Advantage Funding added Todd Chase to its growing sales force. Chase will serve as a sales manager of the company’s vocational truck business, specializing in tow-truck financing. “Todd brings a lifetime of industry experience as an operator, advocate and financer that further enhances the Tow and Vocational Truck team at Advantage Funding,” said Kristian McCausland, head of sales for Advantage Funding. “Our clients expect to deal with people that understand their business and with Todd we further add to our team of industry experts.” Prior to his appointment with Advantage Funding, Chase served as business development consultant for Northbrook, IL-based Beacon Funding. Earlier in his career he was the general manager of a family towing business. Chase serves on the Executive Cabinet of the Towing and Recovery Association of America (TRAA) and sits on the board of the Massachusetts Statewide Towing Academy, where he is a tow-operator trainer. Chase has also served as vice president of the Massachusetts Statewide Towing Association for 16 years. “I have extensive experience with all aspects of the tow-truck market—operating, selling and financing,” Chase said. “I look forward to expanding Advantage Funding’s market share in this industry and establishing many new relationships.” Advantage Funding is a ground-transportation finance firm which focuses on companies in the commercial, vocational-truck and dealership spaces. Read more: http://www.monitordaily.com/news-posts/advantage-funding-expands-tow-truck-finance-operations/ Contact us if you need a tow truck Advantage Funding Expands Tow-Truck Finance Operations was first published on dublin.apextowing.ie/ via Website Feeds http://dublin.apextowing.ie/advantage-funding-expands-tow-truck-finance-operations/
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The drivers lined up to greet Governor Cuomo during a CNY visit
State's 'Move Over Law' now applies to sanitation workersGEDDES (WSYR-TV) When Gov. Andrew Cuomo arrived at the New York State Fairgrounds to announce Phase II of renovations, he was greeted by rows of tow trucks lining both sides of State Fair Boulevard. Operators say the goal was to get help improving compliance with the State's Move Over Law. Most of the drivers lined up end-to-end could quickly name someone who died on the job. "The last funeral we had to go to was for James Homkey in Canajoharie two weeks ago. He was the tow truck operator killed on the NYS Thruway," said Tina Lyon, a tow truck operator. On Friday, a NYS Thruway worker died when he was hit by a vehicle while helping two tow truck operators in Herkimer County. Among the men and women lining State Fair Boulevard as the Governor arrived were workers from Northern Lights Auto Service in Mattydale, who buried their boss, Todd Young, five years ago this month. "It devastated his family. Still to this day, there's not a day that goes by that his family isn't affected by it," said Nathaniel Sherman, an employee of Northern Lights. While New York law does require drivers to move over for tow truck operators - many workers say not enough people are paying attention when they see the flashing lights. "Nobody takes them seriously really. Nobody is slowing down and moving over for the yellow lights because everybody has them," Lyon said. "So, we are asking the Governor to amend the Move Over Law to allow tow truck operators to have the blue rear-facing lights, so when we do our job. It's a little easier for the public to see." The law now includes sanitation vehicles in addition to tow trucks and emergency vehicles. Violators could be fined up to $400 and get three points on their license. Sherman says that's not enough. "It takes a blink of any eye for someone to lose their life....where a ticket - they can pay the fine and go about their day," he adds. "Unless there are some real stiff penalties to the point where it sets into these people, they are not going to listen." Lyon says she has sent letters to the Governor, but hasn't heard back. She organized the rally quickly after hearing he would be visiting the fairgrounds this week. Her efforts reach beyond the state lawmakers - she wants every driver to think carefully as they hurry home at the end of the day. "We're usually competitors. But, for a cause like this we do band together as a whole and try to get the word out there," she said. "Please slow down and move over because we all want to go home too." Read more: http://www.localsyr.com/news/local-news/tow-truck-drivers-rally-to-improve-response-to-move-over-law Call us if you need a tow truck Tow truck drivers rally to improve response to ‘Move Over’ Law is courtesy of http://galway.apextowing.ie/ via Website Feeds http://galway.apextowing.ie/tow-truck-drivers-rally-improve-response-move-law/ BATAVIA — Painted turquoise and purple with silver chains and large stars, Parise’s Auto and Towing’s 2001 Freightliner FL 120 won first place in the working truck category of the national Shine ‘n Star Tow Truck Photo Beauty Contest, hosted by Tow Times magazine and powered by Ford Trucks. Chosen out of 550 entries submitted over five categories, the truck from the Batavia business was cobbled together out of five different trucks, including a 1981 fire truck headed to the junkyard, and the appearance was altered to look more aerodynamic. Everything was painted and designed in-house. The colors painted on the tow truck — turquoise, purple and silver — were the original palette when the