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Confidence lackluster, but factories humming

Tuesday’s report on consumer confidence was a bit sour, even though the index was up a tad. “Overall, consumers remain apprehensive about the future,” said an official with The Conference Board Consumer Research Center, which manages the survey. But, hey, that’s just a survey of how people feel. A report this morning shows that manufacturing, […]

September 1, 2010

Business

Aug. 27: Partners in Business

You won’t find a better two-hour presentation about running an owner-operator business than the Partners in Business seminar by Overdrive and ATBS, sponsored by Freightliner Trucks and Schneider National.

August 19, 2010

Business

Driver helps man survive heart attack

Michael Taylor, a driver for FTC Transportation, has been named a Truckload Carriers Association Highway Angel.

July 19, 2010

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July 22: Health and Your CDL

Truckers News’ Fit for the Road program that looks at how health regulations are changing.

July 8, 2010

Channel 19

Dentistry: latest in driving distractions

It’s been texting for a couple years now, after it was CBs and Qualcomm units and cell phones, and now DOT is reportedly eyeing other in-cab distractions for potential regulation beginning later this year. Then there was that rash of ugly outcomes after haulers either choked on or were otherwise distracted by food — oh a-and […]

July 7, 2010

Business

Good guy gone bad?

Dear Carolyn, I am described by most of my friends and family as a “good guy.” I go to church, volunteer in my community and am a loyal, faithful husband. I’m the first one to help a friend move or just listen to a family member’s problem. My kids look up to me and my […]

June 10, 2010

Business

June 18: Partners in Business

It’s tough to run a successful owner-operator business. Overdrive’s Partners in Business seminar at the Great West Truck Show, sponsored by Freightliner Trucks and Schneider National, provides training to make it work.

June 10, 2010

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Paper products leading factory growth

The latest news from manufacturers, reporting a strong May, backs up reports that freight is growing. Manufacturing expanded in May for the 10th consecutive month, and the overall economy grew for the 13th consecutive month, according to the supply executives polled for the Institute for Supply Management’s Report On Business. “Employment continues to grow as […]

June 2, 2010

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CSA 2010 – your bittersweet change agent

I’ve yet to speak to anyone in trucking who’s overjoyed about Comprehensive Safety Analysis 2010. After all, a much more meticulous safety mindset will be required to avoid getting caught on the radar of this huge data-crunching machine when it cranks up in December.             Some carriers in CSA 2010 test states have been to […]

May 27, 2010

Business

I-25 in Denver to be closed

Both directions of I-25 near Alameda Avenue in Denver will be closed May 23-27.

May 23, 2010

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A shortage of drivers — and quality

I’ve been hearing since at least March that many carriers are once again scrounging for drivers. This means a return to business as usual in terms of a driver shortage, only this time it could more severe than normal. The reasons by now are well-known. The economy has been bouncing back. Imminent safety-related regulations — notably […]

May 14, 2010

Business

Bridgestone to raise more prices

Bridgestone Bandag Tire Solutions will increase prices on its Firestone and Dayton brand, truck and bus radial tires up to 6 percent June 1 in the United States. Bandag retread material prices increased up to 6 percent May 1.

May 7, 2010