Fog and trains don’t mix when it comes to railway crossings and vehicles of any size

Fog related accidents usually result in head-on and rear-end collisions, two of the most common fog-related incidents. A recent study showed that more instances of fog-related crashes occurred in the early morning hours from December to February.

This rig ran amiss of a freight train in the fog and became one of many like incidents that occur across the country in poor driving conditions.

Fortunately the driver was not injured and Big Rig Towing was able to use their 75-ton rotator to clear the wreckage and get the train on its way and the driver to safety.

Big Rig Towing can do more than just tow your distressed rig or heavy equipment. We have a solid reputation for doing heavy lifting and moving. If you find yourself in a disabled or precarious situation give Big Rig Towing a shout toll free at 1 (866) 398-7444. We offer 24/7 dispatch service.

 

Our company’s key principles & service philosophy

Big Rig Towing & Recovery is the largest heavy duty towing and recovery company in Alberta dedicated solely to the transportation industry. This company is built around a team of customer service technicians offering the highest standards of efficiency, cost-effectiveness and superior service.

We are committed to providing heavy duty towing and recovery services by employing fully trained, professional technicians. Many of our technicians have a quarter century of towing and recovery expertise in the Calgary area. Our mandate is to work in partnership with our customers, building long-term relationships based on mutual trust and confidence. The service policy is one that places the interests of our customers first and foremost. Big Rig Towing & Recovery strives to exceed our customers’ expectations.

For our customers’ comfort and protection we are fully insured including cargo and garage liability insurance for customer-owned vehicles. We will provide proof of insurance upon request.

At Big Rig Towing & Recovery we are committed to providing priority service at a competitive rate, delivered by professional technicians with state-of-the-art equipment.

To reach us toll-free call (866) 398-7444.

Ice-covered roads make driving much more dangerous

Winter weather elements can be a challenge to negotiate out on the highway and can cause harrowing risks.

Ice is particularly dangerous precisely because it’s hard to detect in advance and ice-covered roads make driving much more dangerous. These pictures are from a recovery west of Hwy 40 up by Burnt Timber. The road was pure ice.

Be proactive and take note of Big Rig’s toll free number (866) 398-7444. You may not be in a precarious position today but with many winter months ahead you can never be too pro-active. We’re available 24/7 to service all of your heavy duty towing and recovery requirements anytime, anywhere.
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Fascinated by tow trucks!

Trucks appeal to children’s love of big wheels and all the moving parts.

Over the holidays one of our drivers was winching a truck out of the snow on a street in Tuscany. This little guy watched in amazement from his living room window. When our driver was getting ready to leave, he waved for the mother to come outside. He mentioned to her that they didn’t have any banners but he gave her a brochure with a picture of all Big Rig’s trucks in it.

The picture was the result of how happy the little boy was. Nothing like bringing such joy in the process of simply doing your job!