Buying New Or Used? Current thinking on an age-old industry question
The recession has forced many towers to buy less-expensive used vehicles or to extend the lives of their existing fleets rather than buy new trucks and equipment. There are signs of economic recovery,...
View ArticleDid You See That!? This wild & crazy restoration is a labor of friendship
Beyond Bling. Wait ‘til you see this blindingly blinged-up 1978 Ford F-350! It’s a wild and wonderful tow truck from Wild and Wonderful West Virginia that’s covered in chrome.
View ArticleLocked & Chocked! Putting more power and muscle into protecting your property...
Expert towers offer tips on how to protect trucks, storage lot, equipment, office, and employees from harm and loss. Some of the latest security equipment and techniques are featured. Owners can keep...
View ArticleWhat's Up Front: The right chassis is critical to operating the body in back
Chassis Chat. It always seems that it’s wreckers, wreckers, wreckers all the time, but no tower overlooks the other most important aspect about towing vehicles: the chassis. Here we talk with towers...
View ArticleSix Seen At SEMA: New tools for towers spotted at the huge trade show
Enjoy Footnotes’ annual equipment issue. This third of three articles features products seen at SEMA, the big equipment trade show.
View ArticleGet It In Gear!: Do manufacturers listen to your ideas when they design new...
Enjoy Footnotes’ annual equipment issue. This first of three articles addresses the impact of customer opinion on equipment development.
View ArticleThe Tech Men: Towers talk about some favorite new gear
Enjoy Footnotes’ annual equipment issue. This second of three articles features some towers’ favorite gear.
View ArticleBack To Basics: There’s more to recovery work than raw power
Veteran towman Bill Jackson reminds towers of several basic elements that experienced towmen might overlook after working in the field for so long. Keep these tips in mind and avoid injury or...
View ArticlePart 2: Redefining Operations - Five forecasts to help towers shape future...
Redefining Your Operations. The second in a five-part series about the many advantages to tow company owners of adopting and integrating advanced mobile technology for better efficiency and cost and...
View ArticleParts We Like: Everybody likes good, practical gear
Footnotes asked several parts suppliers to share a few new or favorite items of towing gear that they thought would be of interest to our readers.
View ArticleTIRE TALK: Retreads & Repairs - Both can save you cash and help the environment
Automotive writer Bill Siuru looks at ways to save money on truck tires, starting with high-quality retreads. Contrary to popular belief, good retreads can be as safe as and even better than new ones....
View ArticleRough & Ready: Why diesel may be your best choice for tough trucking
Is Diesel Best For Tough Trucking? Here are the reasons most towers prefer fueling up with diesel for those rough, steep, hard jobs that put maximum stress on their tow trucks. The author adds insights...
View ArticleStaying Alive & Intact:Ideas & products to help protect you & your customers
Spotlight: Staying Alive & Intact. We shine our monthly Spotlight feature on tips and products designed to keep you and your customers safe in the shop and on the scene. Maintenance, training,...
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