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Consolidated Fastfrate celebrates 50 years, shifts business strategy
WOODBRIDGE, Ont. – Consolidated Fastrate on Wednesday kicked off a series of coast-to-coast celebrations of its 50-year history and recognized the contributions of its longest-serving employees. All employees who have served for 20 years or longer will be recognized at…
New truck speed limiter adjusts to local speed limits
CALGARY, Alta. – Magtec Products and SpeedGuage are bringing to market an aftermarket truck speed limiter that adheres to local speed limits. SpeedGuage will serve as a reseller of the SafeSpeed service to the fleet telematics sector, the companies announced.…
CITT elects new Toronto-area executive council
TORONTO, Ont. – Duane Chiasson will once again serve as chairman of the Toronto Area Council of the Canadian Institute of Traffic and Transportation (CITT). He was elected to the position on Aug. 31 at the Council’s general meeting. Vice-chair…
Are you ready for ELDs?
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Attention US fleets and those Canadian fleets who operate on American soil: Are you prepared for the ELD mandate? With the US ELD mandate deadline coming in closer than many fleets are prepared for, PeopleNet took the…
Peterbilt Manitoba receives award of excellence
WINNIPEG, Man. – Peterbilt Manitoba’s Winnipeg location was awarded the Peterbilt 2016 Canada Region First Class Service Excellence Award. The award recognizes Peterbilt locations that provide the highest level of service in the company’s network, continuing its effort to provide…
Trucking HR Canada: Women in Trucking
About Trucking HR Canada Trucking HR Canada is an industry leader, spearheading collaboration among the stakeholders in the Canadian trucking industry to: Identify Human Resource issues, trends, opportunities and challenges Support the industry in recruiting and retaining the Human Resources…
PAID: The Rosedale Group
With more than 800 employees and 15 terminals in North America, The Rosedale Group offers one of the most proficient and diverse career environments in the today’s transportation industry. When you join Rosedale Transport Limited, you become part of a…
PAID: Challenger Motor Freight
Our diverse divisions offer our drivers a variety of work and lifestyles. Whether you’re looking for consistent daily runs and nightly home time, being on the road for weeks at a time, or anything in between, we have the right…
PAID: The Erb Group
Work With Us With over 1,200 employees across North America, the Erb Group of Companies is the employer of choice for talented people. We may be a big company, but we have not forgotten where we started, or that our…
PAID: International Truckload Services
“We are committed to Employment Equity and Diversity” Drivers ITS is always on the lookout for qualified company drivers and owner operators. We offer attractive compensation packages and an atmosphere where drivers are treated with the respect they deserve. Personnel…
Pressure Systems expands in face of growing demand
SAN ANTONIO, Texas – Pressure Systems International has moved to a larger facility to accommodate growing demand for the tire inflation company’s product. Now double the size, the new location allows the company to increase production of its automatic tire…
Driver costs now higher than fuel costs, says ATRI
ARLINGTON, Va. – The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) says due to lower fuel prices, the trucking industry’s operational costs declined in 2015. Releasing the findings from the 2016 update to ‘An Analysis of the Operational Costs of Trucking, the…
Communication is key when rolling out new technology says panel
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – When it comes to rolling out new technology within your fleet, communication is key, according to the experts. In a educational session, titled ‘Rollouts: How to Effectively Launch a New Product or Feature’ at this year’s in.sight…
Bendix offers its first specifically-engineered air disc brake for trailers
ELYRIA, Ohio – Bendix has released the ADB22X-LT air disc brake, the first the company specifically engineered for trailers, which is now available to the North American commercial vehicle market. Offering a robust, optimal braking solution for a wide range…
A glimpse into the future of last-mile delivery
Futuristic Mercedes van uses drones to complete deliveries
PacTrainer complimentary when national account customers lease new Kenworth or Peterbilt trucks
BELLEVUE, Wash. – National account customers who lease a new Kenworth or Peterbilt truck through PacLease will receive a complimentary one year service of the safety course program PacTrainer. Developed with J.J. Keller, PacTrainer offers customers more than 360 online…
OTA hopes solution found for excavation/aggregate hauling sector
TORONTO, Ont. – The province of Ontario has agreed to reissue moratoriums on axle weight penalties and restrict enforcement only to gross vehicle weights on a temporary basis, a move the Ontario Trucking Association (OTA) will help resolve the long-standing…
All-electric Fuso eCanter coming to North America
HANOVER, Germany – An electrically-powered Fuso eCanter is coming to the North American market in limited quantities next year, with a full launch slated for 2018. The soft launch in 2017 will focus on the US, Europe and Japan. Canada…
Ridewell to offer factory integrated air tank for RSS-233 suspensions
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Ridewell Suspensions announced it will offer a pre-plumbed, factory integrated air tank kit option for the self-steering RSS-233 8K, 10K and 13K suspension systems. The tank requires a connection to the primary air supply, regulated air supply…
Caravan first Canadian fleet to deploy BlackBerry Radar
WATERLOO, Ont. – Caravan Transportation Group is the first fleet to roll out BlackBerry’s Radar asset tracking system. BlackBerry Radar is billed as a “smart trailer” software and hardware platform that improves fleet utilization. It features an array of sensors…

