BEAVER, WV (WVNS) – With winter weather hitting southern West Virginia this past week, road conditions have been snowy. When facing winter weather such as snow or ice, sometimes vehicles need a tow truck to help. With snow accumulating on roadways, vehicles are more likely to slide and sometimes crash. Raleigh County Sheriff Jim Canaday […]
Road crews cleared a busy highway in northern Virginia on Friday, January 19, after a small plane was forced to make an emergency landing due to inclement weather, local media reported, citing local officials. Footage posted by Virginia Department of Transportation shows crews towing the plane off Landoun County Parkway early Friday evening. The Loudoun […]
RAC Launches Electric Roadside Assistance Van in Perth: A Mixed Response from Tesla Owners Club In a move towards comprehensive roadside assistance for electric vehicle (EV) owners, The Royal Automobile Club (RAC) of Western Australia has launched its first electric roadside assistance van in Perth. This innovative service features a mobile charger capable of providing […]
The Cybertruck’s 11,000-pound towing limit just got put to the test. We’ve already seen range tests with the Cybertruck carrying 6,000 pounds, but JerryRigEverything maxed out the Cybertruck’s 11,000-pound capacity in a new video that has the EV pickup pulling a Hummer. The trip, which was done in sub-freezing temperatures, lasted 90 miles before the […]
Since the extreme cold weather conditions which started on January 11, 2024, CAA Roadside Assistance has experienced a significant increase of requests from CAA Members. To date there have been around 4,000 requests for help with battery boosts, tows, lock outs, fuel, and air delivery. For the CAA Members who have requested CAA Roadside […]
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. — Aeva and Daimler Truck AG have jointly announced that Daimler Truck selected Aeva as the supplier of long and ultra-long-range LiDAR for its series production autonomous commercial vehicle program. According to the announcement, the selection represents Aeva’s first major automotive OEM production design win and is the result of multiple years […]
The battle between electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrids represents more than just a trend; it’s a pivotal shift that heralds a new chapter in transportation. Competition between electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid cars is intensifying, presenting a complex array of challenges and opportunities that are reshaping the industry. As automakers like Ford, Kia, and Toyota […]
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Ind. (WOOD) — Indiana troopers say a tow truck driver from Sturgis was killed in a crash Thursday. It happened around 9:40 a.m. in Indiana’s LaGrange County, at mile marker 114.2 on the Indiana Toll Road, according to the Indiana State Police. Troopers say crews were on scene because of a previous […]
The brutally cold temperatures are causing issues for many car owners. Tow companies and auto shops are slammed right now, trying to keep up with drivers who are seeking help.A WISN 12 News crew was on the scene as Mark Salentine, general manager for Ray's Towing, Inc., worked to tow a stalled semi-truck. It was […]
MISSOULA — While you are driving around, you might see police cars, fire trucks, and ambulances that are still operating even during the snow. There's another emergency service vehicle that is not seen as much or as often — tow trucks. Most tow truck companies have been working nearly 24 hours a day, seven days […]