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HVAC Services: Heroes of the 21st Century Keep Our Homes and Businesses Running
HVAC services are essential. Some might say they are recession and pandemic-proof. No matter the situation, businesses rely on the solutions they provide to keep their facilities up and running. Still, like many skilled professions today, recruiting people into the industry is a challenge, and it is critical to find new talent to keep the […]
Amazon’s HQ2 Pause Should Force Businesses to Rethink Workplace Flexibility Office Space Expansion
As Amazon decides to pause the construction of its HQ2 project amidst an uncertain economic climate, businesses are forced to grapple with the strategic viability of their workplace and work model. Major tech companies, faced with significant workforce reductions, are reevaluating the need for traditional office spaces and whether it’s a wise decision to consider […]
Metaverse Marketing: Influencer Avatars Open Up Retailers to a Target Generation of Consumers
The Metaverse has been growing since 2020 and is predicted to hit $800 billion by 2024. The Metaverse has always been extremely popular with the gaming industry, but there are more areas where the Metaverse has been proven to generate revenue for companies. Retailers are now expanding and using Metaverse marketing to reach younger generations […]
Nikola Falls After Revising Down Electric Truck Deliveries
(Bloomberg) — Shares of Nikola Corp., the pre-production truckmaker whose founder was charged last week with misleading investors, fell after the company lowered its initial vehicle delivery projections and warned of nagging supply chain issues. Chief Executive Officer Mark Russell told analysts on a conference call Tuesday the startup is facing “numerous” delays acquiring parts […]
Ford Unveils the Electric F-150, Aims to Shake up the EV Market
(Bloomberg) — Linda Zhang, chief engineer of Ford Motor Co.’s new electric F-150 pickup, steers a 3-ton rig onto a test track at the automaker’s suburban Detroit proving grounds and mashes the accelerator. In about four seconds, she says, “We’re at 60” miles per hour. Then, a heartbeat later as the G-forces bear down, “We’re […]
Trailer Towing Tips During Winter Weather
Winter weather presents dangerous challenges for those towing trailers – but there are steps you can take to keep yourself and your cargo safe. First, if you expect snow and ice, outfit your trailer with winter tires. It’s worth the investment, and you’ll have much greater confidence in your control over your load, no […]
Why Business Vehicle Owners Should Take Advantage of Tax Code 179
As business owners, real estate agents and self-storage owners should seek out ways to reduce their tax burden. One way to take advantage of a deduction is Tax Code 179. This section of the U.S. internal revenue code offers an immediate deduction for assets. If you have capital to invest in an asset that could not only be […]
Great American Trucking Show Rolls Through Dallas
The trucking industry made a pit stop in Dallas, Texas this weekend for the 2019 Great American Trucking Show. The three-day event brought professionals from the field together for a networking and learning opportunity at a time when the industry is in the midst of serious change. The latest in trucking technology was also widely […]
How High Demand Seasons Affect Freighting
With the boom of e-commerce over the last decade, there is always a need for well-stocked fleets of trucks on the road. But when produce and crops are ready for harvest, the demand for the armada expands even more. It may not be noticeable to the average consumer, but these busy seasons put a […]
Weight Technology Plays a Key Role in Optimizing Commercial Transportation with Martin Ambros of Air-Weigh
Technology is moving forward in the world of transportation, and the advances are not limited to self-driving vehicles; the shipping and freighting side of the industry is seeing its own improvements, with the future of weight measurements being integrated into telematics. On this episode of the Transportation Podcast, we’re joined by Martin Ambros, CEO […]