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Volvo building off-road track at Virginia truck plant to showcase vocational capabilities
DUBLIN, Va. – Volvo Trucks North America is constructing a road course and vocational track at its New River Valley Truck Plant, where customers can put new vehicles through their paces with or without a commercial driver’s licence... […]
SmartTruck Systems stands behind the aerodynamic design of the UnderTray and its ability to deliver savings
GREENVILLE, S.C. – After a disparaging report was issued by Performance Innovation Transport (PIT) claiming UnderTray systems failed to deliver fuel reduction costs, SmartTruck Systems shot back with a host of data supporting its product... […]
Driving for Profit to feature TCA chairman Tom Kretsinger Jr.
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. – Driving for Profit returns Jan. 21, featuring Tom Kretsinger Jr., Truckload Carriers Association chairman and president of American Central Transport. […]
Fleet Brake opening Regina DC
REGINA, Sask. – Fleet Brake has announced the opening of a new parts distribution centre in Regina, Sask. […]
Commercial truck orders remain "OK" in November: ACT
COLUMBUS, Ind. – Class 8 truck orders remained above 20,000 units in November, according to preliminary results from ACT Research. […]
Ritchie Bros. holding auctions in Toronto, Montreal and Truro
MONTREAL, Que. – In an unreserved public auction in Montreal, Quebec, Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, the world’s largest industrial auctioneer, will sell more than 2,900 pieces of equipment and trucks. […]
Learn to manage risk ahead of unpredictable events: RiskLogik
CHARLOTTETOWN, P.E.I. -- Risk and resilience solutions were given the spotlight during the Critical Program Supply Chain Risk Analysis and Management Project session at this year’s Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association conference. […]
New Brunswick builds a bridge to a stronger future
SAINT JOHN, N.B. – The newly completed Saint John Harbour Bridge in New Brunswick has been heralded as an example of cooperation in building a stronger future, according to members of parliament. […]
New bridge over St. Lawrence expected in 2018
MONTREAL, Que. – The scheduled timeline for the new bridge for the St. Lawrence has been accelerated. […]
Red River College names classroom after Maxim Truck & Trailer following $100K gift
WINNIPEG, Man. -- Red River College has named a classroom after Maxim Truck & Trailer, in thanks of a $100,000 donation made last year. […]
OTA forecast: Carriers look ahead to 2014 with cautious optimism
TORONTO, Ont. -- Carriers participating in the Ontario Trucking Association’s (OTA) fourth quarter survey of business conditions reported improved freight volumes in three of the four lane segments, which are monitored by the OTA. […]
Canada Cartage delivers 10,000 articles of new clothing to low income families
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. – Canada Cartage partnered with the Peel Children’s Aid Foundation by providing new clothing to low income families in the area. […]
LEADERS: Talking safety with Ryder's Pushpa Poisson
TORONTO, Ont. -- Ryder Canada was recently presented with an Infrastructure Health and Safety Association (IHSA) safety achievement award, for recording an injury rate in its Canadian warehouses that was 25% lower than the industry average for... […]
Infrastructure improvements a success, MTA says
WINNIPEG, Man. – Major trade routes should be constructed and maintained to a higher standard, the Manitoba Trucking Association insists. […]
Trucks for Change and Shaw Tracking join forces to promote serving charities in need
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. – A new video, Filling Trucks, Fulfilling Needs, produced by Shaw Tracking in collaboration with Trucks For Change will highlight the need for support at charities and communities across Canada. […]
Tallman Truck Centre produces how-to video for parked re-gens
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. -- Tallman Truck Centre has released an interactive training video outlining the best practices for performing a parked regeneration on an EPA10-compliant International truck. […]

Cass Freight Index Rises 1% in November
The Cass Freight Index, which measures shipment activity in trucking and other transport modes, increased 1.1% in November from a year ago. Expenditures increased 7.8% from 2012. […]
Intermodal Rail Traffic Highest on Record in November
The weekly average intermodal rail volume for November rose to the highest level on record, the Association of American Railroads reported. […]
Consumer Confidence Rises to Five-Month High
Consumer confidence rose to the highest level in five months, according to the Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan consumer sentiment index released Dec. 6. […]
Trucking Adds 8,400 Jobs; U.S. Unemployment Hits 5-Year Low
The U.S. unemployment rate was 7% in November, the lowest rate in five years, as the trucking industry and the economy as a whole added jobs, the Labor Department reported Dec. 6. […]
FedEx Ground Sets 4.9% Rate Increase for 2014
FedEx Ground will raise its 2014 rates by an average 4.9%, the company announced Dec. 5. […]
FleetCor Announces Two Acquisitions
FleetCor Technologies Inc., a Norcross, Ga.-based provider of fuel cards and workforce payment systems, said it acquired NexTraq, a provider of fleet telematics services, from private equity firm Francisco Partners. […]
DEF Prices Stable in November
North American prices for diesel exhaust fluid changed little in November, with the U.S. price increasing and the Canadian price dipping, said the Dec. 5 issue of DEF Tracker. […]
Safety Technology Could Transform Trucking, Tech Leaders Say
IRVING, Texas - New developments in active safety technology have the potential to dramatically transform the trucking industry, perhaps even culminating someday in driverless trucks, technology leaders told fleet executives here at a meeting organized by American Trucking Associations. […]
Ingram Micro Buys Shipwire to Expand e-Commerce Services
Ingram Micro Inc., a wholesale distributor of electronics and mobile phones, said it will expand its supply chain services after purchasing Shipwire Inc., a global company that ships products ordered online. […]
CNG Prices Decline, DOE Says
U.S. retail compressed natural gas prices dropped to their lowest level since July 2012, the Department of Energy reported Dec. 5. […]
Nafta Trade Grew Again in 2012
North American merchandise trade continued to grow in 2012, with trucks moving a majority of it, the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics said Dec. 5. […]

