After the Flood: Calgary’s towers step up for recovery efforts
Even police had trouble getting around during the recent flooding. Photo by Jon Pernul. Calgary, Alberta — July 5, 2013 — Vehicle recovery efforts in Alberta have been in overdrive the past two weeks as government workers and towing operations scramble around the clock to reclaim vehicles damaged or submerged in water. The 2013 Alberta floods […]
Toronto to hold public meeting on towing practices at Scarborough Civic Centre
By Sanam YarToronto, Ontario — July 2, 2013 — The City of Toronto is conducting a meeting regarding licensed tow trucks this evening. The meeting takes place from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Scarborough Civic Centre. This consultation session encourages the sharing of public opinions on towing industry fees, which are currently under review by […]
Windsor towers team up to recover tractor-trailer
By Sanam YarWindsor, Ontario — July 2, 2013 — Pulling a loaded tractor-trailer out of a ditch might not be the most relaxing way to start your morning, but staff from Myers Towing and CTS Coxon’s Towing were ready, willing and able to get the job done. A collision involving a Toyota Corolla and a loaded […]
Ottawa city council wants stronger regulations for towing industry
By Sanam YarOttawa, Ontario — June 28, 2013 — Members of Ottawa’s City Council have come to the conclusion that the Ontario government needed a push to move forward with its ongoing examination in the towing industry. The city desires stronger regulating of the tow-truck industry in order to prevent fraud, improve road safety, and increase […]
Taxpayers on the hook for drunk drivers’ tow fees
By Avi PatelRegina, Saskatchewan — June 26, 2013 — Dozens of Saskatchewan drivers may have been receiving towing services courtesy of taxpayer dollars. Under old regulations, police would regularly call for towing services to impound a vehicle during drunk driving investigations. However, under the new legislation, police are only to use towing services to remove a […]
Steck releases new I-Bolt tow eye
Dayton, Ohio — June 24, 2013 — Steck Manufacturing Company has released its latest tool in the I-Bolt. The ability for towers, collision repair technicians and mechanics to safely load disabled vehicles on roll-back wreckers and frame racks, without causing damage, is important. Vehicle manufacturers design specific tow eyes for each model car to pull the […]
Communication helps clarify towing zones
By Andrew ArdizziTruro, Nova Scotia–June 19, 2013–When people are unsure of where they can park, that lack of clarity often leads to their parking their vehicles in tow-away zones without realizing it. That simple deficiency in awareness creates the potential for a confusing situation between tow truck drivers and motorists. That lack of communication was […]
U.S. News Roundup: Body found in car days after it was towed; towers sue city and more!
Toronto, Ontario — April 5, 2013 — Every Friday, Canadian Towing & Recovery presents a round-up of news from our neighbours to the south. This week we’ve got the story of a towing company suing the city where it operates, a seeming conflict of interest and a case of the police dropping the ball. Towing company […]
West Coast Tow Show to feature huge indoor trade show
Abbotsford, British Columbia — April 1, 2013 — The 2013 West Coast Tow Show will take place July 19 and 20 in Abbotsford, B.C., at the Abbotsford AG-Rec Centre, Abbotsford Fair Grounds. Highlights from the upcoming show include a huge indoor exhibitors’ trade show, a “Show & Shine” event, a silent auction and driving and skills […]
City Council approves commercial rezoning for Steinbach Towing
By Andrew Ardizzi Steinbach, Manitoba — March 27, 2013 — Steinbach City Council has approved a plan to rezone an area of land behind Steinbach Towing after passing its third reading. The land, which was formerly designated as residential, will become commercial property with the decision. The motion passed its second reading in December 2012 without […]
