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A South Los Angeles tow truck driver, Bobby Nuñez, was found not guilty of federal charges after being accused of illegally towing an ICE vehicle during an immigration raid, which gained attention due to the involvement of a social media influencer and the incident's video evidence.
A Florida tow truck driver is charged with child neglect after allegedly towing a car with a 4-year-old girl inside, who fell out and was injured. The driver, Sergio Suarez, reportedly ignored the father's warnings and did not check the vehicle for occupants before towing, leading to the child's fall and injuries. Suarez was arrested and released on bond, with authorities citing reckless disregard for the child's safety.
Electric vehicles are becoming more popular among campers, with about 4% of regular campers owning an electric vehicle compared to the national average of 1%. While electric trucks and SUVs offer advantages in towing camper trailers, concerns about range and charging infrastructure persist. Campground operators are working to address the need for more EV chargers, and trailer companies are focusing on aerodynamics and battery capabilities to accommodate electric tow vehicles. Despite challenges, the shift to electric vehicles is expected to reduce noise pollution and improve the camping experience.
During a recent snowstorm in Providence, 301 vehicles were towed due to illegal parking during a city-wide parking ban, with residents responsible for the towing fees. Providence Mayor Brett Smiley, who issued the ban, acknowledged the challenges it presents and a city councilor is drafting a proposal to provide free parking options for residents during future bans, following models from neighboring cities.
Trailer sway occurs when the weight distribution of a trailer is not properly balanced. If too much weight is located towards the rear, the trailer is more prone to sway and the motion can become progressively worse. On the other hand, having weight pushed forward helps counteract sway and provides stability. The ideal tongue load for a trailer is between 10% and 15% of its weight, ensuring a downward force on the hitch. Proper load distribution and understanding the physics behind trailer sway are crucial for safe towing.
A woman seeks advice from Dear Abby after her boyfriend told her to park in a non-resident parking space, resulting in her car being towed. Although he drove her to retrieve her car, he did not offer to pay for the tow charge, demonstrating a lack of generosity. Dear Abby suggests putting the boyfriend in the rearview mirror.
A burning car carrier off the Dutch coast is being towed to a new location away from shipping routes as part of a salvage operation. The ship, which was carrying new cars from Germany to Egypt, caught fire resulting in the death of one crew member and injuries to seven others. The towing operation began on Sunday, and the ship's temporary destination is 16 km north of the Dutch islands Ameland and Schiermonnikoog. The relocation aims to move the ship further away from shipping routes and reduce the risk of the fire spreading.
Salvage specialists have started towing a burning freighter ship off the coast of the Netherlands to a less sensitive location after it had been ablaze for several days near the Wadden Sea nature reserve. The operation was delayed due to unfavorable winds and concerns about smoke-related risks. The ship, carrying over 3,500 cars including 500 electric vehicles, has proven difficult to extinguish due to the challenge of extinguishing lithium-ion batteries. The vessel is being towed to an area north of the islands of Schiermonnikoog and Ameland, away from the ecologically sensitive Wadden Sea reserve, to prevent severe environmental damage if it were to sink there.
Salvage crews have begun towing a burning cargo ship, the Fremantle Highway, loaded with thousands of new cars to a temporary anchorage location off the northern Dutch coast after the smoke from the stricken vessel eased. The ship, which has been burning since Tuesday, was being slowly towed by two tugs to a temporary anchor point while experts monitor its stability. The cause of the fire is still unknown.
Ram has revealed the details of its first electric truck, the Ram 1500 REV, which will rival the Ford F-150 Lightning and upcoming Chevy Silverado EV with impressive targeted range, towing, and other features. The 2025 Ram 1500 REV will be offered in two options, with the standard 168 kWh battery pack having a targeted range of up to 350 miles, and the optional 229 kWh battery pack targeting a range of up to 500 miles. The electric truck will offer towing capabilities of up to 14,000 lbs and payload of up to 2,700 lbs, with 800V fast charging adding roughly 110 miles of range in around 10 minutes.
A Rivian R1S electric SUV died just two days after delivery, leaving the owner with a $2,100 towing bill to get it to a service center. The issue could have been solved with a simple reset procedure, but Rivian's customer service team failed to mention that. After Business Insider reached out to them, Rivian apologized and offered compensation for the towing as well. The company has decided to treat this as a learning experience for how they accommodate their buyers, especially those who are first-time EV owners.