Author Archives: Eric

Autocar Mondays – DC9964

Posted on April 6, 2020 by Eric

It’s been a long time since we had an Autocar Mondays around these parts but thanks to Clarence we can once again celebrate. We last saw this truck almost one year to the day. Back then it was loaded down … Continue reading →

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Only the Strong Survive

Posted on March 27, 2020 by Eric

I always love finding these old dinosaurs still working away. Of course many of you will look at this truck and not think that it is that old but it’s pushing at least 20 years on the clock if not … Continue reading →

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The Next Western Star

Posted on March 25, 2020 by Eric

We all need something to look forward to in these dark times. In just a short 119 days the latest and greatest Western Star truck will become official. Until that time we can all just sit around and watch the … Continue reading →

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Still Still Working – Diamond Reo Giant

Posted on March 21, 2020 by Eric

Take a look at this old familiar face, it’s the Diamond Reo Giant that Dave spotted about five years ago! I happy to see it’s still out there working for a living without being beat to death. Thanks for keeping … Continue reading →

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NTEA 2020

Posted on March 9, 2020 by Eric

With the Corona Virus specter hovering over the known universe more than a few large trade show have been outright canceled. This was not the case with the NTEA 2020, the work truck show. Over the past four years our … Continue reading →

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Long Live the Ford

Posted on March 2, 2020 by Eric

Ya know, these old Fords really hang around don’t they? You have to think that Ford dropped the ball when they sold out to Daimler Benz especially since the company currently appears to be rudderless. Anyway, I love the low … Continue reading →

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The Ultimate Test

Posted on February 17, 2020 by Eric

I’m sure the folks at Western Star believe they make a seriously tough and thoroughly road tested rig. Without question the 4700 series chassis went through countless hours of real world testing before the model went into full production. But … Continue reading →

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AM General M818

Posted on February 13, 2020 by Eric

I know that the updates to this site don’t come as quickly as they used to but that doesn’t mean I’m not out there gathering material. It’s the processing that takes the time. Plus Preston doesn’t like when I use … Continue reading →

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At the Dealer – Lonestars for Everyone

Posted on February 12, 2020 by Eric

Do you remember that episode of Oprah where the entire studio audience received a new car? No? Me either. But I do know that it happened. All 276 people in attendance received a brand new Pontiac G6. What a cruel … Continue reading →

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Macungie 2019 Revisted

Posted on February 7, 2020 by Eric

I like looking at trucks. But I like looking at moving trucks even better. Here are some “leftovers” from the 2019 ATCA Macungie show. I really like showing up to Macungie Memorial Park on the later side of things so … Continue reading →

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