Phil MadsenBusinessThe beauty and power of a goalSince I decided to write a book, long put-off tasks are suddenly getting done.April 2, 2012BusinessThese truckers were paid tourists todayIt took some doing, but we figured out how to park the truck in Sacramento where we could enjoy a day of tourist fun.April 1, 2012BusinessMaking tourist plansWe are online today researching Sacramto’s tourist attractions and plan a trip into town tomorrow.March 31, 2012BusinessNewbies: Could you survive events like these?We have had a dry spell but are OK. Financial reserves are important.March 30, 2012BusinessZombies!The reefer dealer that was scheduled to fix our truck blew the chance to do this job.March 29, 2012BusinessScheduling repairs, passing timeOur reefer needs a new alternator. The repair is scheduled.March 28, 2012BusinessProtect yourself against shippers who cancel loadsAfter waiting all day to pick up a load, it canceled. Are we screwed?March 27, 2012BusinessUgly today: pay to park, canceled loadSecurity told us to pay to park, then a load canceled later in the day.March 26, 2012BusinessDeveloping a spreadsheet for expeditersOur spectacular scenic drive continued today. I worked on spreadsheets when we parked for the night.March 25, 2012BusinessNew friends and a scenic driveWe met new friends today and enjoyed a wonderful drive down U.S. 395 in California.March 24, 2012Previous PagePage 5 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 SponsorGarmin Dash Cams - Powerful & Discreet - Capture every detail with Garmin Clarity HDR optics, premium HD, and wide 140 degree view.
