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Driving the new Volvo VNR
The design of the all-new Volvo VNR was heavily inspired by driver feedback
In support of the glider
My purchase of a glider kit is getting closer. I have a buyer for the truck I want to replace with the glider, and hopefully by the time you read this I will be putting the first of many miles…
Pack performance
The results of last fall’s cooperative platooning trials are in
Getting up to speed
DTNA boss Roger Nielsen welcomes challenges of new role
Laying rubber
Truck tires are compared for fuel savings in this year’s Energotest
Trucking: The industry that gives
It’s summer time, and that means it’s the season of truck shows, convoys, and fundraising barbecues. It also means trucking is front and center when it comes to raising money for worthwhile causes. I’ve been blown away by the effort…
Trailer production climbed in May: ACT Research
COLUMBUS, Ind. – Trailer production increased 12% in May, thanks to two additional build days and strong orders. The production rate was up 2% year-over-year, according to ACT Research. “The majority of the May increase resulted from two more days…
Daimler expands parts distribution network
PORTLAND, Ore. – Daimler Trucks North America announced yesterday that it will be adding two new parts distribution centers to its network – one in Grimes, Iowa and one in Whitestown, Indiana. “Our customers drive the best product on the road…
Is our world a little cuckoo?
I am of the belief that we are living in a world of movie sequels, or better put — sometimes it seems that the future of our world is being determined by the theatrical ambitions of our political leaders. When…
Edge Transportation – Truck West
Armada Transport- Truck West
Class 8 truck production hits 18-month high: ACT
COLUMBUS, Ind. – North American Class 8 truck production hit an 18-month high in May, thanks to strong orders through the first quarter. A rising build rate resulting from those orders drove up Class 8 orders. “Annualized, May’s production rate…
MTA and Volvo Trucks Canada name provincial Driver of the Year
WINNIPEG, Man. – Ronald J. Rodych of Gordon Food Service has been named the 2017 Manitoba Trucking Association (MTA)/Volvo Trucks Canada’s Driver of the Year. Rodych has been a driver with Gordon Food Service for more than 28 years, and…
Truck tonnage jumps in May: ATA
ARLINGTON, Va. — American Trucking Associations’ advanced seasonally adjusted (SA) For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index increased 6.5% in May, after a 1.5% decline during April. In May, the index equaled 144.1 (2000=100), up from 135.3 in April. Compared to May 2016, the…
TransCore’s Canadian freight volumes impress in May
TORONTO, Ont. — TransCore Link Logistics Canadian and cross-border loads were impressive according to the data. Loads performed well in May with volumes also increasing significantly. Year-over-year, freight volumes jumped 31% compared to May 2016. Load volumes in May 2017 were…
CTA calls on members to complete NAFTA survey
TORONTO, Ont. — The Government of Canada has announced the opening of consultations on the modernization of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). The government is seeking views from Canadian interests on cross-border trade harmonization, policies in need of clarification…
Seven fleets to participate in Run on Less demonstration
ATLANTA, Ga. – Seven U.S. fleets have signed on to participate in the North American Council for Freight Efficiency’s (NACFE) first Run on Less demonstration. Each fleet is contributing a fuel-efficient truck and driver to be tracked for a three-week…
Rotary Lift reveals new method for heavy-duty inground lifts
MADISON, Ind. – Rotary Lift announced that it has developed a patent-pending installation method for heavy-duty inground lifts that reduces installation time, can improve environmental protection, and makes it possible to install the lifts in areas that were previously unavailable due…
MPI puts brakes on its driver training program
WINNIPEG, Man. – Manitobans looking to have Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) cover their tuition for the Entry Level Professional Truck Driver Training Program will soon reach a dead end, as the program will conclude June 30. Manitoba Trucking Association (MTA)…
Huayi Tire Canada names eastern region sales manager
MARKHAM, Ont. – Huayi Tire Canada (HTC), distributor of Double Coin tires and associated brands, has named Robert Vetter its new east region fleet sales manager. Vetter brings nearly 50 years of tire industry experience to the role, the company…

Cooper Tire's Roadmaster Brand Celebrates 10th Anniversary
Findlay, Ohio-based Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its Roadmaster tire, the company announced in a press release during the week of June 19.