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Hunka hunka burning rubber: It's NASCAR-style burnouts in Vegas
As part of the 'NASCAR Victory Lap' during Champion's Week activities in Sin City, all 13 drivers from the 2013 Chase for the Sprint Cup hit Las Vegas Boulevard to put on an epic smoke show. […]
Spotlight on 'Six-Time': Johnson ready for official coronation
Jimmie Johnson is about to be formally crowned Sprint Cup Series champion for the sixth time in eight years -- but that's not all that's going down tonight at the series' annual awards banquet in Sin City. […]
Ready to lead? Newman in new role with move to RCR
Throughout his Sprint Cup career, Flyin' Ryan has never been forced to take a position of leadership within a team. That all changes next year at Richard Childress Racing, Jeff Hammond writes. […]
Wasting away in Viva Las Vegas? JJ and friends having a little fun
Jimmie Johnson is NOT drunk here. However, that doesn't stop the six-time Sprint Cup champ and cohorts on the No. 48 team from recreating some scenes from the 2009 blockbuster 'The Hangover.' […]
Living in the moment: Chad Knaus not concerned about legacy
The man responsible for guiding JJ to six Sprint Cup titles brushes off comparisons to legendary crew chief Dale Inman, and says now is not the time for lengthy reflection on his own accomplishments. […]
Surprise, surprise: Stewart caught off guard, humbled by award
Tony Stewart, who is poised to return to racing in February at Daytona, was honored Thursday for his contributions to racing with the National Motorsports Press Association Myers Brothers Award. […]
Brian France: We're working 'all the time' on improving the racing
The NASCAR chairman and CEO took time out during Champion's Week to address a number of hot-button issues, including the sanctioning body's ongoing pursuit of 'closer, tighter competition.' […]
Junior Most Popular Driver for record-breaking 11th straight year
Dale Earnhardt Jr. has won NASCAR's NMPA Most Popular Driver Award once again, breaking a tie with Bill Elliott for the longest streak. He moved within five of Elliott for the all-time lead of 16. […]
Texas-style shootout: NASCAR set for duel with F1 in Lone Star State
On Nov. 2, the Sprint Cup Series will compete at Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth while Formula One races three hours down the road in Austin -- and the Twitterverse is abuzz about it. […]
The return of the 3: A fan's dream or a move that could backfire
RCR is expected to announce soon that Austin Dillon will go full-time Sprint Cup racing next year -- in a No. 3 car. What do supporters of the late Dale Earnhardt Sr. think? NASCAR Race Hub investigates. […]

TattooNOW: Inked Life Tour
-- Inked Up World Tour Wrap Party and Group Exhibition ?Opening reception: December 7, 2013 9-11pm Known Gallery? 441 N. Fairfax Avenue?Los Angeles, CA 90036? www.knowngallery.com -- The Keep A Breast Foundation announces an exclusive art show in conjunction with Rockstar Energy Drink and Sullen Art Collective to come together to celebrate the closing of The […]
TattooNOWtv: Nate Beavers interview clip - TattooNOW TV
Nate Beavers recently skyped into Off the Map LIVE. He talks about how he loves tattooing in a variety of styles, how skull tattoos are never tiring, the current state of tattooing (Nate has been tattooing for nearly 20 years), thoughts on the reality tattoo TV shows, and more. […]
TattooNOW: New Custom Website: Dark Horse Tattoo
We recently completed this custom website for Dark Horse Tattoos which is located in Stafford, VA. The studio was founded by tattoo artist Cat and their piercer Steve. Cat founded her studio in 2008 although she has been involved in the community for almost 20 years. You can learn more about her and her staff on their biography page. Our team worked with Cat […]
Iron Rose Tattoos: We did it!
We did it! We survived Black Friday unscathed! Here's to hoping you all did as well! We CANNOT wait to hear what awesome ideas you guys have for using up those gift certificates! We're also getting ready to gear up for our annual Iron Rose Tattoos Christmas Event. We've got lots up our sleeve this year so keep an eye out! So very much to be ex […]
David Mushaney Tattoos: Inked Hearts Tattoo Expo
I am stoked to be attending the 5th Annual Inked Hearts Tattoo Expo this year in Blue Lake, California with Liz Cook and Wes Brown from Rebel Muse! This convention will be held on February 14th-16th, 2014. I have a few spots open for this show - Message me through the contact section on here or email me directly at DavidMushaney@yahoo.com for appointment inf […]
Empire State Studios: travels
February 5-9 : Eridanos, Cambridge MA (guestspot) June 20-22 : Empire State Tattoo Expo, Westchester NY August 15-17 : Hell City, Arizona […]
Deft Ink : Best Tattoo Shop in Upper Michigan
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Dark Water Tattoos: Congrats to Jose Perez Jr. for his 5 page feature in Inked Magazine
Be sure to check out the January 2014 issue of Inked Magazine for a 5 page feature on Jose Perez Jr. […]
Prodigy Tattoo: December Deals!!!!
I want to start by thanking all my clients for following me to the new location. I'm really grateful for everyone that makes this all possible for me. DECEMBER PROMO I will be doing another huge session deal the week before Christmas this year. I will do 25 hours of work (worth $3125) for $2,000 plus tax. The deal is that the work must be all completed […]
Frank Sanchez: setting appoitments
the best way to set up appoitments is to stop by Rebel Muse any tuesday through saturday after 3 in case I havent had a chance to answer emails about your tattoos. thank you […]

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