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The second annual Tow Truck Show and Shine in Nisku marks a successful return after a three-year hiatus. by Iva Kestrankova Blackjacks Roadhouse in Nisku, Alberta, sparked with steel and colour as it hosted the second annual Tow Truck Show and Shine. Organized by the Towing and Recovery Association of Alberta (TRAA), the event made […]
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courtesy of l’Association des professionnels du dépannage du Québec (APDQ) The 28th APDQ Annual Congress, hosted by l’Association des professionnels du dépannage du Québec (APDQ), took place in Drummondville, Quebec, on October 13 and 14, 2023. This event was held in collaboration with the event’s official sponsor, NRC Industries. Attendees had the privilege of hearing
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Discover a little-known secret—an insurance strategy for managing costs and risks that fosters long-term business stability. In the world of towing, we face unique challenges every day. But there’s one area where towers have an advantage—managing risk and costs in our industry. I’m here to talk about a little-known secret that has been benefiting towing
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The Ontario government has taken the unprecedented action of creating a province-wide licensing system for tow companies, tow operators, and storage operators. The big question is: Are they getting it right? by Dennis Roberts, director, Professional Towing Association of Ontario (PTAO) In 2020, the premier of Ontario, Doug Ford, made the bold statement that he
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The International Towing & Recovery Hall of Fame and Museum (ITRHFM) is seeking accomplished and deserving towing professionals for the Hall of Fame Class of 2024. Since 1986, the International Towing & Recovery Hall of Fame & Museum has annually honoured individuals who have had a significant impacted on the towing and recovery industry. Every
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Saskatchewan has recently seen the first snowfall of the season. Regina recently received about five centimetres of snow, prompting drivers to drive extra cautiously. Tyler McMurchy, Saskatchewan Government Insurance’s manager of media relations, advised CTV News viewers to “adjust for road conditions,” and “give yourself more time to react.” McMurchy emphasized the importance of slowing
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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
RoadSafetyBC Brings Sweeping Changes to Improve the Impound Lot Operator Program Read More »
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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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
Provincial Certification in Ontario: What Should Towing Companies Prepare for? Read More »