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Accuride retains Specialty Sales & Marketing
EVANSVILLE, Ind. – In order to cater to its growing Canadian Market, Accuride announced today that it has retained the services of Specialty Sales and Marketing (SS&M). This retention will allow Accuride to access SS&M’s large network of sales representatives.…
Truck researcher disproves a productivity report that attempts to ‘smear our industry’
ARLINGTON, Va. –Today, a leading transportation researcher exposed the truth of a misleading truck productivity report. “It has been demonstrated to a reasonable certainty the crash analysis suffered from numerous fatal errors. Trucks are misclassified,” said Daniel Blower, an associate…
Truckload freight costs dips slightly: CGFI
TORONTO, Ont. – The total cost of ground transportation for Canadian shipping dipped slightly (1.2%) in May according to the Canadian General Freight Index, that was published today. The Base Rate Index also decreased by 1% when compared to April’s…
Trucking invests $7.5 billion a year in safety: ATA to Congress
Washington, D.C. – The American Trucking Associations (ATA) told Congress today that the trucking industry invests more than $7.5 billion every year in preventing crashes on US highways. “The trucking industry places safety at the top of its priority list,”…
Fleet Sentiment Survey confirms tightening capacity at truck fleets
COLUMBUS, OH – Conducted in July by CK Commercial Vehicle Research (CKCVR), the Q3 2014 Fleet Sentiment Report survey validates the tightening shipping capacity at truck fleets. Those who took the survey indicated in their responses regarding a fleet’s capacity…
Ryder offers promotion on refrigerated truck warranty
MIAMI, Fla. – Announced today, Ryder System is launching its “Keep It Cool” promotion though the United States and Canada. The promotion begins on September, and offers a free one-year warranty on qualified refrigerated trucks. The warranty covers both the…
Anne Ferro of FMCSA resigns
ARLINGTON, Va. – Announced late last week, Anne Ferro, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) administrator resigned her post. The American Trucking Associations president and CEO, Bill Graves said: “In her time with FMCSA, Administrator Ferro was a passionate…
Navistar launches used truck reconditioning program
LISLE, Ill. — Navistar today introduced a new reconditioning program for used trucks, which includes a thorough inspection and two-year warranty. The company says its new Diamond Renewed program offers the best used truck value in the industry. Trucks bought…
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…
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…

Daimler Trucks North America's Vocational Truck Sales Rise
YOUNTVILLE, Calif. - Daimler Trucks North America said it is reaping returns in sales of heavy- and medium-duty vocational trucks based on the investments and planning that started during the depths of the recession.
Saia Reports Second-Quarter Income Rises Slightly
Less-than-truckload carrier Saia Inc. reported second-quarter income increased slightly from a year ago, but operating income declined.
Economy Grows in Second Quarter as Consumer Spending Rises
Gains in consumer spending and business investment helped the U.S. economy rebound more than forecast in the second quarter following a slump in the prior three months that was smaller than previously estimated.
MAN's Truck-Unit Profit Increases
MAN SE's truck and bus unit's operating profit for the first half of the year rose from a year ago, though sales declined in Latin America, the company announced July 30.
UPS' 2Q Profit Improves, Excluding Pension Charge
UPS Inc.'s second-quarter profit improved 4.5% to $1.12 billion, excluding a one-time pension charge, driven by revenue growth in all of its shipping segments.
XPO Logistics Trims 2Q Loss, Plans Acquisition
XPO Logistics said it narrowed its second-quarter loss and announced an agreement to acquire New Breed Holding Co. for about $615 million.
FMCSA Chief Anne Ferro Defends Agency's HOS Rule
Outgoing Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration head Anne Ferro defended her agency's regulations limiting the amount of time drivers are allowed to work, during what probably was her last appearance before Congress as the agency's chief.
C.H. Robinson's Income Rises 6%
C.H. Robinson Worldwide Inc. said net income in the second quarter increased 6% to $118.6 million, or 80 cents per share, from $112 million, or 70 cents per share.
BNSF Presents One-Person-Crew Plan to Union
A controversial BNSF Railway Co. labor contract proposal that would eventually cut some crews to one person from two is being outlined to union members this month ahead of a ratification vote.
Wabash's Second-Quarter Income Rises
Trailer maker Wabash National Corp. reported its second-quarter net income increased as trailer demand exceeded expectations.
Paccar's 2Q Income Rises 9%
Paccar Inc., which makes Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks, reported second-quarter earnings rose 9% on higher truck sales.

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1849 Can You Do The Twist?

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1848 Is Your Existence Meaningless?

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1847 Spinning Gravity From An Axis Point

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1846 What Is Light?

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1845 Where Does Mass Come From?

