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OPERATION SAFE DRIVER WEEK: A NATIONWIDE INITIATIVE FOR SAFER ROADS

By Owen McGivern / July 29, 2024
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Every year, road safety takes center stage during Operation Safe Driver Week, an annual campaign aimed at reducing risky driving behaviors and promoting safe driving practices among commercial and passenger vehicle drivers across the USA, as well as, Canada, and Mexico.  This crucial initiative, spearheaded by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA), underscores the importance […]

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What is a Drop Deck Trailer?

By Owen McGivern / May 23, 2024
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The importance of trucking The trucking industry in the United States is a major part of the transportation industry. For decades, it has helped move the economy by hauling products, machinery, and equipment from production facilities to stores and consumers. Trucks, including the drop deck trailer, have delivered the most essential supplies to all communities […]

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Truck Safety and CVSA Roadcheck

By Owen McGivern / May 9, 2024
Truck Safety and CVSA Roadcheck

Truck safety is not only important for your well-being as a truck driver, but you can also impact the health of other drivers on the road. Your safety on the road directly impacts other motorists and your bottom line. Since this is the case, driving safely and cautiously is especially important, especially when hauling larger […]

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Unveiling Powerful Trucking Industry Trends in 2024

By Owen McGivern / March 28, 2024
Unveiling Powerful Trucking Industry Trends in 2024

2023 felt like it flew by; in the world of flatbed trucking, there were a lot of changes and challenges that companies had to face. Between the inconsistencies of fuel pricing, driver shortages, freight recessions, and inflation battle, the last year has provided a lot to overcome. With the past year the industry has had, […]

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All You Need to Know About Gooseneck Trailers

By Dana Cantelo / September 10, 2023
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Gooseneck trailers are remarkably interesting models of trailers that are used to haul larger loads. They are not common in the trucking industry; however they can be a beneficial style of trailer. In this article, we will be giving you a rundown of all you need to know about gooseneck trailers. What are Gooseneck Trailers? […]

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What is a Double Drop Trailer?

By Dana Cantelo / June 29, 2022
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The short answer to the question, “What is a Double Drop Trailer?”, is the double drop trailer, or lowboy, is often used to carry equipment or goods taller than what is normally transported, up to 12 ft, or 3.66 meters, in height. Trailers that have large hauling capability are designed according to a variety of […]

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An Eagle To The Rescue!…

By Dana Cantelo / March 16, 2022
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A good customer testimonial should never be underestimated. Not only will sharing someone’s personal feedback be helpful for those considering investing in your products or services, but sometimes, really good ones resonate more deeply. Take Leo for example. Leo came to visit our Gary, Indiana shop recently and shared his personal thoughts and experience with […]

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Shine On!

By Luke Carlisle / June 13, 2021
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Get ready for summer with 10% off All Zephyr Custom Polishing Products. In-Store and Online until July 31st.

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Check Out “The Lead Pedal” Podcast!

By Luke Carlisle / May 25, 2021
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Had a great time this afternoon joining The Lead Pedal Podcast to talk about our 35th Anniversary and how our Eagle Tarp System helps Owner Operators. Thank you very much Bruce, looking forward to the podcast coming out in June!

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Who Does That?

By Luke Carlisle / May 11, 2021
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As we look to our past at some of our highlights over the last 35 years, this one should be a fan favorite. The man, the myth, the legend – beloved Chris Foster becomes “Hamilton” famous after being featured in a Hamilton Spectator news article on our business in 2008 – Chris started out as […]

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