Author Archives: Eric

Roadside Attractions

Posted on May 9, 2017 by Eric

If you’re planning a road trip this summer you might want to check out the website RoadSideAmerica.com for advice in planning your route so you don’t miss all those great oddities like the world’s largest giant wooden nickel or supersized kaleidoscope. … Continue reading →

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Autocar Mondays – Springfield Surplus

Posted on May 8, 2017 by Eric

It just a little over two weeks the ATHS National Show will take place in Des Moines, Iowa. Hundreds upon of hundreds of classic trucks will be on display and I plan to be on hand to see each and … Continue reading →

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Freightliner! Freightliner! Freightliner!

Posted on May 5, 2017 by Eric

Besides looking good in that sharp red paint this Freightliner 114SD is already a social media star…and that was before it was on this site! If you’re on Facebook and you like trucks you should following the J and J … Continue reading →

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International Watch Fob Show

Posted on May 3, 2017 by Eric

When Dan told me he was heading to the International Watch Fob Association show in Mantua, Ohio I could only produce a blank stare. It just didn’t sound like my kind of thing. As it turns out the show is … Continue reading →

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Autocar Mondays – The Barn

Posted on May 1, 2017 by Eric

The scenic byways of America have much to offer. Before the interstates they were the main routes of travel across this great country. These roads cut through small towns that haven’t changed much over the years. Instead of chain restaurants … Continue reading →

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The Color of Danger

Posted on April 30, 2017 by Eric

My how I do love these vintage training films. In the same vein as the classic Shake Hands With Danger and The Roll of Drums welcome to the training family The Color of Danger. While not as large as a dozer … Continue reading →

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Brockway Class of 2017 – Photos

Posted on April 29, 2017 by Eric

I don’t know how you feel when you look in the mirror but it’s a safe bet that most of these trucks are aging better than you or me. Some great looking trucks came and went this past Saturday. If … Continue reading →

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Brockway Class of 2017

Posted on April 28, 2017 by Eric

It’s hard to believe but another year has come and gone at the Brockway Truck Museum and that means it’s time for the annual change of display trucks. This year over a dozen Brockways are on display (a record high) … Continue reading →

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Kenworth K100 with 318 Detroit

Posted on April 26, 2017 by Eric

It’s been awhile since I’ve had some good ol’ Detroit Diesel action on this page so here is a Kenworth K100 with a 8V71 Detroit.

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Autocar Mondays – Autocar DS

Posted on April 24, 2017 by Eric

The natural splendors of the American southwest are many. The Grand Canyon. Death Valley. White Sands National Monument. The Autocars DS from the City of Williams, Arizona. Yes, I think this truck stacks up well against those natural wonders. Apparently … Continue reading →

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