Author Archives: Eric

Old Glory

Posted on February 9, 2018 by Eric

I have to say, the website of the Nevada National Security Site is one of the more interesting government domains I have ever visited. And if the website is any indication than the actual 1,360 square mile physical facility (larger … Continue reading →

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At the Dealer – What’s In A Name

Posted on February 7, 2018 by Eric

Here we see a pair of RH trucks, the latest regional haul offering by International Trucks. The RH replaces the Transtar line of trucks with what used to be the International Prostar.  If your confused don’t feel bad. The Prostar … Continue reading →

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Blue Oval Wonders

Posted on February 6, 2018 by Eric

I don’t have much trouble coming across heavy Ford trucks from the mid 90’s. Makes you think that maybe, just maybe, Ford had a good thing going for them and was a little premature in selling off their heavies to … Continue reading →

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The Star Next Door

Posted on February 3, 2018 by Eric

Time to take a look at some new Western Star snow plows. This first up is a Western Star 4900 for the town of Exeter, NY. This truck is rocking the 505 HP Detroit and an 18 speed Eaton. The … Continue reading →

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Who Wore It Better

Posted on February 1, 2018 by Eric

I know these trucks are not exactly equals in terms of the body out back but they are similar in concept. Which one would you rather drive? This shiny and new Freightliner 122SD presuabmly with cruise, A/C, satellite radio and … Continue reading →

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Packers and Hackers

Posted on January 31, 2018 by Eric

Take a look at this cute little truck. In a few years with the proper nutrition and exercise it might just grow up to be a full sized front loader. I spotted this truck over at the local Mack dealer … Continue reading →

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Autocar Mondays – Impending Storm

Posted on January 29, 2018 by Eric

Here is a cool shot of a vintage Autocar from a photo I recently purchased on ebay. The caption reads…. George Savard of Medford loads a truck with sand at the MDC Central Services North Central Garage in Stoneham in … Continue reading →

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Supor and Sons Part II

Posted on January 26, 2018 by Eric

So the other day I made some comparisons to the GE turbine move I witnessed last year to that of the one Hugh shared with us. After seeing this second round of photos clearly I was comparing apples to oranges. … Continue reading →

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Supor and Sons

Posted on January 24, 2018 by Eric

It was just about this time last year when a massive GE built generator passed through the area on its way to a new power plant in Pennsylvania. During that pull at least six heavy haul Kenworths labored to push … Continue reading →

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Autocar Mondays – Big Dog

Posted on January 22, 2018 by Eric

Here we have a spectacular 87′ DK of Columbus Square Auto. It seems like if you find a 31 year old tow truck on the job it turns out to be an Autocar. No surprises here am I right? Brett … Continue reading →

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