Author Archives: Eric

Regional Haul Trucks

Posted on April 21, 2017 by Eric

What is the number one issue facing the trucking industry today? Is it fuel costs? Increasing government regulations? The ever increasing mechanical and technological complexity of trucks? To be sure all of these are challenges but perhaps the most glaring is driver retention. … Continue reading →

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Heavy Snow Removal – A Photographic Archive

Posted on April 20, 2017 by Eric

It has been over a year since the concept of a snow plow book was presented on these electronic pages and while there has been no update since that time rest assured that action was taking place behind the scenes. … Continue reading →

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1941 International KB State Police Truck

Posted on April 19, 2017 by Eric

The year 2017 marks the 100th anniversary of the New York State Police and to celebrate a century of public service various events (open houses, memorabilia displays, etc) will be held across the State. The “kick off” to this party took place … Continue reading →

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Ebay Finds – Liteway Truck

Posted on April 18, 2017 by Eric

Here is a vehicle that many of you have never seen before and probably never will see again. It’s a 1953 Liteway, later know as the Road King. The concept behind the Liteway was to maximize payload through the use … Continue reading →

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Autocar Mondays – C is for Construcktor

Posted on April 17, 2017 by Eric

Can it get much better than this? Wow. Take a look at this 1978 Autocar and tell me you don’t want one. Believe it or not this truck is daily runner for McEnnis and Sons Excavation of Tyngsboro, MA. Just … Continue reading →

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The New Obsession

Posted on April 14, 2017 by Eric

With winter hibernation drawing to a close I’ve begun to wonder about what construction projects I will be able to stalk during my lunch breaks. While there is always something happening downtown I’m looking for those larger projects that guarantee … Continue reading →

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Brockway 759

Posted on April 13, 2017 by Eric

Now here is a truck that I’ve often told myself I should stop and check out but for some reason never did. It’s a 1974 Brockway 759 that is clearly losing the battle with rust. Thankfully David had the good … Continue reading →

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Still Working – International Trucks

Posted on April 12, 2017 by Eric

I make no apologies about it I am in International Trucks fan. Despite the woes of the more recent product line few would find much to complain about regarding the early to mid 90’s lineup of International trucks with limited … Continue reading →

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Autocar Mondays – One More Storm

Posted on April 10, 2017 by Eric

So what do you think about this old rig? Does it have enough life in it to plow during one more storm? Considering that it is an Autocar the answer is undoubtedly yes. Marc came across this truck awhile back … Continue reading →

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That Will Buff Right Out

Posted on April 8, 2017 by Eric

That will buff right right out. That is the favorite joke of nearly everyone when looking at catastrophic damage on a vehicle. It’s usually funny expect when looking at ones own vehicle. Sadly, accidents are a way of life in … Continue reading →

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