Getting the Hook: Family featured on ‘Heavy Rescue 401’ host charity premiere screening ahead of final season
Sarnia, Ontario — Sad news for fans of the Discovery Channel’s popular show, “Heavy Rescue 401”, as the father-son towing team of Gary and Colin Vandenheuval prepare to watch the “bittersweet” final season alongside the show’s dedicated fans. The duo hosted an advanced screening of the final season’s premiere in their hometown of Sarnia, Ont. […]
Without A Hitch: Toyota teases autonomous towing technology
Michigan, United States — The autonomous vehicle market has found its newest technological advancement in the creation and application of what is being called ‘hitchless towing’. Toyota is the leader of this new technology, having presented the concept for a media event at the American Centre for Mobility, an AV test centre in Ann Arbour, […]
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The Ford tow manual says to hook in front of the control arms and tie-down using the wheels. MACH-E MISHAPS An improper hookup can do some pretty significant damage to an EV and, such as in the case of one Mustang Mach-E driver, cost you thousands.A Canadian driver posted to the online Mach-E Forum, detailing […]
Changes Ahead: Ontario’s towing pilot project kicks off Dec. 13
Toronto, Ontario — Ontario will implement a series of restricted towing zones along Highways 401, 400, 409 and 427 in an effort to “clear collisions or vehicle breakdowns on highways more safely and quickly,” according to the provincial government. First announced in March 2021, the new Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) pilot program will only […]
VIP List: New requirements for OPP-affiliated tow operators
Toronto, Ontario — The Ontario Provincial Police has announced that they are launching a new towing program, separate from the GTA Tow Zone Pilot, to update how the police request services from tow operators. By Nov. 1, Ontario Tow and Storage Service Operators (TSSO) interested in providing tow and storage services to the OPP (e.g. […]
Slow Down, Move Over: Tow truck driver hit by vehicle in Calgary
Calgary, Alberta — A tow truck driver was taken to the hospital early Wednesday morning after being struck by a vehicle near Deerfoot City. According to Global News, police said the tow truck driver had parked the truck in the 5700 block of southbound 11 Street N.E. around 6 a.m. to aid a driver who […]
What’s Your Emergency: Motorists in Montreal must call 911 for a tow
Montreal, Quebec — 911 dispatchers in Montreal are about to get a lot busier. Montreal Police announced on Monday that motorists who’s vehicles are blocking traffic on Montreal Island streets, due to mechanical issues or a collision, must call 911 to contact a tow truck. The policy follows a 2017 city inspector general’s report on […]
Final Stretch: MOMS Act to increase oversight of towing sector passes stage of legislation
Ottawa, Ontario — The Moving Ontarians More Safely (MOMS) Act, 2021 which seeks to strengthen oversight of the vehicle towing and storage industry, as well as to create tougher penalties for drivers caught engaging in high-risk driving, recently passed another stage in the legislative process. On May 31, 2021, the Third Reading of Bill 282, […]
Straight to Voicemail: PTAO says Ontario Government continues to ‘ignore requests’ to meet, discuss tow truck industry standards
Thessalon, Ontario — The Ontario Government has yet to meet with the Provincial Towing Association of Ontario (PTAO) to discuss standards and reform to the province’s tow truck industry, the industry organization wrote in an open letter on May 14. “The PTAO has made numerous requests to meet with the Premier of Ontario to discuss […]
Need a Lift? Volvo offers its Canadian car owners free towing for life
Richmond Hill, Ontario — Volvo Cars Canada has announced a new program that benefits Volvo owners new and old. Called Tow for Life, this new roadside assistance program will tow your Volvo should it break down – even if it’s out of warranty. While the towing is free, there are a few strings attached. The […]
