2-Day Triple Certification –
Light & Medium Duty with Electric Vehicle Awareness
Earn three valuable ATRI certifications through one comprehensive, two-day training experience. This course combines light-duty towing, medium-duty towing, and electric vehicle awareness to help operators build stronger technical skills while preparing for the changing demands of today’s towing and recovery industry.
Students receive classroom instruction and hands-on training focused on safety, equipment operation, vehicle securement, recovery fundamentals, and the unique hazards associated with electric and hybrid vehicles.
Course Overview
The ATRI 2-Day Triple Certification – Light & Medium Duty with Electric Vehicle Awareness is designed to provide operators with a broad foundation in towing and recovery while addressing the growing need for electric vehicle education.
Throughout the two-day program, students develop practical skills for towing and recovering passenger vehicles, light trucks, vans, box trucks, delivery vehicles, and other medium-duty commercial vehicles. The course also introduces electric and hybrid vehicle identification, high-voltage awareness, manufacturer procedures, battery hazards, transportation concerns, and storage considerations.
By combining three certifications into one focused program, students gain a wider range of knowledge while companies receive an efficient way to prepare employees for both traditional towing operations and modern vehicle technology.
What You’ll Learn:
Light-Duty Towing and Recovery
Operator and scene safety
Vehicle identification and weight ratings
Equipment inspection and proper use
Wheel-lift and flatbed operations
Safe vehicle hookup procedures
Winching and recovery fundamentals
Proper tie-down and securement techniques
Load angles and vehicle protection
Roadside scene management
Customer service and professionalism
Electronic Vehicle Awareness
Electric and hybrid vehicle identification
Basic EV terminology and vehicle types
High-voltage systems and orange cables
Battery locations and construction
Recognizing damaged battery systems
Lockout and shutdown awareness
Manufacturer towing procedures
EV tow modes and special handling requirements
Thermal runaway and reignition awareness
Transportation and storage considerations
Medium Duty Operations
Medium-duty vehicle classifications
Suspension and axle considerations
Air brake awareness
Proper lift points
Weight distribution
Equipment selection
Commercial vehicle towing techniques
Safe recovery procedures
Damage prevention
Recovery planning
Who Should Attend?
This triple certification course is ideal for:
New tow operators seeking comprehensive training
Light-duty operators expanding into medium-duty work
Medium-duty operators seeking updated certification
Roadside assistance technicians
Fleet and municipal operators
Tow company employees and owners
Companies training new hires
Operators who regularly encounter electric or hybrid vehicles
Experienced operators refreshing their knowledge
Previous towing experience is helpful but not required.
Why Choose This Course?
Today’s tow operators must be prepared to work with a wider range of vehicles than ever before. A single shift may include a passenger vehicle, a loaded box truck, and an electric vehicle requiring manufacturer-specific handling procedures.
This course brings those three critical areas together. Students build foundational light-duty skills, develop greater confidence with medium-duty vehicles, and gain the awareness needed to identify and safely approach electric and hybrid vehicles.
For towing companies, the triple certification provides a practical way to train employees across multiple service categories while reinforcing consistent safety procedures, equipment knowledge, professionalism, and decision-making.
What Makes This Course Different?
Three Certifications in Two Days:
Complete Light Duty, Medium Duty, and Electric Vehicle Awareness training through one comprehensive program.
Broad Vehicle Coverage:
Prepare to work with passenger vehicles, light trucks, vans, commercial vehicles, and electric or hybrid vehicles.
Hands-On Instruction:
Practice towing, recovery, and securement procedures under the guidance of experienced industry instructors.
Practical Skills You Can Use Tomorrow:
Every lesson is designed around situations operators encounter every day in the field.
What You’ll Receive
ATRI Light Duty Certification
ATRI Medium Duty Certification
ATRI Electric Vehicle Awareness Certification
Classroom instruction
Hands-on practical training
Course materials
Certificates of completion
Real-world guidance from experienced towing professionals
Why Choose ATRI?
ATRI is more than a training provider—we’re committed to advancing the towing and recovery industry through practical education, experienced instruction, and a focus on safety. Here’s what sets our programs apart.
Nationally Recognized Certifications
Hands-On Training
Experienced Industry Instructors
Safety-Focused Curriculum
Modern Vehicle Technology
Training for Individuals & Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this course provide three certifications?
Yes! Students who successfully complete the course receive ATRI Light Duty, Medium Duty, and Electric Vehicle Awareness certifications.
Do I need previous towing experience?
No. The course is designed for beginner to intermediate operators, but experienced operators can also benefit from updated techniques and electric vehicle education.
What should I bring & wear to class?
Students should bring a writing utensil, note paper, and the appropriate clothing for hands-on. Hands-on training includes everything that a student would be doing in the field, so all PPE gear should be brought with them. This can include: hard hat, gloves, protective glasses/goggles, and steel toed boots.
Is the course hands-on?
Yes. The course combines classroom education with hands-on light-duty towing and recovery exercises.
What types of vehicles are covered?
The course covers passenger vehicles, SUVs, pickup trucks, vans, light commercial vehicles, box trucks, delivery vehicles, medium-duty trucks, and electric or hybrid vehicles.
How many students may attend?
Each class is limited to a maximum of 40 students to support effective instruction and hands-on participation.
Can my company host this course?
Yes. ATRI works with towing companies, associations, dealerships, municipalities, and industry partners to bring certification training to communities across the country.
Where can I find an upcoming class?
Visit the Upcoming Classes page with the button below to view scheduled training dates, locations, pricing, and registration information.
