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Copied from a TruckEast Ltd. Topic. Now this is a truck that you do not want to miss! Manchetts has just picked up this brand new Scania R 650 B 6X4, it is not just the magnificent paint work - it is the highly quality spec included both inside and outside... The driver will now be immersed in luxury comfort with it's premium trimmed cab with V8 leather interior, DuraBrite alloys to prevent chips, crack, peeling or corrosion and our 6 system camera package. Not forgetting the exterior this Recovery Truck has been fitted with the Falkom FAW2500. Extra long reach under-lift arms with a 4.5m reach, a double top boom and 2 24 ton winches.
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History 26th January 2021 by admin-recovery Recovery Vehicle History I have been working in the recovery industry for nearly 57 years, with experience in the workshop, 24 hour recovery marketing and training on heavy and light recovery vehicles. Together with air cushions at Dial- Mec, Dial- Holmes Wreckers International, Worldwide Recovery Systems and Boniface Engineering and for the last few years as Recoveryvehicles.com and VehicleRecoverySystems.co.uk and would like to give a brief history of the industry together with some interesting photos. For More, Click the LInk: https://www.vehiclerecoverysystems.co.uk/history/
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Lucky escape yesterday with all survived at 08:00hrs 4th of April 2022 on the M11 between the A11 and Stansted. A technician had just finished repairing a truck and a silver van struck the working van then the truck that had been worked on. The silver van came to a stop in the field.It is lucky that all have been able to go home today.Please be aware of operators and vehiclesSlow Down or Move Over Safely
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Yesterday at 05:30 a Recovery vehicle was hit. There is not to much information but reads that no one was hurt.
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Sad news of a Recovery opp losing his life in The Southampton area on Monday 21st of Feb. No information on the operator. Our thoughts are with all involved https://www.hampshirelive.news/news/hampshire-news/southampton-recovery-operative-dies-m3-6700564
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1st tow this morning at 07:30hrs on the last day of 2021. Happy New Year Everyone be safe work smart out there! Regards from All of us at Service On Site Limited and Slowdownmoveover UK www.recovery-central.com www.slowdownmoveover.uk #goprotow
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Did a little video playing with my Go Pro Max, and normal Go Pro's doing a little rollover in Goldhanger on the 23rd. hope you enjoy it. www.recovery-central.com #goprotow
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Today I had to cover one of my guys Six using our truck with its air bars. They really helped to enhance the visual to the motorists approaching to Slow Down and Move Over Safely. Air bars from Nuvech
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I had the privilege of being part of the organising team along with Andy Lambert and Nick Phipps putting together the UK Tow Shows first historic Tow truck display... We had an initial entry of 30 vehicles promised but due to various operational issues, covid, and fuel shortages only 15 managed to make it ... Our sincere thanks to athat made the event amongst difficult circumstances... A nicely restored diamond T from Stathams Garage ... A landrover from the Crouch collection formerly owned and operated for many years by founder Jack Crouch A Standard Vangua…
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Today our thoughts are with Tom Watson's family, friends and colleagues. Rest easy Tom. RD Avery
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Bit of good news! After six years of hard work bringing the dangers unprotected road operators to the attention of the government. A small achievement update in the UK Highway Code has happened. Thank you to Highways England and all the people supporting Slow Down Move Over UK @mushspeed https://www.gov.uk/guidance/the-highway-code/motorways-253-to-273#:~:text=Rule 264,or in an emergency area. Rule 264 Keep in the left lane unless overtaking. If you are overtaking, you should return to the left lane when it is safe to do so (see also Rules 267 and 268). Be aware of emergency services, traffic officers, recovery w…
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Bit of good news! After six years of hard work bringing the dangers unprotected road operators to the attention of the government. A small achievement update in the UK Highway Code has happened. Thank you to Highways England and all the people supporting Slow Down Move Over UK @mushspeed https://www.gov.uk/guidance/the-highway-code/motorways-253-to-273#:~:text=Rule 264,or in an emergency area. Rule 264 Keep in the left lane unless overtaking. If you are overtaking, you should return to the left lane when it is safe to do so (see also Rules 267 and 268). Be aware of emergency services, traffic officers, recovery w…
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I had the honour of being part of the commentary team at the Recovery demonstrations held at the South West of England Truckfest last weekend.. Before the demonstrations began....we held a one minutes silence in memory of Tom Watson who was tragically killed by a semi whilst loading a broken down car onto his truck ... two women passengers also perished ... The driver of the semi was arrested at the scene for causing death by driving whilst under the influence of drugs .... I made an impassioned appeal to the audience.... when they see flashing emergency lights at the side of the road .....please slow down and if possible move over .....too m…
