Winter tow truck drivers provide an essential service during the winter that other tow trucks just can’t cover. During inclement weather – snow-covered, icy, or wet winter streets – accidents are common. Black ice preys on even the most wary drivers and can cause crashes. Roadside breakdowns are also common in the winter, and they can make for dangerous conditions.
When this happens, we rely on our winter tow truck drivers to save the day. Winter tow trucks are outfitted to withstand hazardous conditions, and winter tow truck drivers are experienced at driving in such conditions. All of this considered, you’d think winter tow trucks are invincible on the road, right? Wrong.
Winter tow truck drivers know that they are still at risk on the road. And when disaster strikes, they need a reliable line of communication. Tow truck drivers love PEAK push-to-talk two-way radios for their unmatched reliability and clear audio. Below, we’ll go over the best push-to-talk two-way radios for winter tow truck drivers.
PEAK PTT M-94G Mobile
If you’re looking for a hardwired radio for your winter tow truck, you can’t do much better than the M-94G Mobile. Like all of our two-way radios, this radio uses 4G LTE networks to ensure long-distance, crystal-clear communication. This radio is always on and DOT-compliant.
It allows for one-on-one or group communication, allowing truck drivers to stay connected at all times and connect with other drivers on the road.
This radio is GPS-enabled and includes an SOS button, so if drivers get into trouble, they can send an alert, notifying dispatch of their location.
The M-94G Mobile is also compatible with K2 Windows PC Dispatch Software.
PTT-624G Rugged LTE Radio
For a portable, ultra-rugged push-to-talk two-way radio, winter tow truck drivers should look for the PTT-624G Rugged LTE Radio. This radio is built to withstand the harshest work environments.
Where other radios would fail in harsh blizzard conditions or break after small impacts onto the ice, the PTT-624G LTE Radio excels. Designed with durability in mind, this radio is tested to withstand water, dust intrusion, and blunt force from drops. It’s IP-68 rated and it’s not only waterproof but can withstand submersion in up to three feet of water for 30 minutes. It can also withstand falls from heights exceeding five feet, meaning that a drop on the ice or roadside won’t be enough to break this ultra-durable radio.
This radio also includes a powerful 2W speaker, so drivers can be out in howling storms and still receive a loud message. Furthermore, with dual noise-cancelling technology, drivers won’t have to worry about sending clear messages, even in the noisiest environments.
If you are in the market for push to talk two way radios for tow truck crews, take a look at the above radios and give us call should you have any questions. We’re here to help! 855-600-6161