow truck operators across the province. ” I want to get the word out to everyone to slow down and move over, because we all want to get home safely to our families,” says […]
