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Fontaine Fifth Wheel Group introduces new company, Fontaine Coupling Solutions
TRUSSVILLE, Ala. – The Fontaine Fifth Wheel Group has announced today that it is expanding and introducing a new company – Fontaine Coupling Solutions. The new company will be focusing on the terminal tractor market and will be led by…
Yokohama Tire moves its western region distribution centre
FULLERTON, Cali. – Yokohama Tire Corporation announced today that it will be moving its western distribution centre currently located in Fullerton, California to Chino, California, about 22 miles away. The new location is located at 16388 Fern Avenue and was…
Date set for NATMI/KRTS driver trainer course
CALEDONIA, Ont. – KRTS has announced the date of the next North American Transportation Management Institute (NATMI) certified driver trainer course program. The course will be held this September 10 and 11 at the KRTS facility in Caledonia, Ont. The…
Truxpo 2014
McLeod Software
Arnold Bros Transport
Wildwood Transport
Kindersley 2
Kindersley 1
Premium Custom Polishing
GE Lighting
GE Lighting
GE Lighting
ATA Truck Tonnage Index decreased in June
Arlington, Va. — American Trucking Associations’ truck tonnage index went down by 0.8% in June. The index equaled 128.9 compared to 129.6 in May. The all-time high for the index was seen last November when it was 131.0. In comparison…
Transcourt Leasing
Sheehans Truck Centre
Freightliner Trucks
Trison Tarps
Tankmart International
Shell Canada Products Ltd
Morgans Diesel Truck Parts

June Trailer Orders Jump 44%
New trailer orders jumped 44% in June from a year ago as high demand for new equipment continued into the summer, ACT Research reported.
Ryder's Second-Quarter Net Income Rises
Ryder System said its second-quarter earnings rose from a year ago, as its fleet management and supply chain units revenue increased.
Knight's 2Q Income Rises 36%
Knight Transportation's second-quarter earnings rose 36% to $25.8 million, or 31 cents per share on higher demand.
Allison's Second-Quarter Earnings Rise
Allison Transmission Holdings reported its second-quarter net income increased on continued recovery of the North American on- and off-highway markets.
Norfolk Southern's 2Q Profit Rises 21%
Norfolk Southern Corp. said its second-quarter profit increased 21% and revenue rose 9%.
Daimler's Revenue Rises in 2Q, Income Drops
German truck and auto maker Daimler AG reported a 6% increase in second-quarter revenue, but net profit declined after a large gain last year from the sale of its stake in Airbus's parent company.
Canadian Railroads' Second-Quarter Earnings Rise
Canada's two major freight railroads reported higher second-quarter earnings from a year ago, recovering from challenging winter conditions last quarter.
Landstar's Second Quarter Income Rises
Landstar System reported its second-quarter net income rose to $35.9 million, or 80 cents per share, from $30.4 million, or 66 cents, a year ago.
Rush's Second-Quarter Income Rises as Truck Sales Jump 74%
Truck-dealer chain Rush Enterprises Inc.'s net income increased in the second quarter, and Class 8 sales jumped 74%.
Forward Air's Net Income Rises 24%
Forward Air Corp. increased net income to $17.2 million, Inc., a 24% improvement, helped by primarily increased freight volume.
Asset Tracking Provider I.D. Systems Hires Ellis as COO
I.D. Systems Inc., which sells the VeriWise brand of asset-tracking products, said it has appointed former Omnitracs executive Norm Ellis as its chief operating officer.

American Heartbreak…

I just posted another video, this time driving from near downtown Dallas, Texas east on I-30 set to American Heartbreak — Rotten Apple. Here’s the link to the video:

http://m.podshow.com/media/1166/episodes/39491/videovoom-39491-11-29-2006.m4v

Tandem Stoppers…

I’m in the process of reviewing a product called “Tandem Stoppers.” Here’s their YouTube demo video:

New Video…

I just put up a new video of driving on I-35 in Dallas, Texas set to Lacuna Coil — The Secret from www.podsafemusicnetwork.com. Here’s the direct link to the file:

http://m.podshow.com/media/1166/episodes/32353/videovoom-32353-10-20-2006.m4v

Sunrise North of Fort Worth…

Having odd sleeping hours can have its benefits. This is a sunrise I snapped this morning rising over the Pilot truck stop north of Fort Worth, Texas.

Update From Fort Worth, Texas…

I dropped and hooked trailers early this Thursday morning here at Fort Worth, Texas. I am reloading here at Fort Worth at 8:00 AM Friday morning.

Unfortunately I woke up with a headache, likely because I messed up my sleeping patterns a bit too much last night. I hate it when that happns! Hopefully I [...]

Hillary Care Is Back…

Now that the Democrats have won back control of Congress, the liberal nature of Hillary Clinton just can’t help itself. She still wants to nationalize health care in the U.S.

She’s baaaak…

Senior YouTube Video…

I found these series of videos on YouTube that are pretty amazing. This guy’s wife comes on later and says that her husband has died and sparked a whole series of new responses.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xVuPlf4XJig&mode=related&search

Wake-Up Calls Now Inevitible…

I think it’s probably just a matter of time before we have more 911-like “wake-up calls.” The liberals are taking control at a time of the best economy ever, the lowest unemployment ever, and no terrorist attacks on our own soil since 911. It won’t unravel instantly, but we are at the top of the [...]

