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Towing Museum Auctions Tow Truck and Raises $155,000
Towing Museum Auctions Tow Truck and Raises $155,000
The Museum Edition tow truck was donated by Hino Trucks USA and Miller Industries to benefit the Towing Museum.
Successful Auction Raises 5,000 for Towing Museum
CHATTANOOGA, TN, UNITED STATES, October 8, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ — The recent Meet ‘n Greet and Annual Auction for the Towing Museum successfully raised 5,000, thanks to generous donations. Hino Trucks and Miller Industries donated a Hino L6 Series truck with a Century 12 Series LCG™ bed to the auction.
Towing Museum Auctions Tow Truck and Raises $155000
Crystal Griffin Wins the Unique Museum Edition Truck
Crystal Griffin, from Sheehan’s Towing in West Palm Beach, FL, won the special Museum Edition truck. This event attracted bidders from across the nation, but Griffin emerged as the lucky winner. Her excitement reflects the importance of supporting the Towing Museum and its mission.
Griffin Expresses Gratitude for the Donation
“It’s about more than just a truck,” Griffin said, emphasizing her commitment to the museum. She has been in the towing business for 29 years and appreciates the truck’s quality. “It’s a beautiful and well-built piece of equipment that will make a nice addition to the fleet. I’m extremely thankful that Hino and Miller got together to support the museum.”
Supporting the Future of the Towing Museum
The proceeds from the auction play a vital role in funding the International Towing Museum’s efforts. The museum focuses on enhancing its facilities and expanding exhibits to preserve the towing industry’s rich history. These improvements allow the museum to educate future generations about the vital contributions of towing professionals.
The International Towing & Recovery Museum and Hall of Fame showcases restored antique wreckers and equipment representing the towing industry. The organization also honors outstanding individuals in the towing and recovery industry worldwide, celebrating their contributions and achievements.
Hino Trucks, a Toyota Group Company, manufactures and services a lineup of Class 4-8 commercial trucks in the United States. Hino focuses on creating fully connected vehicles with low total ownership costs and unmatched reliability. Hino continues to lead the industry toward a sustainable future with its evolving electric vehicle lineup.
Miller Industries is known as the World’s Largest Manufacturer of Towing and Recovery Equipment® and markets its products under well-recognized brands. These brands include Century, Vulcan, Chevron, Holmes, Challenger, Champion, Jige, Boniface, and Eagle. Their commitment to quality and innovation positions them as leaders in the towing industry.
Jeffrey Godwin
International Towing & Recovery Hall of Fame and Museum
+1 423-267-3132
Jeffrey.godwin@coxautoinc.com
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Towing Museum Auctions Tow Truck and Raises $155000