FedEx Names Dave Bronczek to Newly Created Post of COO Starting 2018
FedEx Corp. named Dave Bronczek to the newly created post of chief operating officer and shifted the president's title to him from company founder Fred Smith.
Diesel Average Declines 0.7¢ to $2.382 a Gallon
The U.S. average retail price of diesel dipped 0.7 cent to $2.382 a gallon, according to the Department of Energy as oil prices hovered around $45.
Michelin to Build Automated Tire Distribution Complex in South Carolina
Michelin North America said it plans to spend $270 million to build a new distribution complex near Spartanburg, South Carolina, to handle tires for passenger vehicles, heavy trucks and agricultural equipment.
Maersk May Target Hanjin, Hyundai in New Acquisition Strategy
A.P. Moeller-Maersk A/S's container line, which this month ditched a strategy of building new vessels and will instead try to grow through acquisitions, is targeting South Korea's two biggest shipping firms, according to Jefferies International Ltd.
Ohio Town Grapples With Truck Parking Woes
When truck driver Grant Moser returns to Huber Heights, Ohio, in a few days after making his way back from California, he'll face a choice more complex than it might seem: Where to park?
Labor Dispute at Port of Portland Halts Container Traffic
A dispute between labor and the private third-party operator of the Port of Portland's container terminal needs to be resolved in federal court before the service is restored in Oregon.
Ontario Will Reissue Moratoriums on Axle Weight Penalties
Ontario, Canada's most populous province announced on Sept. 24 that it will reissue moratoriums on axle weight penalties and only enforce gross vehicle weight violations while a final agreement on those in the excavation/aggregate hauling sector is being negotiated.
Hyundai Merchant Said to Be Looking at Buying Hanjin Assets
Hyundai Merchant Marine Co., South Korea's second-largest container line, surged in Seoul trading after the company was said to be looking at some assets of troubled rival Hanjin Shipping Co. for a possible acquisition.
US Postal Service Picks Six Firms to Produce Prototype Delivery Vehicles
The U.S. Postal Service awarded contracts to six companies to produce prototype vehicles as part of a program to replace aging mail delivery trucks with vehicles that are better suited to carrying packages and that utilize alternative fuels.
Italian Truck Maker Debuts Natural Gas-Powered Concept Truck
Italian truck maker Iveco debuted its alternative fuel-powered concept truck that the company said anticipates the shift to autonomous driving and renewable energy.
Sales of New Homes Retreated in August From Nine-Year High
Purchases of new U.S. homes dropped in August after surging a month earlier to the fastest pace since 2007, representing a pause in momentum within residential real estate.

Hanging out at the casino.

My parents wanted to come to the local area casino. Since I don’t gamble I found a place to relax.

Finally Made It Home

Finally taking a few days off after being on the road for over a month.

Waiting For My Break To End

Waiting for my break to end here at Benton, Arkansas. Heading to Hot Springs to unload and hopefully then on home for time off.

Should Get Home Tomorrow

Unloading Tuesday morning in Hot Springs, Arkansas. After unloading I should get to head home for time off.

Hanging Out In Austin

Waiting for the next load to get loaded. Hoping to get home for time off perhaps tomorrow.