Pilot Diesel Fuel Rebate Scam Trial Set for Halloween
Chattanooga, Tenn., has tentatively been set as the location of an upcoming trial of former Pilot Flying J executives accused in a scheme to rip off unsophisticated trucking companies of promised diesel fuel rebates, court records show.
FedEx to Open Distribution Center in Ohio
FedEx Corp. will open a distribution center outside South Dayton, Ohio, "in a couple weeks," a company spokesman confirmed with Transport Topics on June 23.
Freightliner Cascadia Model to Feature Truck-Lite Mirrors, Signals
Three Truck-Lite Co. parts have achieved standard position on the Freightliner Cascadia Class 8 truck from Daimler Trucks North America, according to the component manufacturer.
Freightliner Cascadia Model to Feature Truck-Lite Mirrors, Signals
Three Truck-Lite Co. parts have achieved standard position on the Freightliner Cascadia Class 8 truck from Daimler Trucks North America, according to the component manufacturer.
Designers of Wave Piston Win 2017 Volvo Group Technology Award
Volvo Group awarded its 2017 Volvo Technology Award to the two engineers whose piston design added "waves" to the piston crown to improve the use of oxygen, thereby increasing fuel efficiency and reducing particulate matter in its heavy-duty engines.
EFS Launches Its Largest Discount Fuel Network
Payment solutions provider EFS launched its largest fleet savings network to give smaller over-the-road fleets a competitive edge by providing access to fuel discounts and other savings they don't typically have access to.
Hyundai Translead Offers Air Disc Brake From Bendix Spicer
Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake's ADB22X-LT air disc brake now is offered by trailer maker Hyundai Translead.
Marmon-Herrington Unveils New Heavy-Duty Axles
Marmon-Herrington, a unit of Berkshire-Hathaway, released new Sisu brand axles, including a 90,000-pound tandem axle set and 136,000-pound tridem axle set intended for heavy-duty truck applications within the North American market, the company said.
Omnitracs Launches Big Rig Buddies 2017
Omnitracs, a global management solutions provider for transportation and logistics companies, has announced the launch of Big Rig Buddies 2017 for truck drivers and their dogs.
Schneider Responds to Industry Demand With New Phoenix Facility
A new Schneider facility opened June 22, in Phoenix. A truckload, intermodal and logistics provider, Schneider's investment indicates its response to "industry demand by significantly investing in this growing region," according to a press release.

Results and highlights from the exciting fights on the UFC Fight Night: Chiesa vs. Lee main card
Three finishes highlighted the UFC Oklahoma City main card
Michael Chiesa rips referee Mario Yamasaki: 'He should never officiate ever again'
Michael Chiesa was livid about the end of his fight with Kevin Lee
Lions midweekers to play last match against Hurricanes
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) The British and Irish Lions' final midweek match against Super Rugby champions the Hurricanes on Tuesday may become a footnote to the team's New Zealand tour or may weigh heavily in the balance when the success or failure of the tour is determined.
Kevin Lee, Tony Ferguson get into heated war of words during post-fight interview
Lee and Ferguson got into a brutal verbal exchange after the main event
Reds visit St. Louis for makeup game (Jun 26, 2017)
ST. LOUIS -- Most people who follow the St. Louis Cardinals believe that Randal Grichuk is getting his last serious opportunity to prove he can be an everyday player over the long haul.
Sounders draw with Timbers 2-2 in Cascadia Cup rivalry match (Jun 25, 2017)
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) Clint Dempsey scored in stoppage time and the Seattle Sounders pulled into a 2-2 draw with the rival Portland Timbers in a Cascadia Cup match on Sunday night.
Fighters react to Kevin Lee’s submission win over Michael Chiesa
Kevin Lee put on a show in Oklahoma City but it wasn’t without controversy
Dempsey, Sounders draw with Timbers in Cascadia Cup rivalry match
Clint Dempsey scored in stoppage time to earn the Seattle Sounders a 2-2 draw with the neighboring rival the Portland Timbers in a Cascadia Cup match on Sunday night.
Giants, Rockies both aim to turn things around (Jun 26, 2017)
SAN FRANCISCO -- The Colorado Rockies will attempt to follow in the successful footsteps of the New York Mets when they begin a three-game series against the San Francisco Giants on Monday night at AT&T Park.
Angels, Dodgers set for L.A. showdown (Jun 26, 2017)
LOS ANGELES -- The Monday interleague Los Angeles showdown between the Angels and Dodgers presents a story both short and long.