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In memory of Tom Watson Please click on the link and give what you can. Thank you in advance https://www.gofundme.com/f/in-memory-of-tom-watson?fbclid=IwAR3x0vfhhqvu7ylhyL5I5C5zFPyAjO-oogDs_sJi8obIxicTetjznoRjm5A RD Avery Ltd is organising this fundraising appeal on behalf of Emma Watson. On Wednesday 25th August 2021 we tragically lost a member of staff when his slidebed was involved in an accident whilst undertaking a recovery on the A303. As well as Tom, two other people lost their lives. Tom was a highly valued colleague and friend and brought a smile and sunshine to everyone he met. He loved his…
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With over 2500 trucks and trailers entered Peterborough Truckfest is the largest in the UK it was great to see such a good turnout as the country returns to some sort of normality after the pandemic ...huge crowds attended over the 3 days making it a success ... There was a strong showing of Tow Trucks of various sizes because travel from other countries is so restricted here is a small selection of what is running on the UK roads Enjoy .... The stunning KW fitted with the Miller 1075 belonging to Phil Naish and son ......long established towing company situated in brain tree north of London..........Phil has an int…
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https://www.itv.com/news/meridian/2021-08-31/tributes-paid-and-calls-for-better-breakdown-safety-after-three-killed-in-crash?fbclid=IwAR2SS-Mzwvs9wIZa6G8-U5SvffBN_k2G_qkmB4bN-_TToBHlXMVCVNE34pI
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Hampshire Police are appealing for witnesses after three people sadly died in a collision on the A303 yesterday (August 25) near Andover. Police were called just after 8.40am to a report of a collision involving a Vauxhall Astra, a Mercedes food delivery van, a HGV and a DAF recovery truck. Sadly, three people, all from separate vehicles, were pronounced dead at the scene. Their families have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers. The HGV driver, a 38-year-old man from Donnington, Shropshire, was arrested on suspicion of driving a vehicle while unfit through drugs and causing death by dangerous driving. He has been released under…
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We travelled to Malvern in the west of the country for the first major trucking show in the UK where almost 800 trucks were gathered..i It was well supported by a large crowd on both days even though heavy rain was forecast .. I think folks were just glad to get out from the 9 months of continuous lockdowns There was a fine turnout of west country and Welsh towing companies and some awesome vehicles and equipment A brand new 6x4 DAF for Ken William's Another DAF this time an 8x4 The flagship of the Ken William's fleet a 10x4 twin steer, mid lift axle ...fitte…
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A new dedicated high-quality publication for the vehicle recovery industry and associated sectors, featuring the latest innovations, industry news, interviews, technical and operator features, including a look at some of the most respected names in the industry and expert analysis of all the key issues relevant to this fascinating and diverse sector. On Scene is a quarterly title with accurate and well-informed articles supported by high-quality imagery, showcasing the vehicles and equipment that are core to heavy recovery operators' fleets as well as the skills, knowledge and experience of the professionals that work long hours - often in the most difficu…
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Lee Briggs MIRTE Owner Operator @ Toad Towing Horley, England, United Kingdom Finally had time for Ash at Brilliant Signs to work his magic. I have never been enthusiastic about vinyl signwriting preferring the skilled application and longevity of Craftsman applied brushwork. A more quality product and no real cost difference sometimes its worth waiting for the best option ! As Found On LinkedIn
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Life changing injuries to Recoe Recovery Operator. Our thoughts are with them and their family. https://www.coventrytelegraph.net/news/coventry-news/recovery-worker-suffers-potentially-life-20521021?utm_source=whatsapp.com&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=sharebar
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We are proud to announce support from one of the automotive leaders Green Flag to help bring awareness and safety. Damon Jowett Head of Service Delivery at Green Flag: "Green Flag never underestimate the valuable job people in the breakdown recovery industry, emergency services and road maintenance industry do and the vulnerable position they place themselves in everyday to keep the UK moving 24/7. We realise drivers not slowing down and moving over as they approach a temporary hazard is a major concern and often the cause of many avoidable collisions. The work that Slow Down Move Over is doing to raise awareness of the issue is something that Gre…
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Hope to release some great news soon (thank you to https://www.daveharfordphotography.co.uk/... for the image) Be safe out there every one.
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AASP of Peterbourgh had there van hit whilst fending a breakdown situation on the 25th of March 2021 No one hurt thankfully! lucky they were there as the out come could of been worse.
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Apart of the #BlueLightAware campaign from GEM Motoring Assist about broken down or stranded vehicles on motorways or dual carriageways can increase the danger to the occupants. What can you do to help everyone stay safe? Slowdownmoveover #DriveSoOthersSurvive
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Anyone selling a small wrecker or equipment in the UK? I'm looking for a twin line wrecker with a decent wheel lift that can lift and tow 5ton vans and motorhomes. Will buy equipment only as well. Cash waiting.
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