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This Chase could use more of Tony Stewart, but it might get less
Despite the three-time champion in trouble heading to Chase elimination race at Dover, fellow drivers have learned to never count him out.
Column: Tony Stewart on the ropes in final NASCAR Chase
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) Well, this isn't the way anyone wanted to see Tony Stewart end his career. The driver went into NASCAR's playoffs with a roar and is on the verge of exiting with a whimper.
Busch Beer's 3 Things: Loudon
Starting 19th, a late caution, and a key restart -- Here's 3 Things you need to know from Loudon. Brought to you by Busch Beer. @BuschBeer #3Things
Larry Mac: The No. 78 team of Martin Truex Jr. beat themselves
FOX Sports analyst and former crew chief Larry McReynolds says the No. 78 Furniture Row Racing team lost the only way it could Sunday at New Hampshire Motor Speedway.
Danica Patrick looks for small positives in season lacking big ones
The only woman driver in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series continues to look for improvement as her fourth full-time season winds down.
Kevin Harvick adds the latest to long list of career highlights
With Kevin Harvick winning Sunday's second race of the 2016 NASCAR Chase for the Sprint Cup, now is the perfect time to look back on some of his finest career accomplishments.
10 things we learned at the Magic Mile
Kevin Harvick won the Bad Boy Off Road 300 to gain an upper hand in the Chase for the Sprint Cup. But that wasn't all we learned during -- and after -- Sunday's race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway.
Kevin Harvick breaks down Chase win on 'NASCAR Victory Lane'
Kevin Harvick checks in with the 'NASCAR Victory Lane' crew after winning the Bad Boy Off Road 300 at Loudon.
NASCAR community mourns the loss of golf legend Arnold Palmer
'Arnie's Army' rode on the hood of Brian Vickers' car for two NASCAR Sprint Cup Series races earlier this season.
NASCAR: Updated Chase Standings Following New Hampshire
The first round of the 2016 NASCAR Chase is 2/3 over and only one race stands in the way of the Chase field going from 16 drivers down to 12.Sunday in New Hampshire Kevin Harvick punched his ticket into the second round of the NASCAR Chase after a late restart allowed him to get around […]

TattooNOW: Venetian Tattoo Gathering recap video is here!
Venetian Tattoo Gathering recap and DVD preview Venetian Tattoo Gathering After Party 2016 sponsored by Intenze
TattooNOW: Fireside Tats interview with Gabe Ripley from the Venetian Tattoo Gathering
From the Fireside Tats podcast channel : Founder/owner of Off the Map Tattoo and TattooNow.com; organizer of the Venetian Tattoo Gathering, Paradise Artist Retreat and Worldwide Tattoo Conference...we don#39;t know how he has time to sit down and chat for a bit, but luckily for us, he did! Enjoy the latest interview from Venice with […]
TattooNOW: New England News: Lake Tahoe, here we come!
Happy Thursday, tattoo fans! Is your dance card looking lackluster this weekend? Have you found yourself itching for a new tattoo? Do you just like to be immersed in tattoo related everything and surrounded by other collectors and artists? Well, you should check out the Tahoe Tattoo Show this weekend. Featuring artists such as (our […]
TattooNOW: TattooNOW Hiring
TECHNOLOGY PRODUCTION MANAGER - TATTOONOW The focus of this position is to support TattooNOW, technology department of Off the Map inc. The purpose of this position is to facilitate technology product delivery for TattooNOW, a division of Off the Map. The role manages the day to day technology that powers Off the Map and over […]
TattooNOW: Sullen Radio Responsive Site!
We#39;re so excited to announce our newest responsive website launch, this time for Joe Swanson at Sullen Radio! Joe wanted a site that could show off the podcast, his portfolio, link with his personal store, and promote his affiliates! Utilizing our new template designs, we built Joe a site that is both functional and stylish. […]
TattooNOW: Frank La Natra and Josh Suchoza LIVE tonight at 8PM EST
Join the next Off the Map LIVE webcast tonight June 5th at 8PM EST to catch Frank La Natra and Josh Suchoza being interviewed live. Youy can ask your own questions in the chat room. We will be giving away tickets to the Paradise Tattoo Gathering this October so make sure you tune in!
TattooNOW: Off the Map Studios: Now Hiring!
Off the Map Studios and TattooNOW in Easthampton, Massachusetts are seeking a talented, growth-hungry graphic designer to help out with a huge variety of projects. A Little More About Us: We own and operate 3 tattoo studios, one in Massachusetts, one in Oregon, and one in Italy, that all share the same brand. We also […]
TattooNOW: Disappearing Inc. Laser Removal: Now Hiring!
Disappearing inc., New Englandrsquo;s premier laser tattoo removal studio, is expanding and now seeking two Tattoo Removal Laser Technicians. We are a hip, tattoo friendly environment that is more like a high-end tattoo studio. Disappearing inc. currently has three locations in the Boston area (Boston, Braintree amp; Framingham) and has plans for growth. We are […]
TattooNOW: Unify Tattoo Company Now Live!
http://www.unifytattoofl.com Proudly owned by Pepper (@pepperspicy) and Bart Andrews (@bartandrews), and located in St. Augustine, FL, Unify Tattoo came to us looking for a custom studio site--and we were happy to help! These two very talented tattooers (capable of achieving a huge variety of styles between them!) are joined by Dan Berk (@danberktattoo), a skilled […]
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