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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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South East London and Kent Operator Road Runners Recovery, Reports a major motorway accident, five years after one of their vehicles was involved in a similar incident on the same motorway section! Article Attached from Professional Recovery Magazine issue 336 January 2021. @mushspeed
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A police officer is recovering after being knocked unconscious following a road traffic collision on Friday (8th Jan). At around 17:00 hours, two officers from Devon & Cornwall Police, attached to the Roads Policing Unit, were helping a driver who had broken down on an unlit stretch of the A361 northbound carriageway at Landkey, North Devon. The officers were protecting the scene with their marked BMW X5, which had its emergency lights illuminated. The officers had been on the scene for around 15 minutes when a Citreon C4 collided with the rear of their vehicle. The officers, a Sergeant and a PC with extensive experience in roads policin…
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Thank you to Essex Road Policing ( Stanway Police) for the cover at J25 Ipswich bound Marks Tey Essex whilst recovery of an accident vehicle last night. Remember behind blue and amber lights there's a family waiting for them to come home. Slow Down or Move Over Safely.
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We have had some wet weather in Essex over the last month here's a few images of my fishing trips. Be safe out there
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Thankfully no one was hurt and wasn't in the vehicle when it was struck by a HGV while fending-off on a straight piece of the A46 protecting a broken down vehicle. Look out and be aware of unprotected road operators working. Please Slow Down or Move Over Safely Behind these lights weather they are Blue or Amber. We all want to come home to our families www.slowdownmoveover.uk #drivesoothersurvive
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Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a safe New Year! Thank you all for your support. www.slowdownmoveover.uk
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This year has been a tough year with cancelled venues and a different way of doing things: Well Done to Paul Gregory and His team in creating this ( SDMO UK page 24/25 😉 ) Click on the link for the UK Tow Show interactive show guide https://www.yumpu.com/en/document/read/65013208/professional-recovery-tow-show-2020 enjoy @mushspeed
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Demolition derby: Tow truck driver smashes VW Beetle into FOUR parked cars on a London street
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Thank you to Essex Police for coming out and protecting me on a recovery on a duel carriage way called the A131 in Essex UK. The vehicle I was recovering was on the grass as we have no hard shoulder on most of our roads in the area, and if I pulled on to the grass I would sink as it has been raining a lot. Managed the situation and took the keys off he lady for her Dodge Nitro with a banging noise from the engine as she could get a lift home in another car. This little clip is 15 minutes squashed to 60 seconds! Its from the rolling road block load and to a place of safety to strap the vehicle down. (there is music to the video) Be safe as you can…
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Yesterday afternoon I was assisting a broken down vehicle on a major road in Essex called the A12. The police vehicle was protecting me in lane one. But two vehicles decided to go round the police car and come back into lane one. Police officers had some words to say to the drivers.
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The West Midlands trucking show went ahead last weekend amid fears of a 2nd nationwide lockdown With several local areas and cities already imposing severe restrictions.....the truck entries were a quarter of what they usually are The public attendance was also severely reduced ....but the visitors that did turn up were treated to a very high standard of vehicles on display and beautiful autumn sunshine Enjoy the pictures A 5 axle Volvo Rotator supplied and built for N.S. Clarke Transport and Recovery by Boniface Engineering / Miller industries The business end 3 on the righ…
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The Covid virus has forced the UK government to impose a strict nationwide lockdown and all shows and public events were banned....after 5 months the restrictions are gradually being eased......but strict social distancing and crowd control restrictions are still in place During the last weekend of August ....Truckfest Peterborough took place... normally held on the first weekend of May attracting more than 3000 trucks ... This year, a low key event which allowed a maximum of 1000 trucks ... The whole affair felt a bit strange with half of the bars and restaurants closed or offering a restricted service or menu ... But...It was goo…
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Hi, What towing equipment suppliers are there in Western Europe besides ProLux?
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