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TRUCKING WITH TOM: EPISODE 18: Stuck in Buda, Texas

March 4, 2014BlogBuda, Buda Texas, Business, Farm to Market Road 1626, Texa, Transportation and Logistics, truck, United StatesTomWiles

TRUCKING WITH TOM: EPISODE 18: Stuck in Buda, Texas

Mental health matters
In any given week, 500,000 employed Canadians are unable to work due to a mental health issue. Depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mental health conditions are increasingly responsible for disability claims and account for more than $6 billion in lost…
Paris Truck Convoy raises $75,000
PARIS, Ont. – In its 14th edition, the Paris Truck Convoy for Special Olympics raised a whopping $75,000. The event, that saw 72 big rigs roll down Highway 401 on September 15, is one of the longest standing fundraisers of…
Trailcon names new senior v.p. and general manager
TORONTO, Ont. — Trailcon announced today that Jerry Brown will assume the role of senior vice-president and general manager, effective October 1, 2018. Alan Boughton, president and co-founder said: “I am delighted to welcome Jerry to the senior management team as…
Farmers flock to Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show
WOODSTOCK, Ont. – It was an epic three days for farmers in southern Ontario September 11-13. Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show – the premier outdoor agricultural showcase – took place those dates at Canada’s Outdoor Park in Woodstock Ontario. The show…
Jost International names new director of aftermarket business development
GRAND HAVEN, Mich. — Jost International has promoted Mike Jones to the new position of director of aftermarket business development. The population of Jost fifth wheels in North America is rapidly approaching 700,000 units. As the number of vehicles with Jost…
Caesar Transport celebrates 35th anniversary
BRAMPTON, Ont. — Caesar Transport is celebrating 35 years in business. The business, headquartered in Brampton, specializes in LTL and FTL deliveries across the GTA and surrounding areas. “This year marks our 35th year in business,” said Roger Caesar, owner…
Missed opportunities
During initial contact with a new client, I usually start by looking for the low hanging fruit, the quick fixes that involve little investment other than some amount of time and can have a big positive impact, fast. Here are…
Brake Safety Week begins
GREENBELT, Md. – Roadside enforcement teams across North America are placing a particular focus on stopping power today as the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance launches Brake Safety Week, running from Sept. 16-22. Inspectors will largely be conducting the 37-step Level…
Ridewell unveils short track axles
Ridewell Suspensions has released a new series of short track axles that can easily be configured with automatic tire inflation systems. This shorter series axle comes with a .75-inch wall thickness and track widths between 28 and 42 inches. The…
P600 options unveiled
Meritor’s P600 planetary axles are now available with optional five-planet wheel-ends and can now be configured for use with central tire inflation systems. The optional five-planet wheel ends allow a 20% higher gross combined axle weight rating (GCWR) when compared…
Ep 6 | Class 8 Truck Sales
Arnold Bros. Transport – Truck West
Seafood Express
Equipment Express
Diesel Group System
First-ever Recruitment & Resources Expo set for this Saturday
TORONTO, Ont. — The inaugural Recruitment & Resources Expo is coming to the International Centre this Saturday, September 15. The show, aimed at addressing the industry’s significant workforce shortage, is taking place from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. There are…
Volvo reveals fully electric, autonomous future transport solution
DUBLIN, Va. — Volvo Trucks has unveiled today that it is developing a line of autonomous electric commercial vehicles that it says can contribute to more efficient, safer and cleaner transportation. According to Volvo, the long-term goal is to offer…
How will 3D printing affect the supply chain?
And why is UPS investing in it?
Bison receives Ovation Award for use of maintenance technology
HOUSTON, Texas – Bison Transport was recognized with a 2018 in.sight Ovation Award for how the Winnipeg-based carrier has leveraged the TMT Fleet Maintenance program. Trimble handed out several Ovation Awards during the PeopleNet in.sight User Conference in Houston this…
Flexible disc for aluminum work
Those who need to work with heat-sensitive metals such as aluminum and other non-ferrous alloys now have access to the Enduo-Flex ALU flap disc for aluminum blending and finishing. Offered through Walter Surface Technologies, the discs are free of iron,…

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