October's Digital Edition Is Out!

Your October 2010 digital edition of Towing and Recovery Footnotes is now available. Simply click here to instantly begin reading the issue, or click on the features below to read specific articles.

• Drivers In Danger is a warning to operators to be alert for road rage and other potential violence, particularly toward repo men and private property towers. One towman survived multiple bullet wounds, but just barely. "Stay safe out there" has special meaning for towers. Page 12

• Pothole People. What are they? They are the bad hires that can hurt or even ruin your business. This is a cautionary tale to remind owner/operators of the potential liability arising from new employees with questionable pasts, particularly drivers who go out to cause accidents or other problems. Vet applicants thoroughly and avoid problems later. Page 10

• Tire Tech. Two articles relating to tire safety and inflation techniques will help you at your next purchase, always a big expense. Here are ways to save on wear and tear and protect your equipment bottom line with the best wheels to help you keep on truckin'! Page 15 and Page 16
• Hurting At Work? The Tow Doctor knows what's good and bad for you and here she gives you insights into the causes and cures of those pains and strains that our hard-working professionals are subject to, what with all the lifting and tugging required on the job. Page 19

Also in this issue: A chance to win a $200 Custer wireless lightbar kit from Pierce Sales; photos of a rare little English tow truck; new products from Jerr-Dan and Miller; and even a couple of jokes as well. And don't hesitate to ask about our combo print/online advertising deals that will increase your product visibility at a great savings over the usual rates.

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October 2010 Issue: http://www.flashedition.com/publication?i=47461