Vision, willpower and dedication were the key elements in creating not only a thriving business, but also a promising race team. For Barney Visser, founder of Furniture Row, one of the largest family-owned retail furniture operations in North America, and NASCAR race team owner of the No. 78 Furniture Row Racing car, merging two passions [...]
It’s been a long road from the dirt tracks of the 1940s to the modern superspeedways where drivers compete every Sunday. Luckily, as the speeds on the tracks have increased, safety has improved as well. We take a look into the history and explore everything from crashes to clothing to the cars themselves.
There’s nothing wrong with taking the easy way out, as long as everyone benefits. Fortunately for truck drivers, it seems like there are more and more helpful options for simplifying life on the road every day. We fill you in on the latest and greatest advances to help you prosper in today’s fast-paced society.
An NFL team encompassing values, tradition and hard work, the Pittsburgh Steelers embark this season on a mission to win their seventh championship. Travel through a Steelers’ education as we explore the team’s heritage, their players and staff and their quest for the ultimate NFL prize.
Since the introduction of Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel, many diesel owners are having difficulties with some of the current fuel supplies. As sulfur is gradually being phased out of diesel fuel, Northington Energy introduces a new product that is totally compliant with the laws to come.
Few would argue the amount of stress that goes along with hauling a refrigerated load. Northland Insurance offers guidelines for delivering your cargo just as the receiver ordered. If you drive a refer truck, these tips are a must-read for saving you time, money, and headaches.
September is Self Improvement Month. This would be a great time to look at your life and do some self-reflecting. Ask yourself, “What areas in my life could use a little improvement?” or “Do I need a complete rehaul?” This could be any aspect of your life, be it your health and lifestyle, your spiritual [...]
Road safety is certainly an issue that nobody should ignore nor cast aside. Current highway death tolls are staggering. While blame gets thrown in all directions, surely there are solutions that could address several of the problems. This month, our columnist Mike Howe (Page 54) discusses new safety standards being offered by the National Highway [...]
Not a goat, nor truly an antelope, the American pronghorn is native to our continent and is our fastest land mammal. Scientists suggest the pronghorn developed its superb speed (possibly as much as 70 mph) during prehistoric times to outrun predators such as the extinct American cheetah. Lewis and Clark mention pronghorns in their journals. [...]
When it comes to trucking, safety is a must. Almost every truck driver I have ever met has safety as a top priority, but did you know it is also the No. 1 issue that those outside of the trucking industry are concerned about? They aren’t concerned as to whether the trucks are clean, whether [...]
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