Transportation and the economy improving?

Positive Outlook for Trucking Industry Tempered by Rising Operating Expenses, Says GE Capital Survey

IRVING, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nearly three-quarters (71%) of trucking company executives surveyed by GE Capital, Transportation Finance expect business conditions to improve in 2011 but they are concerned about the impact of external and internal factors on their profit margins. The rising price of diesel, a nationwide shortage of drivers and the twin costs of complying with government regulations and maintaining their own aging fleets are all significant concerns.

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It was bound to happen

I have seen this coming down the pike for about a year now. Regulation after regulation is taking its toll on American Trucking companies including the Autohaulers. Simply put the economy will grind to a halt if regulation sends the costs of transporting goods skyrocketing.

In an industry like Automobiles the need to keep prices as a low as possible is paramount to success.

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This week Oregon Congressman Greg Walden is hearing some tough stories from truckers in Oregon. On a trip through his District, Walden spoke with the owner of a trucking company in southern Oregon who is forced to close because of the cost of fuel and mounting state and federal regulations. "Its was pretty depressing meeting if you want to know the truth in terms of federal regulations and the price of fuel are doing as we try to get this economy going again." Original Article

Senator Sends Letter Opposing Mexican Truck EOBR Program | Transport Topics Online | Trucking, Freight Transportation and Logistics News

From Transport Topics
3/23/2011

Sen. Mark Pryor (D-Ark.) sent a letter to Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood outlining his opposition to the U.S. proposal to buy electronic onboard recorders for Mexican trucks that will travel within the United States.

“I do not believe this concept is fair for U.S. carriers who are not eligible for such payments,” Pryor wrote in a letter dated Thursday.

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A Department of Transportation official said earlier this month that DOT will pay for EOBRs for Mexican trucks entering the United States under an agreement with Mexico. The program is meant to ensure drivers’ compliance with hours-of-service regulations while in the U.S.




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Jobless claims falling...

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From Transport Topics
4/7/2011

Initial jobless claims fell by 10,000 last week, the Labor Department reported Thursday.

New claims fell to 382,000 for the week ended Saturday, below economists’ forecasts of a drop to 385,000 from the originally reported 388,000 in the prior week, Bloomberg reported.

It was the lowest level since Feb. 26.

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Towing Part: 4 point tie down kit

Dont forget your height stick

Dont forget your height stick. Here is one of my favorites. A semi trying to squeeze through a tunnel that was probably designed for a horse and buggy (look at the old stone). I admire the bravado, but the cost of pulling out the measuring stick and realizing that you cant squeeze into the tunnel would have save you thousands of dollars and hours of teasing.

dont forget your height stick

This hole must have looked really really small from a distance. Thats the purpose of the height stick, to take away any chance you could be wrong

https://parts.ectts.com/index.php/height-stick.html

Towing electric cars may pose problems

By Auto123.com,

Tuesday, March 08, 2011

Mini Lightbar or Mini Beacon with 2 rotators

Canadians will soon be able to purchase electric vehicles yet many have already voiced their concerns about the availability of charging stations as well as the longevity and replacement cost

But what about towing? There is actually a very specific technique required to tow a stranded EV.

Most of these cars come with front-wheel drive. Logically, lifting the front axle should prevent any form of damage to the components, particularly the powertrain. However, towing companies don't use all the same equipment and techniques, and that's exactly the point that needs clarification.

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Don't Forget your Height Stick!

Don't Forget your Height Stick!    

                                                                                   Whether you are a trucker, heavy hauler, or car hauler

tunnels can be deceptive. 

This one was marked with the height in big digital letters, but having the height stick is a good reminder to watch for height signs

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