Frank Dorey was honoured at the 2023 PTAO Tow & Trade Show for his impressive 50-year career in towing and recovery. by Marcus Thompson, Currie Heavy Towing Born January 31, 1957, in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, Frank’s entry into the towing and recovery industry started while he was still in high school. At that time, he […]
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Cover Photo: A snapshot from Miller Industries’ educational video, where Tom Luciano demonstrates an effective technique for conducting a reverse roll with a container/truck casualty, utilizing a Century 1150 rotator. Photo courtesy of Miller Industries When it comes to being the best in industry, Tom Luciano of Miller Industries stresses the importance of knowing the design
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To address the hurdles in B.C.’s impoundment program, especially related to rate changes, industry involvement is essential. by Ken Hendricks, senior industry advisor, Automotive Retailers Association (ARA) In British Columbia, police impound roughly 30,000 vehicles per year with impoundment periods ranging from three to 60 days, and even longer in some instances. The impound lot
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TowMate, a trailblazer in LED lighting solutions for automotive safety, proudly announces the launch of its groundbreaking product: the TM36M18 Wireless Light Bar. This cutting-edge product integrates with the Milwaukee M18 battery system, showcasing TowMate’s commitment to innovation and functionality. The TM36M18 stands out in the world of wireless tow light solutions, providing users with
Criticism continues to grow from the towing and recovery industry and paramedics regarding Alberta’s recent “Slow Down” traffic regulations. In March 2022, Minister of Transportation Rajan Sawhney announced an amendment to Alberta’s Traffic Safety Act (formerly known as Bill 5). This amendment proposed that drivers must reduce their speed to a minimum of 60 km/h
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Cover photo: This photo marks the day when Wreckers International signed its first air cushion distributor in the fall of 1975 with Kinman. Bruce Jackson follows in his father’s footsteps as an inductee. by Pat Rediger In the case of Bill and Bruce Jackson, the apple does not fall from the tree, although in this
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The towing industry in Ontario is doing its part; now it is time for the government to do theirs. by Dennis Roberts, director, Provincial Towing Association of Ontario (PTAO) Ontario is moving towards the end goal of improving professionalism in the towing industry in the province and weeding out the bad apples, cracking down on
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Cover photo: The Spirit Ride memorial arrives at the Martensville Blue Lights and Burgers thanks to Reliable Towing. WreckMaster training, Blue Lights and Burgers, and working with the VIP for the benefit of all. by Brad Stratychuk, president, Roadside Responders Association of Saskatchewan (RRAS) & Jackie Klotz, secretary The RRAS is proud to announce that
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When Fabiana came to Canada from South America at the age of 12, she never envisioned that she would eventually become a firefighter, the owner of a towing company, and a heavy-duty operator. by Meaghan Reimchen and Iva Kestrankova Fabiana’s journey into the towing industry began in 2000 when she married James Ireland. She started
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Experience the best of the Canadian towing industry this fall with these highly anticipated tow and trade shows in Alberta, Ontario, and Quebec. Summer s in full swing, and with it we can look forward to a number of industry events that are better held in warm weather. In Saskatchewan, towers and other roadside responders
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