business started 60 years ago. Different paint schemes were tried out, and according to Elaina Dickinson, one of the owners of the family-owned business, she and her father Mark Dickinson, another owner, painted as they went along. “We went with the chains because in towing you use chains in order to tow,” Elaina said. “The truck we think looks like a spaceship, hence the stars on it.” The design of the truck took about a month in planning, she said, and the creation of the truck itself started in 2010 and ended in 2014, shortly before Elaina entered the contest, desiring to show off the unique truck. “We thought it was a long shot that we could put our truck in there and maybe have it seen by some people,” she said, admitting that the fact that they won first place came as a shock. In the beginning of October, Tow Times magazine called to inform Parise’s Auto and Towing they were one of the finalists and a few weeks later, the family-owned business was informed it took first place. In this month’s issue, the 2001 Freightliner FL 120 was shown among the other winners and will have a feature article on it in the magazine sometime in the spring. “It’s a great honor. It puts Batavia on the map,” Mark said, crediting the design of the truck to his 24-year-old daughter. The truck is one in a fleet of 16. Parise’s Auto and Towing started in 1956 with Ralph and Joan Parise, one of the many garages located in Batavia in the 1950s. However, it didn’t buy it’s first tow truck until 1981 when it took on AAA. “Every year after 1981, we grew. We did AAA all the way up until 2003,” Mark said. “Now it has kind of come full circle back where we are a little mom and pop shop again.” Call us if you need a tow truck Local tow truck wins national tow truck beauty contest Find more on: ApexTowinging - Galway via Website Feeds http://galway.apextowing.ie/local-tow-truck-wins-national-tow-truck-beauty-contest/
In a misguided attempt to evade being towed a man tried to drive his car off the back of a parked tow truck.
There's precious little information on this video, but it seems that somewhere in Ireland (probably County Roscommon going by RN code on the number plate) a motorist had his car hoisted on to a flatbed tow truck for some infraction. Not wanting his car towed, because who would, the driver leaped into action and tried to drive his captured car off the back of the truck's deck. It, uh, it didn't go as planned. Gunning the engine, our intrepid motorist dropped the small silver sedan into reverse and just went for it. Unfortunately, physics (and the fact that the car was still hung up in the hoist slings) intervened and all he managed to do was get the car into a very precarious half-on/half-off position on the deck. He spent a few minutes futilely attempting to get the car unstuck by spinning his tires and swearing, then gave up and dismounted. Then, in yet another inspired move, the incensed driver tried to start a fight with the tow truck drivers who had been standing by watching the farce with a growing crowd of onlookers. There isn't much resolution to the video, little in the way of closure, but it's probably safe to assume that our plucky hero is on the hook not just for towing fees but also for some substantial repair bills. Driving off the back of tow trucks is apparently a thing in Ireland and the UK. Back in 2014 a guy in East London tried the same trick and drove his Vauxhall off the back of a tow truck. He was more successful though, and apparently drove away.
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A tow truck collided with the China Southern Airlines plane it was pulling at Los Angeles International Airport on Thursday night. The collision took place at about 11.55pm, airport spokesman Frederick Badlissi said in a statement to DailyMail.com. He said that 'an aircraft tug towing China Southern flight 328 for departure to Guangzhou hit the Airbus A380 aircraft. Scroll down for video +3 A tow truck collided with a China Southern Airlines plane that it was pulling at Los Angeles International Airport on Thursday night +3 The collision happened on a taxi lane between Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) and Terminal Four around midnight 'The tug driver sought medical attention through his company provider. No injuries were reported among the 447 passengers and flight crew aboard the aircraft.' The truck driver had minor injuries, according to the Los Angeles Times. Badlissi said that 'The incident occurred on a taxi lane located between the Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) and Terminal 4. 'Passengers deplaned by using portable stairs and were returned to TBIT, and were accommodated via rescheduling, refunds or hotel rooms. 'While awaiting accommodations and rescheduling, passengers were provided bottled water and snacks.' +3 The truck driver reportedly had minor injuries. There were no reported injuries among the 447 passengers and flight crew Badlissi revealed that the plane was towed at 4.30am to a gate at Tom Bradley International Terminal. He said that 'three flights were cancelled: the China Southern flight, as well as two American Airlines flights at Terminal 4, impacting approximately 1060 passengers'. 'American Airlines accommodated the passengers on their cancelled flight,' Badlissi said. 'China Southern flight’s regular departure is 10:20 p.m.' Badlissi said the cause of the collision remains under investigation. Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3929326/Tow-truck-pulling-China-Southern-Airlines-plane-LAX-CRASHES-aircraft.html#ixzz4R3Ov88Ot Chaos at LAX as China Southern Airlines plane slams into tow truck on the tarmac was first published to Apex Towing - Galway via Website Feeds http://galway.apextowing.ie/chaos-lax-china-southern-airlines-plane-slams-tow-truck-tarmac/ So you were involved in a car crash and your car needs to be towed away. You have rights, so don’t just sign any documents. According to a statement by the Automobile Association (AA), over the last few months there have been several alarming stories of motorists who have had bad experiences with towing services and tow truck drivers. In some instances, the drivers’ cars were towed away without their permission and in other unfortunate cases, the tow truck drivers allegedly acted in an unprofessional manner which resulted in the motorists having to pay excessive fees for their cars to be towed. While these stories might leave some motorists feeling apprehensive, especially when looking at quotations towing services offer, it’s important for drivers to remember that not all tow truck drivers are unscrupulous. There are accredited service providers who adhere to strict rules and ethics. Tow truck drivers offer a valuable service and if you are in an accident or break down on the side of the road, they are there to help you. However, it is important for motorists to know their rights so they are not pressured into signing an agreement which they are not comfortable with. Before embarking on any journey, it is always important to be prepared. One of the first questions to ask yourself is: “Will there be towing services near me?” Next, it is important to know your rights when it comes to dealing with tow truck drivers. Helpful tips. Always carefully check any documentation before signing. . It is your right to choose a tow truck driver who is a member of the South African Towing and Recovery Association (Satra) or United Towing Association of South Africa (Utasa). . If you are insured, contact your insurance provider for advice or any other information you may require. . If your insurance includes cover for towing, call the emergency assistance number. . Make sure your car is taken to a repair workshop which your insurance has approved. . Make sure you get all the relevant details from the tow truck driver (his name, the name, contact number and physical address of the company he works for, as well as the tow truck’s registration number). . Establish exactly how much it will cost to tow your car before agreeing to anything. . Remove all valuables from your car before it is towed away. Read more: http://www.news24.com/SouthAfrica/Local/Peoples-Post/improve-your-luck-with-the-tow-truck-20161121 Call us if you need a tow truck Improve your luck with the tow truck is republished from http://galway.apextowing.ie/ via Website Feeds http://galway.apextowing.ie/improve-luck-tow-truck/
'We get a lot of close calls'
Including tow trucks in the legislation means that drivers of other vehicles could be fined for not slowing down, not passing with caution or not pulling over when a tow truck is providing assistance on the side of a road, explained CAA Atlantic spokesman Gary Howard. "We get a lot of close calls on a daily basis and that becomes even more relevant in the winter when there's less space on the side of the road," he said. "Working on the side of the road can be very dangerous for any emergency responder. Half of the calls that we're doing are on the side of the road, so we feel it's important for all tow truck drivers to have this included in the legislation." P.E.I.'s Department of Transportation said it is looking into the request. Newfoundland already offers this protection to tow truck drivers, Howard said. He added that Ontario has recently included tow truck drivers into its legislation. Read more: http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/prince-edward-island/pei-caa-tow-trucks-1.3862102 Find our tow truck profile here The article CAA wants tow trucks protected by right-of-way laws is republished from Apex Towing via Website Feeds http://galway.apextowing.ie/caa-wants-tow-trucks-protected-right-way-laws/ Hillsborough’s Public Transportation Commission can help consumers seek full or partial refunds if they have been wrongfully towed. HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY – You went shopping only to find your car had been towed while you were away. What should you do? If you think you’ve been wrongfully towed in Hillsborough County, the Public Transportation Commission says it can help. The PTC regulates for-hire transportation, which includes towing companies, and often assists drivers in Hillsborough County by investigating tow complaints. The PTC asks that citizens who feel they were wrongfully towed call the PTC or file a complaint online as soon as possible. The PTC will investigate the situation to ensure that the tow truck driver followed the proper policies and rules and that it was a valid tow. In fact, in some instances, the PTC has been able to get full or partial refunds for drivers. So far this year, the PTC has helped more than 70 percent of citizens who sought their help with getting a refund. To avoid getting towed, the PTC offers this advice: • Don’t park in a business’ lot if you are not patronizing that business. While these tips are helpful in trying to avoid a potential tow situation, the PTC also offers tips to help you if your car has been towed. If your car has been towed: • If you suspect that the tow was not lawful, call the PTC to report it before you get your car back. The Hillsborough County Public Transportation is an independent Special District that regulates vehicles for-hire, which includes taxicabs, limousines, vans, basic life support ambulances and wrecker services that support government agencies. The PTC also helps consumers who have complaints with these types of services. Read more: http://www.tbreporter.com/local-news/hillsborough/towed-hillsborough/ Find our tow truck profile here The blog post Been Towed in Hillsborough? was first published on Apex Towing via Website Feeds http://galway.apextowing.ie/been-towed-in-hillsborough/ GRAND ISLAND, Neb.