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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…
retread tires
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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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…

FMCSA Sued Over Information in Driver Inspection Reports
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has "intentionally or willfully" improperly disseminated truck-driver inspection reports that contain references to violations not classified as "serious driver-related safety violations," according to a lawsuit filed by six independent owner-operator truck drivers.
US-Nafta Trade Up 5.4% in May
U.S.-Nafta trade in May increased 5.4% over the same period a year ago, aided by continued reliance on trucking, according to TransBorder Freight Data released today by the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Covenant's Net Income Rises to $3.8 Million
Covenant Transportation Group reported its second-quarter net income doubled to $3.8 million, or 25 cents per share, from $1.9 million, or 13 cents, a year ago.
Court Approves OOIDA-C.R. England Settlement
A Utah U.S. District Court judge has approved a settlement requiring motor carrier C.R. England to pay a class of independent-contractor truck drivers $3 million in damages and attorney fees for alleged "truth-in-leasing" violations.
Caterpillar's Profit Rises to $999 Million
Heavy-equipment maker Caterpillar Inc.'s second-quarter profit rose to $999 million, or $1.57 a share, from $960 million, or $1.45 a year ago, but sales declined.
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.
Union Pacific Net Income Rises 17%
Union Pacific Corp.'s second-quarter net income rose 17% to $1.29 billion, or $1.43 per share, continuing a trend of profit growth reported by other railroads.
Mullen's 2Q Income Dips
Canadian transportation firm Mullen Group said net income fell in the second quarter as the Canadian economy grew little.
Jobless Claims Decrease to Eight-Year Low
The number of Americans filing applications for unemployment benefits dropped last week to the lowest level in more than eight years.
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.

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Why he’s voting for McCain / Palin

EVIDENCE FOUND!!! Clinton administration’s “BANK AFFIRMATIVE ACTION” They forced banks to make BAD LOANS and ACORN and Obama’s tie to all of it!!!

Photos: Dale Earnhardt Jr. spends the day with the National Guard
NASCAR star Dale Earnhardt Jr. and IndyCar driver Graham Rahal spent Wednesday afternoon with the Indiana National Guard, trying their hand at some of the military hardware.
Best of the Brickyard, No. 2: Kissing the bricks
Our countdown of the five best NASCAR races at Indianapolis Motor Speedway continues with number two on the list, the 1996 Brickyard 400.
Larry Mac: Indianapolis Motor Speedway special from the start
Larry McReynolds was part of the initial NASCAR tire test at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in 1992, and has always thought of the Brickyard as one of the most special places in the entire sport.
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: Wallace Jr. captures riveting Eldora truck race (VIDEO)
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.

Frank Ready Tattoos: Friends Drawing Friends
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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 […]
Dark Water Tattoos: Meet our Artists
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TattooNOWtv: Advertise on Off the Map LIVE!
Get your product in front of the right people! Advertise on Off the Map LIVE! […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]

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