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Not sure how much of that food would be good for a microwave or the old manifold cooking methods. Rob

No no the elusive backhaul does exist!! I know I've been seeing some lately! A customer of ours was supposed to have them but we saw very few. Now that freight rates have gone upwards (and fsc) we are now seeing these backhauls every week. They don't pay well but do cover fuel plus for the...

I don't know how many do or would have a back up plan for the slowdown. Most experienced expeditors and couriers weather the slowdowns and continue on. It's their business savy and skills on the job that keep them for the most part profitable and able to continue on. The thinning of the...

Sure about that 4000lb part? That means they would have to restrict vans and pickup trucks as a half ton p/u is rated 6600lbs and a full size gm van is rated near 8900lbs (3500). That would cause a problem for a lot of people. Rob

There are several of these things out there available. The claims of way better fuel economy are really a bit on the high side as most users don't see anything over 10% but there are several different ones out there. One of our drivers has one and his increase in fuel economy was only a few...

There is a white out and heavy snowfall warning for the areas east of Windsor to the Woodstock area. So the 401 corridor will be fun to drive. Worse snowfall is expected today and tomorrow along the east side of Lake Huron with 18-22" of snowfall expected and of course snow streamers off the...

2 of he best snows out there are the Blizzak w965 and the Nokian Hakkapaletta LT. Both come in 10 ply. The blizzak around here was around $220 each and the nokian was just under $200. I wish they make the nokian wr in LT sizes and load capacity but not so, as it is an all weather with snow...

In response to OVMs question. The euro and asian ops are quite independant units with separate management teams free from most of GMs influence. Some will probably be sold off and others will (if gm folds) become independant. GM just sold off it's ownership in Suzuki but still has interest in...

While an online service might be nice they are also the targets of hackers. So hopefully a decent protection system goes along with the service. I utilize cds or dvds and a fireproof safe rated for over 2400 deg and it is placed in an area where fire does the least damage. Yes a bit of...

In europe the transit was available with an uprated suspension and components but they probably did not bring it in configured that way. They have a 10 passenger version in england so the load capacity has to be higher than 1500lbs given average adult and luggage. Well maybe not as europeans...

So many today do not understand or appreciate the sacrifice of past generations. I've walked the killing fields and visited the cemeteries in Europe. There are so many that gave up their lives for us to have the life we do now. Thanks on their behalf. Rob

Thhat's why there are so many white haired guys in this business, it's a retirement job!! Well now I know! Read and read and if you still want then look into the vehicle level you'd feel most comfy with. Right now vans have it tough but I've found this does seem to vary a little from...

There are a lot of guys turning down calls and then complaining. I know a fela that turned down a shorty run and sat. the guy who took his run not only did that call but followed up with another 3 short hauls and in 2.75 hrs made $200. know of others as well but so many do not want to do the...

Stick in what you like that has features you want. All auto stereos are built to take some pounding of the bouncing along the road. I like the mute buttom on my oem unit but have had trouble finding an aftermarket that has a similar position mute. Shop for deals. Rob

One thing you must remember is that dhl took over the mayne nicholas operations in north america (otherwise known as Loomis in some areas). The union (or some of it) came with that take over. Yes their operations did at one time include independant operations for hubs as I operated out of one...

First time this fall in southern Ontario we will see freezing temps tonite after a rain fall. Expect the bridges to freeze over and other exposed areas. Mostly it'll be the wind chill making it below freezing. So becareful and watch for black ice. Rob

Nice prices we can now get diesel for $3.66/US gal and gas for $3.17/US gal. in Mississauga Dixie & 401. Rob

Insuring for full replacement value would cost a lot around here. While a good idea it does mean higher costs in a down market. If I had to replace the bigger buggie I would definitely go with more inside space. Yes it would cost more but I tink it would possibly workout better in the long...

I think we may see more of this type of taxation as well as more toll roads. The way local governments think we are making money drving through their town so why not get something from us. Can't tax gasoline as the locals buy that (like no truckers live there) but of course they aren't buying...

Is there money in driving a cargo van?? Not like there used to be. There are currently overall in the industry too many cargo vans for the amount of freight available or shall we say the amount of freight the companies are being called to haul. I've been lucky in finding a smaller carrier...