Phil MadsenBusinessManaging stress while marooned without freightProactive stress management became necessary today as we spent another day without freight.May 16, 2012BusinessSkunked in ChicagoWe moved to Chicago this morning to improve our freight prospects but got skunked.May 15, 2012BusinessPackers, grilling and a few heirloomsThe freight brought us close to relatives today and we worked in a visit.May 14, 2012BusinessThe Avengers!Passing time in pleasant ways on an easy runMay 13, 2012BusinessWelcome to Intestine, PennsylvaniaWe did some tricky mountain driving today.May 12, 2012BusinessLive music at a freeway rest areaLive entertainment at a rest area was among today’s surprises.May 11, 2012BusinessExpanding our views to the deep undergroundDiane and I learned a bit about coal mining today by viewing the exhibits at a Pennsylvania rest area.May 10, 2012BusinessSecurity protocol: A stay-awake loadUsing time productively while waiting to deliver.May 9, 2012BusinessAre you ready for the next collapse?Europe is shaky and the January 1, 2013, U.S. fiscal cliff present bad possibilities for truckers. Are you ready? Diane and I hope to be.May 7, 2012BusinessHanging a new ceiling fanToday was a day around the house.May 6, 2012Page 1 of 11Next PageTop StoriesCSA's Data TrailToughest 10 states for brake violations as inspection blitz kicks offAnalysis of nationwide violation data shows the states where truckers might expect next week's brakes inspection event, CVSA's Brake Safety Week, to feature the most intense scrutiny on the truck and trailer's stopping power.BusinessHigh-dollar freight means high cost consideration: Heavy and oversize haulingCustom RigsHarlan Martin and 'Barney,' the purple 2023 Pete 389 with custom air ride, more modsRegulationsDOT calls out 'despicable' state failures on ELP, CDL rules after deadly crashFeatured SponsorJBL Live Beam 3 - True wireless noise-cancelling earbuds with stick-closed design and Smart Charging Case™