We are now six months into Ontario’s attempt at cleaning up the towing industry. How well is the government doing? by Dennis Roberts, TransCan Service Ctr. Ltd. As I write this article, Ontario towers are going into month six of the Towing and Storage Safety & Enforcement Act (TSSEA). Just how well are we coping […]
The Towing and Storage Safety and Enforcement Act: Six Month Assessment Read More »
Photo: Deputy Chief Dayne Wielgoz of the Rouleau Fire Departmentin Saskatchewan and his wife, Tamara – courtesy Dayne Wielgoz After publishing Shon Crumley’s story, “How to Save a Life,” in the March-April 2024 edition of Tow Canada, Deputy Chief Dayne Wielgoz of the Rouleau, Saskatchewan, Fire Department, came forward with his own reflections of the
The Importance of Good Relationships with First Responders Read More »
Miller Industries Teams Up with Marietta Wrecker Service to Donate $10,000 ON MAY 21, 2024, MILLER INDUSTRIES TOWING Equipment Inc. announced the winner of the Survivor Fund Golf Classic “Closest to Pin” contest prize. This year’s Closest to Pin winner is Josh Bequette from US Fleet Tracking. What is special about this year’s prize is
Closest to the Pin and Closest to Our Hearts Read More »
The Towing and Storage Safety and Enforcement Act does not make it any easier to stay safe. The towing industry continues to fall between the cracks in almost all instances of labour law and guidelines. by Dennis Roberts, TransCan Service Ctr. Ltd. My previous updates have highlighted numerous examples of just how poorly the Ontario
Working in the Gray and the TSSEA Read More »
With its rich 80-year history, Popow & Sons Towing is thriving under the leadership of the third generation exemplified by Wayne Popow, Top 10 WreckMaster of the Year (2023). By Pat Rediger Some people just seem to have towing in their DNA because once they try it, they would never think of a different career.
Popow & Sons: Continuing a Family Legacy Read More »
THE AUTOMOTIVE RETAILERS Association (ARA), in partnership with Tow Canada, has released the Out-of-Province Registered Owner Search Guide for the Canadian towing and recovery industry. This informative step-by-step guide is the result of extensive industry research conducted by MNP. It investigates the processes that tow professionals in one province would needto follow to contact a
New Guide Helps Canadian Towers Identify Out-of-ProvinceVehicle Owners Read More »
The Chattanooga Lookouts baseball team is embracing their city’s rich history with a unique twist for the 2024 baseball season. Introducing the “Chattanooga Wreckers” as their alternate identity, the Lookouts will don dark navy and orange jerseys and hats for six special games, paying tribute to Chattanooga’s legacy as the birthplace of the wrecker and
Chattanooga Unveils “Wreckers” as Alternate Identity to Honour Towing Industry’s Roots Read More »
The Professional Towing Association of Ontario (PTAO) is now accepting submissions for the Hero of the Industry award. This award aims to recognize individuals in the towing and recovery industry who go above and beyond the call of duty. All submissions will be reviewed by the Hero of the Industry Selection Committee. Those selected for
The PTAO Is Accepting Nominations for Hero of the Industry Read More »
text and photos courtesy of Miller Industries In 1974, Century Wrecker 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. From the very beginning, Century has been synonymous with reliability, efficiency,
Century Wrecker: 50 Years of Legendary Leadership Read More »
For Bob Nelson, vice president and general manager of Jerr-Dan, long-term success means listening to the customer, building products that get the job done, helping people make money, and understanding the opportunities. If your goal is to be in the industry long term, the bottom line is lean forward and plan, plan, plan. by Kara
“Everything Is an Opportunity,” Says Jerr-Dan’s Bob Nelson Read More »