Miss Ellie’s Podcast…

My Mom has dubbed herself Miss Ellie in her latest episode:

http://m.podshow.com/media/2888/episodes/35877/rvidiots-35877-11-08-2006.mp3

Hillary Not Photogenic?…

Hillary Clinton just doesn’t seem to be very photogenic…

Darrell Wallace Jr. wins Mudsummer Classic
ROSSBURG, Ohio (AP) Darrell Wallace Jr. won the Mudsummer Classic on Wednesday night on the dirt at Eldora Speedway for his second Camping World Truck Series victory of the year. […]
Bubba time: Darrell Wallace Jr. captures riveting Eldora truck race
Darrell Wallace Jr. holds off Kyle Larson in a fantastic finish on the dirt at Eldora Speedway. It is Wallace's second win of the season and the third of his career.
Old school: Everybody at Eldora knows Norm's name
NASCAR Trucks: With a race team comprised of volunteers and trucks from his own 2-car garage at home, Norm Benning delivered one of the moments of the night last year at Eldora.
Troops entertain Junior, Rahal
EDINBURGH, Ind. (AP) Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Graham Rahal are used to occasional fireworks when drivers get upset at the track. […]
It's official: Erik Jones to start from Truck Series pole at Eldora
Erik Jones credited with winning the pole in unique single-truck qualifying setup for tonight's Camping World Truck Series race at Tony Stewart's Eldora Speedway in Rossburg, Ohio.
Love hurts: Dale Earnhardt Jr. gives dating advice on Twitter
If you're a NASCAR fan and you need dating advice, Dale Earnhardt Jr. is here to help.
Welcome to the dirty side: Trucks return to Eldora
NASCAR Camping World Truck Series drivers hit the dirt track at Eldora Speedway on Wednesday in Rossburg, Ohio.
Why has Tony Stewart invested so much in Eldora?
Tony Stewart recounts all of the events that led up to his ownership of Eldora Speedway and the creation of the Mudsummer Classic.
DW on dirt: Remembering Waltrip's wild ride with Tony Stewart
NASCAR on FOX's Darrell Waltrip is a living legend who's seen it all. But in 2012, DW got in the passenger seat of Tony Stewart's Modified dirt late model at Eldora Speedway for the ride of his life.
Pressure's on: Ex-college athletes audition for Hendrick pit crew
Coy Wire and Kaitlyn Vincie visit Hendrick Motorsports, where ex-college athletes get the chance to show their talents and fight for a potential spot on a Hendrick Motorsports pit crew.

Jessica Weichers Tattoos: St. Louis Old School Tattoo Convention Nov 14-16, 2014
I am happy to announce I will be working this year at the St. Louis Old School Tattoo Convention!!! I am honored to be in the Neotat booth this year, the company who sponsors me. I am honored to be working with great artists such as Josh Woods, Jason Stephan, Monte Agee, Dee Dee Seruga and Conan Lea!! We all will be having a blast in the booth! come on down […]
TattooNOWtv: Advertise on Off the Map LIVE!
Get your product in front of the right people! Advertise on Off the Map LIVE! […]
Plush Gallery Tattoo inc.: Voted Best
Plush Gallery Tattoo was voted the Best Gallery in Dunedin, Florida we are honored to be the people#39;s choice among our local community. Thank you all for your continued support we love our town! Coming soon some new custom art for sale and T-shirts. We will keep you up to date on their release. Thank you for browsing my portfolio online also check our FB […]
Frank Ready Tattoos: Time Flies
Time flies when you#39;re having fun, and getting tattooed by Frank is always a hoot. This tattoo was done in one shot on one tough client who was willing to sit start to finish. Clocks have been popular subjects for tattoos recently, and picking a meaningful time is always a fun way to personalize the tattoo in a discreet way. Sometimes it#39;s client choic […]
Painted Soul Tattoo: Last Rites Tattoo Theatre
Starting September of 2014 (this year) Megan Jean will be working at Last Rites in New York City one week per month! If you are interested in getting tattooed while she is there email us with your ideas, and where on your body you would like to get tattooed and Tonie will get back to you as soon as possible! (: PAINTEDSOULTATTOOS@GMAIL.COM […]
TattooNOWtv: Off the Map LIVE! July 20th
Here#39;s the whole show from last Sunday. We talked with Jime Litwallk and Craig Foster about their upcoming Snactoos book, and we check in with in-house guest Joe King […]
Off the Map Tattoo: New England News: August: Part Deux!
Ok you#39;ve waited long enough people of the internet! The next lineup of August artist is as follows! First up, from August 13th through the 17th, John Sundara! Next in line August 18th through the 23rd, Dave Koenig! (He tattoos severed hands, no biggie) August 20th to the 22nd (wow 2 days?!?! He must not like us) Jeff Barnard! Aubrey is coming back! Give […]
Max Rothert at Off the Map Tattoo: Filagree and Flourishes
Max#39;s love for filagree is no secret and we loved how he incorporated it into his contribution to Pint Sized Painting Volume 2. Which by the way, will be on display at Off the Map Tattoo October 25! We are thrilled Max#39;s piece was chosen to be in the art show and the book in progress! He further embellished these ornamental pieces by using gold leaving […]
Phil Robertson: summer 2014
Lots of things are in the works this summer and fall. I am working at Reserve Tattoo in downtown cleveland now. It#39;s a beautiful appointment only studio and I share the building with Frank#39;s Chop Shop. Its located at 668 prospect ave in downtown Cleveland. Also I will be attending the Mighty Hell City tattoo convention in Arizona this august. Email me […]
Art Junkies Tattoo Studio: Hell City AZ 2014
Hell City AZ is around the corner, Aug. 15,16,17. This year at the convention Mike DeMasi, Mario Rosenau, Ryan Mullins, and Gary Dunn will be attending. They are starting to book appointments, so if you would like to book a appointment give us a call at the shop 760-947-5538 or email us @ artjunkiescalendar@gmail.com www.artjunkiestattoos.com […]

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