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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 […]

Alberta Motor Association (AMA) is experiencing some extended wait time due to a higher-than-usual volume of calls.  "If you’re at the roadside and require service, please stay safe and try to get somewhere warm. Once you are safe, contact us to look after your vehicle," it says on the AMA website. In cases of extreme […]

Much of the continental United States is shivering under an arctic blast. It’s 8 degrees in Chicago and 15 in Atlanta. Much of the country will see little relief for a week. You wouldn’t let your car run out of gas in this scenario. If you’re driving an electric car, you must be even more […]

In the world of towing and trailering, safety remains a paramount concern, and the Lippert Difference in this realm is both evident and impactful. Lippert’s trailblazing anti-lock braking system (ABS), specifically engineered for trailers, marks a significant leap in towing safety technology. Key Highlights: Advanced ABS Technology: Lippert’s system integrates seamlessly with trailer brakes, enhancing […]

WATERLOO, IOWA (KWWL) - The past couple of weeks have seen some intense winter weather with snow storms and treacherous temperatures.  According to Valley Wide Towing and Recovery, the past couple weeks have been the busiest for the entire season. Drivers have been working long hours and responding to multiple calls from drivers who are […]

Since the extreme cold began on January 11th CAA Roadside Assistance has had about 4,000 requests to help with battery boosts, tows, lock outs, fuel and air delivery for tires. Spokesperson Christine Niemczyk advises CAA members who have requested help by phone, online or through the app are being managed as quickly as possible. She apologizes for […]

We're done with snow for a while, but we're still dealing with the harsh road conditions left from last week's winter storm. MADISON (WKOW) -- We're done with snow for a while, but we're still dealing with the harsh road conditions left from last week's winter storm. "It's been very testing," owner and operator of […]

Missouri Mother Faces Financial Setback After Car Towing Incident In St. Louis, Missouri, a mother of two, Christina Reise, encountered a considerable obstacle when her vehicle was towed from her driveway due to expired tags. Reise, who heavily depends on her car for managing her household and ferrying her children to school, now faces an […]

The Alberta Motor Association received a historic number of requests for roadside assistance over the last week, which has lead to issues with their online wait time system in Edmonton and Calgary. On Monday, AMA said their dispatch system wasn’t showing accurate wait times due to its high call volume. A predicted time of arrival […]

BOSTON, Jan. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Major fleets have committed to transitioning at least 30% of their new heavy-duty truck purchases to be zero-emission vehicles, including electric models, by 2030. However, many companies are daunted by the extra upfront cost of electric trucks, as well as challenges like the limited availability of chargers. The benefits […]