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Manitoba golf tournament raises big bucks for sick children
WINNIPEG, Man. – At the eighth annual Manitoba Truckers Going The Distance golf tournament, the province’s trucking community raised more than $30,000 for the Children’s Wish Foundation. The event was hosted by Beaver Truck Centre and as put on to…
Crossing the finish line early: The trucking industry walks 25,000 miles in just 23 days
TORONTO, Ont. – It only took 23 and a half days, but they did it. Over 300 participants from more than 30 teams across the US and Canada walked around the world in the month of July and they did…
TransForce to take over Contrans in mega-merger (Updated with Analysts’ Reactions)
MONTREAL, Que. — Canada’s largest trucking firm, TransForce, has made a friendly, board-approved takeover bid for Contrans, another of Canada’s largest, publicly traded trucking firms. The proposed deal was for $14.60 per share, totaling an equity purchase price of about $495 million.…
Michael ‘Pinball’ Clemons named keynote speaker at Truxpo
ABBOTSFORD, BC – This year’s Truxpo show will be graced with the presence of an authentic Canadian celebrity. Announced today, Michael “Pinball” Clemons, a former all-star running back, Grey Cup winning coach and president, CEO and vice-chair of the Toronto…
Trailcon Leasing looking to grow
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — An executive hire made by Trailcon Leasing in April is paying dividends, the company announced. Transportation industry specialist Paul Merryweather was named Trailcon’s vice-president, service and operations in the spring. “Paul arrived at just the right time,”…
Shippers should expect higher trucking rates: FTR
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Shippers should expect to pay more for freight transportation services through the remainder of the year, according to the latest FTR Shippers Conditions Index. FTR reported its SCI for May remained basically unchanged, with a reading of…
Tips on managing retreaded tires
Shredded truck tires, or ‘road gators’ spotted along the highway are usually the result of poor maintenance and carelessness, not retreading, according to a major Latin American retreader and several tire organizations, including the US-based Tire Retread and Repair Information…
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Use reputable retreaders to ensure performance and reliability are not compromised.
Schneider expanding bulk intermodal service with additional capacity, service into Canada
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Schneider has announced the expansion of its bulk intermodal segment, including new reaches into Canada and Mexico. The company says its bulk intermodal trailer service has seen load volumes increase 75% in the first six months…
Schneider Bulk Intermodal
Schneider says it is expanding its bulk intermodal business.
Trailer orders strong through first half of 2014
COLUMBUS, Ind. — North American trailer orders were up 45% through the first half of 2014 compared to last year. Orders dropped 1% in June to 22,000 units, but were still 42% ahead of last June. Year-to-date orders are 156,000…
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…
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Full Text of Anne Ferro's Letter to FMCSA Colleagues
Here is the full text of FMCSA Administrator Anne Ferro's e-mail to her colleagues on July 25, announcing her resignation.
FMCSA's Anne Ferro Stepping Down in August
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration chief Anne Ferro will step down from her post next month, Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx announced July 25.
TransForce to Acquire Contrans Group
TransForce Inc. said it will buy fellow Canadian carrier Contrans Group Inc. for about C$495 million.
Dana's Second-Quarter Earnings Decline
Dana Holding Corp.'s second-quarter earnings declined on weaker demand in South America and India.
Wabco 2Q Income Declines; Sales Rise
Belgium-based Wabco Holdings Inc. said second-quarter net income declined from a year ago, but sales and operating income improved.
Truck Border Crossings Rise to 10.8 Million in 2013
Commercial truck crossings into the United States from Mexico and Canada increased 1.1% to 10.8 million in 2013, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Swift Transportation Net Dips 19%
Swift Transportation Co. said net income slipped 19% to $40.2 million, hurt by weaker profit margins at its dedicated and refrigerated units.
Intermodal Rail Traffic Rises 5.6% for Week
U.S. rail intermodal traffic increased 5.6% in the week ended July 19 compared with the same week last year, the Association of American Railroads reported.
Orders for U.S. Capital Goods Rose After Revised May Drop
Orders for U.S. business equipment rose in June following a revised drop the prior month, indicating corporate investment remains stop-and-go and could hold back economic growth.
Universal 2Q Income Slips to $13.6 Million
Universal Truckload Services Inc. reported second-quarter net income declined to $13.6 million, or 45 cents per share, compared with $14.2 million, or 47 cents per share, a year ago.
Nancy Bailey, Longtime Editor At Transport Topics, Dies at 68
Nancy Coe Bailey, a longtime editor for Transport Topics Publishing Group, died July 4 after an extended illness. She was 68.

