Depending on the state and even county, a small chunk of the price on gasoline is taxes to fund projects. Thanks to people either going green or just trying to save money, the taxes haven't raised as much as they used to lately.
As a result, lawmakers are looking at new ways to tax drivers to generate the funds needed. One idea is to tax drivers based on the miles they drive.
Read this Associated Press article about the taxes, and tell us what you think in the comments below.
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
Echo: Minnesota Tests New Technology To Help Truckers
Truckers are required to stop for a rest to maintain safety, but limited parking makes the task hard on drivers. Minnesota may have found a solution to the problem.
The state's Department of Transportation is testing technology that will let truck drivers know if parking is available at the next rest stop. Testing starts this month with one rest area along I-94, and is expected to expand to the other rest stops once testing is completed in April.
For details, visit TruckingInfo.com.
The state's Department of Transportation is testing technology that will let truck drivers know if parking is available at the next rest stop. Testing starts this month with one rest area along I-94, and is expected to expand to the other rest stops once testing is completed in April.
For details, visit TruckingInfo.com.
Tuesday, January 8, 2013
Echo: CSX is a Good Investment
CSX is getting noticed for its good work.
The Dividend Channel ranked the railroad company 16th on its "Top 25 Socially Responsible Dividend Stocks" list. To make the list, companies were judged on the environmental impact of business practices, as well as impacts on society.
The Dividend Channel ranked the railroad company 16th on its "Top 25 Socially Responsible Dividend Stocks" list. To make the list, companies were judged on the environmental impact of business practices, as well as impacts on society.
Tuesday, January 1, 2013
Happy New Year
All of us at BAT Logistics wish all of you happiness and health in 2013.
We cannot wait to see what 2013 brings us, and we would like to you to hang around for the ride.
In 2012, BAT saw its biggest month ever, was able to expand its staff and moved its headquarters as a result of the growth. BAT was also able to help others by giving to Dollar General Literacy Foundation, Fisher House Foundation and Operation Homefront. By the end of the year, BAT joined the American Society of Transportation and Logistics.
We cannot wait to see what 2013 brings us, and we would like to you to hang around for the ride.
Monday, December 17, 2012
Press Release: BAT Announces Art Contest Winners
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONYERS, Ga.-- BAT Logistics, one of the fastest growing 3PL providers of transportation services, awarded the winners of the Transportation Art Contest at Sims Elementary School in Conyers, Ga. The seven students were announced and awarded their Visa gift card prizes during a ceremony at the school today, Dec. 17.
For the Pre-K to First Grade category, Yesenia Cheban won first place, Maleah Miller won second place and Christina Luong won third. Jaelyn Miller was the sole winner in the Second to Third Grade category. In the Fourth to Fifth Grade category, Tony Silva won first place, Max Thomas won second place and Janie Carroll won third place.
First place winners all won $75 gift cards, second place won $40 and third place won $20 so that they each could purchase their very own new mode of transportation. In addition to the gift cards (and large symbolic checks!) the students received at the ceremony, their artwork will be posted on BAT's Facebook page throughout the week for all to admire.
In art class starting in mid-November, students were asked to draw and color a mode of transportation. The entries were judged in three grade groupings: Pre-K/Kindergarten/First, Second/Third and Fourth/Fifth.
The contest did not cost the school, students or community anything. BAT even provided the art classes with paper and markers for the contest. Last year was the first year of the contest.
About BAT Logistics
Backhaul and Track Logistics d/b/a BAT Logistics provides transportation solutions to the shipping community. Our core strength is full truck load services in dry, refrigerated, and rail commodities. Our services are executed using key national carriers with a focus on small to medium sized carriers. We operate in headhaul and backhaul lanes both regionally and cross-country. We also utilize door-to-door rail services that cover the entire nation. Our industry knowledge and experience using rail transportation gives us a clear and distinct advantage over the competition.
Phone - 4028858100
Fax - 4028858101
20 Arena Way, Suite 2
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
www.batlogistics.com
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| Maleah Miller proudly holds her symbolic check as Vice Principal Clyde Brawell looks on. |
For the Pre-K to First Grade category, Yesenia Cheban won first place, Maleah Miller won second place and Christina Luong won third. Jaelyn Miller was the sole winner in the Second to Third Grade category. In the Fourth to Fifth Grade category, Tony Silva won first place, Max Thomas won second place and Janie Carroll won third place.
First place winners all won $75 gift cards, second place won $40 and third place won $20 so that they each could purchase their very own new mode of transportation. In addition to the gift cards (and large symbolic checks!) the students received at the ceremony, their artwork will be posted on BAT's Facebook page throughout the week for all to admire.
In art class starting in mid-November, students were asked to draw and color a mode of transportation. The entries were judged in three grade groupings: Pre-K/Kindergarten/First, Second/Third and Fourth/Fifth.
The contest did not cost the school, students or community anything. BAT even provided the art classes with paper and markers for the contest. Last year was the first year of the contest.
About BAT Logistics
Backhaul and Track Logistics d/b/a BAT Logistics provides transportation solutions to the shipping community. Our core strength is full truck load services in dry, refrigerated, and rail commodities. Our services are executed using key national carriers with a focus on small to medium sized carriers. We operate in headhaul and backhaul lanes both regionally and cross-country. We also utilize door-to-door rail services that cover the entire nation. Our industry knowledge and experience using rail transportation gives us a clear and distinct advantage over the competition.
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batgroup@batlogistics.com Phone - 4028858100
Fax - 4028858101
20 Arena Way, Suite 2
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
www.batlogistics.com
Friday, December 14, 2012
Echo: Sad News
The news coming from Connecticut today is heartbreaking. We are deeply saddened by the loss of so many lives, a majority of which were young children, according to reports. Those of us with children will hug them a little longer and tighter tonight.
Whether you want them to or not, it's possible your child could find out something about today's events. Sesame Street shared these PSAs today to help parents and children deal with what they are seeing and hearing.
Also, this can be a hard time of year for many people for different reasons. While we do not yet know the cause of today's events, it can be a good reminder to check on family and friends who may need some extra emotional support. Many times, cries for help go ignored. Be there and provide the support needed.
For more information on what happened, visit NonparielOnline.com.
Whether you want them to or not, it's possible your child could find out something about today's events. Sesame Street shared these PSAs today to help parents and children deal with what they are seeing and hearing.
Also, this can be a hard time of year for many people for different reasons. While we do not yet know the cause of today's events, it can be a good reminder to check on family and friends who may need some extra emotional support. Many times, cries for help go ignored. Be there and provide the support needed.
For more information on what happened, visit NonparielOnline.com.
Saturday, December 8, 2012
Echo: Trucking Adds Jobs
The Labor Department released its monthly jobs report Friday showing the trucking industry continuing to add jobs. According to the report, 2,500 of 146,000 jobs added in November were in trucking. Unemployment dropped to 7.7 percent.
As of November, the trucking industry has added 35,700 jobs this year.
To read the Associated Press article as seen in The Trucker, click here.
As of November, the trucking industry has added 35,700 jobs this year.
To read the Associated Press article as seen in The Trucker, click here.
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