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1842 Something From Nothing? Not A Chance

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Indy officials seek new ways to attract fans
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) Indianapolis Motor Speedway president Doug Boles keeps looking for ways to fill seats. […]
Was it unprofessional for Roush to reveal Edwards' status at Indy?
One of the biggest news items to come out of the Brickyard 400 was the announcement from Roush Fenway Racing that driver Carl Edwards will not be driving for the organization in 2015.
Bump 'n' Run: Kenny Wallace joins to talk Denny, Carl, Indy and more
Bump 'n' Run: Veteran driver and FOX Sports television analyst Kenny Wallace joins FOX staffers Jared Turner and Joe Menzer to debate the hottest topics in NASCAR.
NASCAR will not allow Chase-eligible teams to participate in Homestead tire test
NASCAR will not allow championship-eligible drivers to participate in a Goodyear tire test at Homestead-Miami Speedway.
NASCAR docks Hamlin 75 points, suspends crew chief six races
Joe Gibbs Racing's stellar 2-3-4 finish in Sunday's Brickyard 400 now has a huge asterisk, as NASCAR has levied a major penalty against third-place finisher Denny Hamlin and the No. 11 team.
NASCAR suspends Hamlin crew chief Grubb 6 races
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) NASCAR suspended Denny Hamlin's crew chief and car chief on Tuesday for six races because the Joe Gibbs Racing entry failed inspection following his third-place finish at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. […]
Bobby Labonte's 1932 custom roadster crossing Barrett-Jackson block
Whenever you go a Barrett-Jackson auction there's always a NASCAR connection and this year's Reno event is no exception.
Who's best right now at Hendrick? Hint: It's not Junior or Jimmie
Jeff Gordon and the No. 24 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series are leading the way now at Hendrick Motorsports, writes Jeff Hammond.
What are Larry Mac's top five NASCAR tracks ... and why?
With all the talk of the prestige of a win at the Brickyard 400, Larry McReynolds weighs in on his favorite five tracks to win at.
Chase drivers can't attend Homestead tire test
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) NASCAR will not allow championship-eligible drivers to participate in a Goodyear tire test at Homestead-Miami Speedway.

TattooNOW: Check out this interview with Damon Conklin, Markus Lenhard, Adrian Dominic and more!
First up is Markus Lenhard from outside Berlin Germany. He talks about how to put large scale tattoo clients at ease, what types of art and reference inspires him, how he learned to tattoo, and people of walmart among other things. Damon Conklin took a break from hosting the Seattle Tattoo Convention to beam in! He talks about the stress of running conventio […]
Jessica Weichers Tattoos: Seed of Life Opening!!
Hello everyone!! I am very happy to announce that all of the city inspections and licensing has now been completed!! I will be opening the shop this Friday, August 1!!! We will be open 11am-7pm, our normal hours. Feel free to swing by and say hello, check out portfolios and talk with the new artist in town!! Normal business hours are Tues-Sat, 11am-7pm. I wi […]
Frank Ready Tattoos: Shapes On Shapes
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Cat Tattoo: New Tattoos by Terry Mayo
Cat Tattoo Owner Terry Mayo has released new photos of in-progress as well as completed tattoo projects. Take a look at his portfolio. […]
Sorin Gabor Tattoos: Soringabor.com is up bio organic, bio mech, skulls, flowers contact me!
Very excited to have a website thanks to TattooNOW and Off the Map tattoo in Easthampton, MA. I will be posting info on my guest spots and travel plans as well as tattoos, artwork, and art for sale. If you are interested in getting work by me or artwork, contact me here. I am at Eclectic Tattoo in Northridgeville OH and would love to do bio-organic, bio-mech […]
Depiction Tattoo Gallery: CowTown Tattoo Expo
Depiction Tattoo Gallery will be attending the CowTown Invitational Tattoo Expo in Ft. Worth, October 3rd - 5th! Flyers and promotional cards available in shop! Bring with you a non-perishable food item and get $5 OFF admission. -or- Stop by the shop and pick up a card to receive the promo-code to get $5 OFF online admission. For more information visit our e […]
The Gallery Of Tattoo: Dermal Tattoo!!
DermalTa2!!!!! New service!!!! Fatti un tattoo con all#39;interno un microdermal, e il microdermal lo pagherai scontato del 50%!!!! Chiama in negozio : per ulteriori info […]
Lucky Bamboo Tattoo: 7 year anniversary and summer BBQ
Join us for our anniversary BBQ on Sat 8/16 from 6:00-9:00pm. We will have food, drinks, games, music, raffles, and lots of fun! Facebook event page here […]
Tattoo Education: Just Added to our On-Demand Catalog: Russ Abbott!
We are excited about the new Video On Demand part of our catalog, where we are offering cutting-edge educational material for professional tattooists through the TattooNOW secure server. As we get this into full swing we#39;ll be adding new courses to the catalog often. Today we#39;re announcing the addition of two courses by Russ Abbott, who has become reno […]
Off the Map Tattoo: Northwest News: Henrik Grysbjerg Next Week
Off the Map Tattoo Northwest is excited to welcome Henrik Grysbjerg to Oregon. Henrik will be our guest from August 4-10. This will be Henrik#39;s first guest spot with us. Don#39;t miss your opportunity to be tattooed by an amazing international guest artist. […]

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