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Menard doesn't mince words: 'Our focus right now is the Chase'
Paul Menard still has fond memories of his only career Sprint Cup win at the Brickyard in 2011. But right now he's playing the points game to make sure he gets in the Chase for the Sprint.
Smoke alarm: Old Tony Stewart could be back at the Brickyard
Jeff Hammond writes that Tony Stewart's return to sprint cars has given him a renewed sense of confidence that could pay dividends this weekend at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Contender or pretender? Montoya claims to have 'good shot' at Indy
Making what is now a rare NASCAR Sprint Cup start for Team Penske, Juan Pablo Montoya was among the fastest in Friday practice and claims he has a legitimate shot at his first stock-car win on an oval.
Riding high at home: Native Hoosier Newman looking for Indy repeat
Ryan Newman posted one of the biggest victories of his career last year, shortly after learning he would not be returning to Stewart-Haas Racing. Now driving for Richard Childress Racing, he hopes to repeat.
Montoya back at Indy intent on winning for Penske
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) Juan Pablo Montoya is back at Indianapolis Motor Speedway - one night only, an encore of sorts, in a guest-starring role for Team Penske. […]
NASCAR drivers want changes on the schedule
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) NASCAR Chairman Brian France says nothing drastic will be done to next year's schedule. […]
Busch trades Double for Single attempt at Indy
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) Kurt Busch is slacking at Indy. He's only entered in one race, scheduled to drive just 400 miles, and has no reason for a mad dash to the helicopter to catch a ride to another track. […]
Richard Petty: NASCAR should be helping teams
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) Richard Petty said Friday the newly formed Race Team Alliance was necessary because NASCAR hasn't done enough to help team owners slash costs.
Ambrose dodges questions about future in NASCAR
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) Marcos Ambrose on Friday declined to discuss a report that he's considering returning to Australia to run the V8 Supercar Series for Roger Penske. […]
Return to track after Indy 500 means more to Kurt Busch now
Kurt Busch gained the respect of Indy fans with his solid run in the Indianapolis 500 in May. Now he wants to show them what he can do in a stock car.

Chris Saint Clark.com: 7th Annual Rock N Rodz Recap
Kustom Thrills Tattoo held their 7th annual Rock N Rodz event on June 22, 2014 complete with incredible cars and music by The Psycho Devilles and Picture Yes!. There was a fantastic turn out that included Phil Kaufman. "He was the original Rolling Stones tour manager," said Chris, "The "who the fuck is" shirt was (originally) worn by […]
Jeff Johnson Tattoo: Seattle Tattoo Convention
I will be attending the Seattle Tattoo Convention August 15-16-17. I will be tattooing and also have prints for sale.Email for appointment info- johnsonjeff@mac.com […]
Frank Sanchez: Dark Age Tattoo
I wanna invite anybody in Dallas and the whole DFW interested in booking appointments for black and grey tattoos, portraits, color realism or any custom tattooing to stop by our shop Dark Age Tattoo 124 W Oak St Denton, Tx 76201, we"ll do the best to take care of you and make sure youre satisfied with the art you put on your body, stop by soon and check […]
TattooNOW: Guy Aitchison and Russ Abbot will be teaming up!
October 22nd and 23rd Russ Abbott and Guy Aitchison will be at Off The Map Tattoo NE. These two amazing artists will be working together on a unique project which will be streamed for free the first day! The second day will be an professional artist only event through our webinar system. Tickets are on sale leading up to the event so we recommend getting one […]
Bart Andrews Tattoos, St. Augustine, FL: Unity Tattoo Coming Soon!
I would like to start out by saying THANK YOU to my loyal clients throughout the years. It has been my pleasure getting to know and work with you. I feel privliged to have had the opportunity to remain in Jacksonville and have my artwork literally travel the world on the people who wear it. With this being said, it has been time to close that chapter and mov […]
Pepper Tattoos, St. Augustine, FL: Unity Tattoo Coming Soon!
I would like to say a big THANK YOU to all of my clients who have been ever so loyal and patient with me throughout the years. Despite my traveling, many have followed me to various locations throughout the years and I am ecstatic to announce that I will finally be at ONE location!! My wonderful fiancee and I are opening our own studio and are hopeful to be […]
Frank Ready Tattoos: Friends Drawing Friends
It#39;s a good rule of thumb that friends should let friends drink and draw. And even better if friends draw each other! This fun illustration is of repeat guest artist and friend of the shop, Josh Suchoza. If nothing else we know Frank has a future in caricature#39;s! This exaggerated style is fun in drawings, but also tattoos! Frank would love to tattoo a […]
Chris Saint Clark.com: Steadfast Brand T-Shirt Sneak Peak!
Chris Saint Clark has designed a t-shirt for Steadfast Brand called "Killing Time." Here is a sneak peak at the new design. Available soon at Steadfast.com! […]
Bart Andrews Tattoos, St. Augustine, FL: Tattooed Vagabond Article!
I had the pleasure of doing an interview with Beau Carson of Tattooed Vagabond! His questions are really in depth and the article is extremely informative. I had a good time answering all that he had asked and am extremely pleased with the work he has done. Definitely check this out at www.tattooedvagabond.com.Thanks Beau! […]
Lucky Bamboo Tattoo: Pioneer Day
Happy Pioneer Day Utah!! We are open today, come see us. […]

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