tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-53144222958693643082012-02-21T10:00:10.551-05:00Welcome to Cross Country's online newsletter, featuring the latest towing and roadside news, Cross Country updates, and even exclusive product discounts.Agero Provider Network Bloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16126016146079973290noreply@blogger.comBlogger359125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5314422295869364308.post-92216257134489517722012-02-21T10:00:00.000-05:002012-02-21T10:00:10.648-05:002012-02-21T10:00:10.648-05:00

Please take a moment to check out the brief video below, explaining our upcoming brand change.  Thank you for your continued service, hard work, dedication, and partnership. We look forward to starting this next leg of our journey together with you. 

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Fuel delivery is a staple component of our service delivery industry. As with any roadside transaction, customer service is key for success. Running out of fuel can be frustrating. Please be sympathetic with customers and help put them at ease with fast and friendly service. It is important to note that several of our clients have recently changed their fuel coverage limits. Please be

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Check out these parts specials from Argosi Perks partner,  Worldwide Equipment Sales.  Trouble viewing flyer? Try here. 

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We continue our series on the Fisker Karma with some insight on removing and replacing the vehicle’s “recovery eyes” - located on the front bumper of the vehicle. PLEASE NOTE: Under no circumstances should the vehicle be towed using the vehicle recovery eye. Doing so can cause significant damage to the vehicle. A vehicle recovery eye can be used to allow the vehicle to be pulled

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As we first announced to you at the end of last year, Cross Country will be rolling out a new name to our Service Provider community on March 1, 2012. Why are we changing our name? Cross Country Automotive Services has been going through a rebranding effort over the past few months to better unite ourselves and ATX Group (a telematics organization which we acquired in 2008) under one brand

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Red Line Towing is a new and upcoming tow company out of Grafton, Massachusetts. As we all know, there can be a lot of big expenses that come with starting a new business. Red Line was able to take advantage of the Beacon Funding equipment financing offer available through ArgosiPerks.com to get the trucks they needed to get off on the right foot. Network News Blog Reporter, Amy Abou Zaki

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Although damages should be a very rare occurrence for your organization, they can sometimes be an unfortunate cost of doing business. Ensure that your company is making damages as minimal and infrequent as possible with proper training, attention to detail, and an investment in taking the time necessary to complete the job to the best of your ability.   Here is a list of questions every

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We love getting to interact with our Service Provider partners in person at the industry “tow shows.” For Providers, these events are a great opportunity to meet your Performance Manager, get hands on training, access information on our latest programs and initiatives, and much more. What shows are you planning to attend this year? Take our quick poll on the right hand side of the blog and

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Cross Country values all of the hard work and superior service our Service Provider partners deliver every day. As a thank you for your dedication and performance, we offer all of our Service Providers complimentary membership to our Cross Country Service Provider Perks program. Enjoy access to huge savings and special offers on the things your business needs most including: fuel, tires, tow

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image from www.IRS.gov As in previous years and in accordance with IRS regulations, Cross Country Service Corp. will be mailing out 1099s to Service Providers by January 31, 2012. Tax time can be a stressful time for small business owners and employees, but here are few best practices to help you stay on track: Know the Rules Whether you’re using the help of tax professionals or filing on

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Since partnering with Beacon Funding a few months ago, Cross Country has been thrilled to see how many of our Providers have successfully leveraged this solution to purchase new equipment to grow their businesses this year. Here is one success story from one of our towing partners to give you a sense of how easy it is to work with Beacon: “We tried other financers in the past, but they

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As more Fisker Karma hybrid electric vehicles begin hitting the road in the coming months, here is an update on best practices for servicing this vehicle:  The 2012 Fisker Karma hybrid electric vehicle features two driving modes: “Stealth” mode to optimize all electric driving features and “Sport” mode to access full power of the vehicle by leveraging the gasoline engine in conjunction with

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In many parts of the country, winter can be a treacherous and stressful time for towing and roadside professionals. Certainly at one time or another, we’ve all experienced a call in the middle of the night for a winch, tire change, tow, or other dispatch when the weather is bad or possibly even in the middle of a storm. When there are several inches of snow on the ground and you’re on your

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With the New Year upon us everyone is looking for ways to improve their business. In today’s post, we’ll explore ways for Service Providers to improve call acceptance. Capturing the dispatch is the critical first step towards generating revenue for you company and ultimately growing your business. Improving your call acceptance starts with effective and efficient dispatching - which is often

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Watch our brief video to learn best practices for towing the Chevy Silverado:  Access more training resources like this in the Resource and Tutorial Library at CrossCountrySupport.com.

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Check out these parts specials from Argosi Perks partner,  Worldwide Equipment Sales.  Trouble viewing this flyer? Try here. 

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Watch our brief training video for best practices for towing the Chevy Corvette:  Access this video and other helpful resources in the Resource and Tutorial Library at CrossCountrySupport.com. 

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Like other hybrid vehicles, the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid uses a conventional gasoline powered internal combustion engine paired with a high-voltage electric motor to propel the vehicle. The high-voltage electrical system is completely self-contained and does not need to be recharged by an external power source, such as a charging station. The high-voltage battery is recharged while the vehicle

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Are you always waiting for that next paycheck in the mail? Mail can be lost or misplaced. A stop payment and re-issue of a new check can take up to 30 days. Stop waiting for your check in the mail and sign up for direct deposit today!  It’s FREE - no need to worry about any additional charges The enrollment is quick and easy We provide secure website access No additional software is required

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Planning and budgeting for expenses now is a good way to stay organized and keep your business on track all year long. Know how much you can afford before you shop. Need help identifying what your budget should be? Cross Country Perks partner and truck financer, Beacon Funding can help! Visit Beacon Funding’s Equipment Financing Center to learn more about the benefits of financing, access a

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Cross Country Blog Team Reporter, Amy Abou Zaki, recently sat down with John Schimelpfenig, Cross Country Performance Manager for Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Wisconsin, to discuss his role, suggestions for his region, best practices and more. Amy Abou Zaki: Can you give me a brief background of your history with Cross Country? John Schimelpfenig: I started at Cross Country in July of

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Cross Country is proud to work with our network of diligent, hard working, and skilled Service Providers. In order to help guide our Service Providers, we have assembled a team of Performance Managers available to offer support, information, and best practices to maximize success with Cross Country. To ensure that you are able to efficiently reach your Performance Manager, here are a few

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Cross Country is starting off the New Year by teaming up with WreckMaster – the most highly recommended and recognized certification program in the industry – for a “Winter Tour.” This is the first in a series of classes for next year and we’re working to bring a class to a town near you. WreckMaster and Cross Country’s Winter Tour Schedule: New Orleans, LA – February 4-5, 2012 Atlanta

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Looking for savings this holiday season? Log onto www.ArgosiPerks.com today to access exclusive offers and discounts for Cross Country Service Providers. Enjoy savings on everything you need to keep your company growing in the New Year. Here is a quick snapshot of just a few of the offers available on ArogisPerks.com now: Acxiom – Protect your business with comprehensive

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