Three police officers alleged to have colluded with tow truck operator
By Anna Davey Toronto, Ontario — December 22, 2015 — An ongoing Toronto Star report into police misconduct has revealed that three Peel Region officers have been alleged to have collaborated with a tow truck operator to write false collision reports. One officer has received a criminal conviction for his involvement in the scheme, while two […]
RoadScan Canada offers collision reconstruction services with dash cams
Formed by two retired police officers with over 25 years of experience as collision reconstruction experts, RoadScan Canada offers not only dash cams for your fleet, but collision reconstruction support services as well.Cameras start from $199CAD. For fleet purchases, the cost of collision reconstruction support and technical support is included with purchase price.“As soon as […]
Agero Donates $15,000 to the International Towing and Recovery Museum Survivor Fund
Medford, Massachusetts — December 22, 2015 — Agero, a provider of vehicle and driver safety, security and information services, announced it is donating $15,000 to the International Towing and Recovery Museum Survivor Fund as a result of a successful charity event the company sponsored from December 2-4, 2015. Agero’s Donations4Locations initiative is committed to giving back […]
Ontario rolls out new regulations for tow trucks and vehicle storage
By Anna Davey Toronto, Ontario — December 18, 2015 — The province of Ontario has approved new regulations on tow truck and vehicle storage services to be implemented by January 1, 2017. According to a statement released by the province, the new regulations are designed to offer stronger consumer protection. “Ontario’s roads are among the safest in […]
Cycle Caddy now available from Canadian Towing Equipment
Ayr, Ontario — December 16, 2015 — A new motorcycle dolly is available through Canadian Towing Equipment. According to the company, the innovative Speed Ramp on the Cycle Caddy makes loading a motorcycle smooth and nearly effortless. The Cycle Caddy stores in a folded, compact position, saving valuable room in the tool box. The Cycle Caddy […]
Bill 30 will change how tow trucks respond in Ontario
By Anna Davey Toronto, Ontario — December 1, 2015 — Gila Martow, the Progressive Conservative MPP for Thornhill, introduced a private members bill, Bill 30, this past October to change the way tow trucks respond to highway accidents. “Once an incident is detected and confirmed, the response and clearance must be managed so as to preserve and […]
Ottawa tow truck crashes result in renewed calls for regulation
By Anna Davey Ottawa, Ontario — November 25, 2015 — The Provincial Towing Association of Ontario (PTAO) has renewed calls for a provincial regulatory system, operated by a single management body after two crashes involving tow trucks took place in Ottawa in November. Doug Nelson, PTAO Executive Director, wants to see province-wide licensing to give customers more […]
Jamie Davis brings star power to Agri-Trade expo
Red Deer, Alberta — November 12, 2015 — Highway Thru Hell star Jamie Davis is set to appear at this year’s Agri-Trade Equipment Expo, event organizers have announced. Davis, who was also present at the annual event in 2014, is slated to be on hand to sign autographs on Thursday, November 12. The 32nd edition of […]
Sask. safety blitz catches hundreds of drivers speeding past emergency vehicles
Regina, Saskatchewan — November 11, 2015 — The province’s motorists aren’t getting the Move Over law message, according to a recent safety blitz conducted by RCMP. The Regina Leader Post reports 478 drivers were caught zipping past emergency vehicles—including police cruisers, fire trucks, ambulances and tow trucks—over one week in June and one week in October. […]
New Brunswick towing business engages, educates through Facebook
Miramichi, New Brunswick — November 11, 2015 — A Miramichi tow company has taken to social media to showcase what they do, and help educate motorists on road safety. CBC News reports Burke’s Towing, which services the region from Belledune to Bouctouche, started sharing photos of the company’s varied recoveries to its Facebook page last year, giving the […]