-- Thanksgiving traffic can be a busy not only on the highways and interstates, but also for tow trucks. "You never know what's going to happen. I mean sometimes it's a little bit slower, steady or swamped," said Debra Ortega, tow truck driver at Island Towing. When the calls start coming, it's because a car broke down, popped a tire or ran out of gas. "They go by their gas gauge when it says they have so many miles left, they don't. They need to get gas before the lights come on," said Ortega. As for Thanksgiving travelers, once the worst case scenario happens, they never forget. "When I was little, my mom had a really old car and it broke down. We ended up having to drive back to my grandparents, get it repaired and then drive home," said Kristin Sandstede. GRAND ISLAND, Neb.-- Thanksgiving traffic can be a busy not only on the highways and interstates, but also for tow trucks. "You never know what's going to happen. I mean sometimes it's a little bit slower, steady or swamped," said Debra Ortega, tow truck driver at Island Towing. When the calls start coming, it's because a car broke down, popped a tire or ran out of gas. "They go by their gas gauge when it says they have so many miles left, they don't. They need to get gas before the lights come on," said Ortega. As for Thanksgiving travelers, once the worst case scenario happens, they never forget. "When I was little, my mom had a really old car and it broke down. We ended up having to drive back to my grandparents, get it repaired and then drive home," said Kristin Sandstede. Sandstede and her family are traveling from Omaha to Colorado for Thanksgiving. She said she makes sure her tires have enough tread, the oil is changed, and that her car is even washed before she hits the road. "I don't know. My parents always said a clean car is always more visible on the road," said Sandstede. If something bad does happen, Sandstede said she even knows who to call. "I always have a list of contacts and a plan of who I would call, who's closest, kind of knowing where you're at and how far you are from your destination," said Sandstede. In case all else fails and there aren't any mechanic shops open, tow truck driver Matthew Ortega said some drivers have even spent the extra money to have their car and them towed to where they need to be on thanksgiving. "Most people don't have a lot of vacation time and when they finally have vacation and they break down, they want to get where they want to go," said Ortega. With the winter weather beginning to set in, drivers should also have an emergency pack in their car at all times. Some items that are recommended are jumper cables, a flash light, as well as snacks and water. Sandstede and her family are traveling from Omaha to Colorado for Thanksgiving. She said she makes sure her tires have enough tread, the oil is changed, and that her car is even washed before she hits the road. "I don't know. My parents always said a clean car is always more visible on the road," said Sandstede. If something bad does happen, Sandstede said she even knows who to call. "I always have a list of contacts and a plan of who I would call, who's closest, kind of knowing where you're at and how far you are from your destination," said Sandstede. In case all else fails and there aren't any mechanic shops open, tow truck driver Matthew Ortega said some drivers have even spent the extra money to have their car and them towed to where they need to be on thanksgiving. "Most people don't have a lot of vacation time and when they finally have vacation and they break down, they want to get where they want to go," said Ortega. With the winter weather beginning to set in, drivers should also have an emergency pack in their car at all times. Some items that are recommended are jumper cables, a flash light, as well as snacks and water. Find original: http://www.nbcneb.com/content/news/Thanksgiving-travel-means-plenty-business-for-tow-trucks-402811696.html Find our tow truck profile here Thanksgiving travel means plenty business for tow trucks was first seen on Apex Towing via Website Feeds http://galway.apextowing.ie/thanksgiving-travel-means-plenty-business-tow-trucks/
According to Capt. Mark Pierce of the Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office in Wichita, Kansas, an initial four-car crash occurred nearby, which resulted in three people being transported to the hospital for minor injuries. As a tow truck was arriving to secure one of the vehicles in that crash, a passing train clipped the bed of the truck, sending a car flying. No injuries were reported from the second crash.
Courtesy of Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office
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