C&T Towing, LLC

10/30/2026

Winter is fast approaching and getting your car ready should be a priority.
The list may seem long but it is worth the time to keep you and your family safe. We love meeting new customers, but never due to a breakdown or accident. BUT if you find yourself in an accident, or on the side of the road with a flat tire or a dead battery, just give C&T Towing a call at 870-340-9196. Our auto repair shop at 17001 Highway 163 Harrisburg can also help you get ready for winter.

Battery and Electrical:
1. Check your battery's charge. Cold temperature cuts the battery capacity and can lead to a car that won't start when you need it.
2. Clean corrosion from terminals and ensure they are tight.
3. Check the alternator is charging and belts are in good working condition.
4. Carry jumper cables or a portable jump starter (NOCO is the brand we use)
5. Replace a battery older than 4 or 5 years before winter

Tires and Traction:
1. Check tire tread depth; winter grip drops sharply on worn tires.
2. Check tire pressure. Cold air lowers them.
3. Check your spare tire for proper inflation. Many people forget to check this and realize too late it is flat.
4. Verify TPMS light is off after adjusting pressures.

Fluids and Cooling:
1. Check antifreeze and ensure the antifreeze mix is for the expected lows.
2. Switch to a winter grade windshield washer fluid that resists freezing.
3. Check engine oil and make sure to change regularly. Consider a winter grade per the owner's manual.
4. Check brake and power steering fluid levels
5. Inspect hoses and belts that may stiffen and crack in the cold.
6. Make sure your heater and defroster are in operating order.

Visibility and Exterior:
1. Replace worn wipers.
2. Test all lights (brake, headlights, and turn signals)
3. Keep an ice scraper or snow brush in your car. Especially if you have to park outside.

Winter emergency kit:
1. Keep a warm blanket, gloves, hat, and extra warm clothing in a bag in your back seat.
2. Carry a small shovel and sand, salt, or traction mats.
3. Carry a flashlight, warning triangle, and reflective vest.
4. Keep water, non-perishable snacks and extra medication in your bag.
5. Pack a first-aid kit and hand warmers.
6. Keep an extra phone charger and power bank fully charged.

Cold Weather Driving Readiness:
1. Keep fuel at least half full to reduce condensation and ensure heat.
2. Clear snow and ice from the roof, windows, and lights before driving.
3. Confirm you have roadside assistance and insurance is current.
4. Use gentle braking and follow at a longer distance on ice.
5. Check weather and road conditions before you leave.

Serving Jonesboro, Harrisburg, Trumann, Bay, Craighead and Poinsett Counties. Forget the rest, call the BEST!

10/05/2026

October is SLOW DOWN MOVE OVER Awareness month. What's so special about it? It is special because drivers don't realize the danger that tow truck operators, as well as first responders, face when working inches from traffic moving at high rates of speed. These operators are trying to hook up a vehicle involved in an accident or broke down on the side of the road.

I want to share a story about one such operator, who at 18 years of age, lost his life because another driver did not slow down and move over when he was working on the side of the road.

Jacob Marquis had the biggest personality out of anyone we know. He wasn't the kind of person who quietly blended into the background. He had a natural sense of humor and loved messing with people, especially his mom. He loved to to talk smack with her and never missed an opportunity to embarass her no matter where they were. He could turn any ordinary moment into something funny. Jacob was loud and energetic. He had a presence. His laugh was contagious, and when Jacob was around, you knew he was there. Jacob was sarcastic. He had that smart-ass, playful side where you couldn't always tell whether he was being serious or messing with you. He was outgoing. He wasn't afraid to talk, joke around, or be himself. But he was affectionate beneath all of the loudness and sarcasm. He was tender with people he loved. Putting his head in his momma's lap, letting her play with his hair, telling me he loved me everyday that was part of him too. Jacob was really smart. He never had to study but always made good grades. He liked figuring things out by doing them. Cars, welding, mechanical work, getting his hands dirty was his happy place. He was trying hard to become a man and build a life for himself, but he was still 18. He was learning, making mistakes, testing boundaries, and figuring himself out. Jacob was also stubborn. When he made up his mind up about something you couldn't tell him different. When he loved someone, he seemed to love them genuinely and deeply. He also enjoyed getting a reaction out of people. He would say or do anything if he could get someone to laugh at him. He was full of life. Probably the biggest description of all....he wasn't quiet about existing. He lived loudly.

October 10, 2025....a bright young man, who made the world a better place, was suddenly taken from his friends and family all because a driver did not slow down and move over. So the next time you see a tow truck or first responders, on the side of the road with flashing lights, just remember that is someone's husband, wife, brother, sister, son or daughter and slow down and move over so they get to come home.

09/18/2026

Car repairs haunting you? That engine knock giving you chills that are multiplying? Brakes wailing like a specter in the night? Who you gonna call? Call C&T Towing at 870-340-9196 or visit our mechanic shop at 17001 Highway 163 Harrisburg. Our friendly staff will take care of those spooky specters without breaking your wallet.

08/14/2026

AC on full blast but no cold air? Oil needs changing but you don't want to go to the big box chains? Brakes squeal more than your kids do? Never fear....C&T Towing is here. Our new location, at 17001 AR-163 Harrisburg now offers car repair at affordable prices. Our mechanics can get your car back on the road in no time. If your looking for friendly, honest, and quick service.... look no further than C&T Towing in Harrisburg.

06/09/2026

We now offer full-service repairs at our new location at 17001 Highway 163 Harrisburg, AR. Give us a call at 870-340-9196 or stop by to make an appointment.

06/05/2026

Look who's coming to KAIT.

05/02/2026

04/10/2026

Check out our new webpage at ct-towing.com!

04/10/2026

When you pass a tow truck and see
ATRB # # # # #, on the side, what does that mean? Legitimate towing companies are required, under Arkansas state law, to register their vehicles with the Arkansas Towing and Recovery Board (ATRB) and are assigned a number for their fleet. This number has to be displayed on the vehicles. So what does this mean for you as a customer? Tow trucks, with ARTB, has to carrying a minimum of $100,00 "on hook" insurance as well as $50,000 for their impound lot. Vehicles have to be inspected by the Arkansas State Police to ensure each vehicle is equipped with the proper tools to tow any vehicle whether it's a wrecker or roll back. This ensures the tow company has enough insurance to cover any damages that may occur in the towing process or while it is stored at their impound lot. A tow company, without the ATRB numbers may charge a cheaper fee but may not have the insurance to cover any damage to your vehicle while in their possession. Make sure the tow company you call is registered with ARTB for a piece of mind.

02/25/2026

You've been involved in an accident and your vehicle has been towed. What happens now?
1. Notify your insurance company so your claim can be started.
2. Contact the tow company that has your vehicle. The police
department can tell you which tow company has your vehicle.
3. Contact the tow company and make arrangements to pick up
your personal belongings from your vehicle. Tow companies
are not allowed to enter a vehicle so this will be up to you to do.
4. You will need to give the tow company VERBAL permission to
release your vehicle to the insurance company. Your
insurance agent nor the insurance transport company cannot do
this for you.
5. Once a vehicle has been in the impound lot 8 days, a "hot sheet"
is filed with the Arkansas State Police to ensure the vehicle is not
stolen.
6. A certified letter is mailed to the registered owner and this starts
the possessory lien process for the vehicle by the tow company.
This letter states that if the vehicle is not picked up 45 days from
the date the vehicle was towed, the tow company will take
possession of the vehicle and the contents.
7. Once the tow company takes possession of the vehicle, the
vehicle can be sold at auction, to cover the bill, or scraped if too
badly damaged.

You ditch 'em, we hitch 'em!

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