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We were pleasantly surprised lately when we fueled at a Wilco and Sapp Brothers at the discount we received. Both places had substantial discounts when we looked on line at the price we actually paid. I do not know how you could call ahead to check the discounted cost of fuel so I will...

We have been up north and fall is in the air and as much as I hate to do it I ordered our slush busters. Hard to believe once again it is time to be thinking of the windshield icing over but we will be prepared: Here is the site if you are new to slush busters or if you are ready to order...

We spent a couple days a CAT shop the beginning of this week having our injector cups and o-rings replaced. We were in Clearfield PA and right across the street was a rails to trails hike that was 10.5 miles long. The weather was perfect and the trail is great for biking and walking. I...

2010 engine test fleets weigh in This is a really good article on the 2010 engines that fleets have been testing.

A new Forum!!! If you have any suggestions or places you have visited with your truck or your van please give details for the new forum. The Daytrippers Guide is located with the Layover Lounge. I have moved a few of the posts I remembered that have good directions on how to get into and...

Original Post by Ateam Valley Forge National Historical Park Free truck parking, free admission, free shuttle rides to the park's attractions, 30 miles of walking trails, bike rentals and five miles of bike trails, a museum, a historically-significant site -- all can...

Original post by Layoutshooter San Antonio+Straight Trucks We have ENJOYED our weekend in San Antonio! It is a real challenge for a straight truck be we managed. HERE is what we learned: If you chose to find a motel close...

Original post by Ateam Visiting the Biltmore House in Ashville, NC Diane and I met relatives who live in the area and visited the Biltmore House in Ashville, NC yesterday. Admission is $45 each and...

Original Post by Ihamner South Dakota Campground We are so thrilled to finally find a campground that welcomes us in the truck! It is near Rapid City, SD and the campground is the TeePee. It is a...

We have stopped at Black Barts - Steakhouse Saloon & Musical Revue when we are able for the past ten years. The food is pretty good, the service is awesome, and the entertainment is fun. The restaurant is located right across the street from Little America Truck Stop in Flagstaff in the RV...

I find myself often arguing with the driver side of myself and then the owner side of myself has to step in and add reason or cost analysis. My driver side often gets the I wants such as a new truck with all the bells and whistles including a table. The driver side wants automatic tire chains...

Hey what workshops would you like to attend at the Expedite Expo in 2010? Would you like to more workshops on the industry such as CARB or even the changes in the 2010 engines. What about the new Diesel Exhaust Fluids (DEF). What about a workshop with a DOT officer discussing scales and...

I had several people taste test this recipe at the Expo and everyone approved so here it is: Fruit Salad with Yogurt Dressing 2 Gala Apples 2 Kiwi’s 2 Bananas Bunch of seedless grapes split 1 med can of pineapple tidbits drained save juice Raspberries to taste Blueberries to...

For those of you who met Henry Albert here is the link to his blog On the Road with Henry Albert He was pretty impressed with all the drivers he met at the Expo. He felt as if the Expo was one of the most positive trucks shows he has ever attended.

We tried a new idea at the Expo this year with different announcements during the day to have an immediate meeting of EO Forum Members at the EO Booth. We had a lot of fun with this idea and I hope Lawrence will post a few pictures. At our last gathering we even had Jeff Jenson in attendance...

Special “ATRI on the Air” Show Assesses Truck-Only Lanes XM Radio Show Guests Include IN/DOT and MO/DOT Project Managers Arlington, VA – On July 23rd, ATRI will be co-hosting a live 2-hour edition of its “ATRI on the Air” XM Radio Show which will discuss and assess the impacts and issues...

9 days till the Expo starts and we are counting down the days to the best event of the year for Expediters. We are looking forward to seeing friends we have not seen for a year and making some new friends.

Slice of trucker life O/O will be at the Expo this year! Slice of Trucker Life Henry Albert will be attending the Expo with his Cascadia and he will be available to talk about the truck or trucking on Friday and Saturday. Henry has been driving for 26 years and was recognized by Overdrive...

We have a Expo geared towards our way of making a living once a year. During this event we have access to vendors who specialize in Expediting and we have access to many colleagues. How can we afford to miss out on this during these hard times? The Expo is very seldom truck stop talk or who...

We were lucky enough to be able to spend an evening and morning with the Hamner's last week. It was so awesome to have the four of us sitting at their table and be comfortable. We had a lot of fun visiting and sharing ideas and things we have all been doing to help us get down the road...