Heavy-duty Towing – Pepe's Tow Service Inc.

Construction and Machine Lift Towing

September 10, 2021September 8, 2021 by Joshua Acosta

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Never-ending Construction Towing in LA

There is never a point in time when Los Angeles is not under construction. New freeway bridges and off-ramps, constant development, new homes, big or small LA is a constant work in progress. With all this constant construction and the need for heavy materials and machinery, there’s bound to be a need for a lift. Whether that be a rollover, winch-out, or simply just transporting large equipment to and from, you’re going to need a heavy-duty tow specialist for the job. Enter Pepe’s Towing. Read more to see what it takes to tackle construction and machine lift towing in Los Angeles.

5 Common Reasons Semi-Trucks Overheat

September 10, 2021August 5, 2021 by Joshua Acosta

The Dangers of an Overheating Semi-Trucks

The heat is on and temperatures are rapidly rising here in Los Angeles! This year has brought some of the hottest temperatures to Los Angeles County, and its surrounding areas, and it hasn’t been easy on anyone, especially semi-truck and big rig drivers. The last thing you want is for your truck to overheat on route to a delivery. Among other dangers, being stranded on the side of the road and even long-term damage to your rig are just part of why semi-trucks overheat. It’s imperative as a truck driver to take extra precautions and maintenance to ensure the safety of you and your truck on the road.

Can’t escape the triple-digit heat? Find out the most common reasons why your Semi-Truck is overheating in this month’s blog.

Types of Tow Trucks

May 4, 2021 by Joshua Acosta

One Size Does NOT Fit All

From lifting to towing, to transporting, there is no uni-sex version of tow trucks here! For instance, a tow truck lifting a passenger car is not the same truck you would use for towing bigger loads like an airplane. Trucks used for rollovers and recoveries are even more complex. In our last blog, we brought you back to the creation of the first tow truck. Now, we can dive deeper into why there are so many different types of tow trucks. Keep reading to find out what makes every tow truck unique and what they are designed for in this month’s blog.

History of the Tow Truck

June 9, 2021April 6, 2021 by Joshua Acosta

Tow Truck History

Where would we be if it weren’t for the tow truck? Probably still stuck in that mud pit off the side of the road. After more than 40 years in the towing industry, we decided it was time to take it all the way back to the beginning time. Who created the first tow truck? How was it made? And why? Find out how one invention was created and the industry of saving us from ever being stranded ever again right here!

Dangers of Heavy-Duty Towing

February 5, 2021 by Joshua Acosta

Towing is a Risky Business

Sometimes towing can feel like a scene out of Mission Impossible, except I don’t think Tom Cruise can save us from the dangers of heavy-duty towing. Jumpstarting your battery or helping with a flat tire is not all tow truck drivers do. It takes someone who is a great multitasker, clever, strong, and incredibly focused person to be a heavy-duty tow truck operator. And on top of all this, you have to be willing to take a lot of risks to get the toughest jobs done. Even though it may not seem like it, heavy-duty towing is one of the most dangerous jobs in the world. But what makes towing such a tough profession to pursue?

Pepe’s Towing Summertime Fishing Highlights

September 30, 2020September 18, 2020 by Joshua Acosta

Pepe’s Towing Has Been Busy Fishing

Some parks and recreational areas may be closed right now, but that hasn’t stopped us from going fishing. All summer long we’ve been reeling in some interesting catches. From Beamers to brand new Honda’s, we’ve been trolling mountainsides and storm drains just to find these guys. Here are some of our summer fishing highlights.

Pepe’s Towing Service Newest Additions

September 3, 2020August 29, 2020 by Joshua Acosta

Pepe’s Towing is Poppin’

Here at Pepe’s Towing Service, we’re not your average heavy-duty towing company. We use state of the art technology, have a diverse, top of the line fleet and we focus on tackling some of the toughest jobs in the industry all while bringing our audience along for the ride. We take pride in what we do, and we love giving our viewers an inside look at the action from every job we receive. And our newest additions really have us excited.

We’ve come a long way since we were founded more than 40 years ago, and as a family-owned and operated business, that’s quite an accomplishment. We figured it would be a great time to update you on some new additions and all the good that’s still going on with Pepe’s Towing Service during this pandemic.

Using Technology to Bring Towing to You

July 17, 2020 by Joshua Acosta

Technology and the Towing Industry

Have you ever driven passed a gnarly accident on the freeway and wondered how it was going to get cleaned up? Well at Pepe’s, Towing Service, we make it a point to bring you along for the fun. We don’t just want to go on calls, we want you to be part of the experience. Which is why we use some of the best technology available to bring you along with us on some of our craziest calls. Not only are we known for our heavy-duty towing services throughout Los Angeles, but we provide a different perspective utilizing the newest camera technology, setting us apart from the rest of the towing industry.

The Hulk – The Coolest 50-ton Rotator in Los Angeles

May 21, 2020May 15, 2020 by Joshua Acosta

Meet the Hulk

The heavy-duty towing industry is full of amazing tow truck drivers and machinery. We may be a bit biased, but we think our machinery is a little bit cooler than everyone else’s. in 2019, we had the pleasure of adding the Hulk to our fleet, a 50-ton rotator, that has increased our ability to accommodate the most difficult roll-overs and recoveries. In fact, since we added this rotator to our fleet, we’ve accomplished some incredible saves. Read more about our 50-ton rotator inspired by the Hulk and all the fun we’ve had since adding him to our heavy-duty towing fleet.

Most Dangerous Recoveries by Pepe’s Towing in Los Angeles

May 17, 2020April 6, 2020 by Joshua Acosta

Dangerous Recoveries – One of Our Specialties

As a company that specializes in heavy-duty towing and recovery, we’ve seen some incredible things. From overturned containers and big rigs to cranes almost falling off freeway overpasses, we’ve made it our business to not only respond to these calls but carry them out with the utmost care and safety. This is in no way a one-man job, we wouldn’t be able to complete these difficult jobs if it wasn’t for our robust fleet and amazing team of tow truck drivers. Here are some of our most dangerous recoveries to date and a little insight into how we were able to complete these jobs safely.