Off the Map Tattoo: ITALY NEWS: Bentornato REALISMO: a Maggio Claudia Ferrarini e Gabriel Tenneson!
Bentornato Realismo! In maggio il nostro studio Off The Map Tattoo di Cervignano del Friuli (Udine) ospiter 2 straordinari artisti che possono tatuare qualsiasi cosa, ma che si concentrano primariamente sullo stile realistico, spesso disegnato da loro stessi a mano libera! Claudia Ferrarini - Primordial Pain https://www.facebook.com/claudia.ferrarini.7: 12-15 maggio Gabriel Tenneson - Transformation Gallery amp; […]
Off the Map Tattoo: New England News: Artist Spotlight - Tim Senecal
ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: TIM SENECAL Tim Senecal has been tattooing since 2001, and has been here at Off The Map in Easthampton for about 9 years. Tim is a pun-ny and magical unicorn and likes to tattoo subject matter in the same vein. He favors big, bold humorous subject matter (zebras building a Lego prison, Garden […]
Off the Map Tattoo: New England News: Artist Spotlight - Ryan Muldoon
ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: RYAN MULDOON Ryan was born and raised in the backwoods of New York City to be a simple hobbit fisherman. While living there he found a love of all things weird and a serious passion for making art. He began his tattooing career at a small shop in Queens in 2011. As a […]
Off the Map Tattoo: New England News: Artist Spotlight - Oleg Turyanskiy
ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: OLEG TURYANSKIY Oleg hails from Moscow, Russia. He has been with us in Easthampton for a about 1.5 years now, and has been tattooing for 16+ years. Oleg is a purveyor and creator of Fancy Art. He prefers to tattoo twisted fairytale characters, fantasy work, portraits, and traditional Japanese. Oleg is also a […]
Off the Map Tattoo: ITALY NEWS: Mirco is Dead Campioni torna tra noi! Affrettatevi per un tattoo da paura!
Dal 27 al 29 Aprile il nostro studio Off The Map Tattoo di Cervignano del Friuli (UD) avr il piacere di riospitare il grande artista (pittore, tatuatore, scultore, body painter) MIRCO CAMPIONI http://www.mircocampioni.it/ Se volete un tauaggio da paura, contattateci! +39 366 3877171 ; italy@offthemaptattoo.com
Off the Map Tattoo: New England News: Artist Spotlight - Maximilian Rothert
ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: MAXIMILIAN ROTHERT Maximilian Rothert comes to us by way of Connecticut, but also holds a German citizenship (and frequently travels to Germany for work and family). He studied fine art at the Art Institute of Boston and loves art, travel, fancy bread, and animals. Max prefers to work in black and grey and […]
Off the Map Tattoo: New England News: Artist Spotlight - Matt Driscoll
ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: MATT DRISCOLL Matt Driscoll hails from sunny California (or so he says) and has been tattooing for a dozen or so of his Earthly years. Matt finds relaxation and inspiration in fishing, the telling of bad puns, nature, skateboarding, and hanging with his dog. He really loves to tattoo dinosaurs and biomechanical subject […]
Off the Map Tattoo: New England News: Artist Spotlight - Mark Tousignant
ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: MARK TOUSIGNANT Mark has been tattooing for over a decade, and has been here with us in Easthampton for about a year. Mark loves doing bold illustrative color pieces. He enjoys taking influences from nature and throwing his own twisted spin on it. He also enjoys tattooing realistic birds, animals, and bugs. His […]
Off the Map Tattoo: New England News: Artist Spotlight - Kellsey Mull
ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: KELLSEY MULL Kellsey Mull is one of our full-time artists at Off The Map Easthampton. She is lover of cats, unicorns, and all things sparkly. Kellsey claims to be from Connecticut, though we suspect she may be hiding an other-worldly past. She likes crystals and magic and graphic medical photos. Kellsey has had […]
Off the Map Tattoo: New England News: Artist Spotlight - Josh Suchoza
ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: JOSH SUCHOZA Josh started tattooing in 2006, after receiving his Bachelors of Fine Arts from Robert Morris University. Josh came to us from Pittsburgh (home of the famed Mr. Rogers as well) nearly 2 years ago. He#39;s never been abducted by aliens, however he is open to the possibility. He prefers blending styles […]

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