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September 2013

Overdrive Magazine | Trucking Business News & Owner Operator Info

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SP9411_CCJ_ AirBrake_cove r.indd 1 12/8/09 6:19 PM Air Brake Book Since Commercial Carrier Journal published the last edition of the Air Brake Book about six years ago, much has changed regarding heavyduty vehicles – perhaps most notably the various changes in engine technology to achieve federal emissions standards. While the industry hasn't seen much change in the fundamentals of air brakes, there have been several noteworthy developments, such as – stopping systems built on the foundation of antilock braking systems and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's 2009 adoption of a new stopping distance – both covered in this 8th Edition. Go to www.eTruckerStore.com to order manuals. Text INFO to 205-289-3555 or visit www.ovdinfo.com PARTNERS IN BUSINESS Air Brake Book_OVD0113_PG084.indd 1 12/20/12 2:23 PM H&M_Bay_OVD0213_PG.indd 1 6/17/13 1:37 PM Succeeding as an owner-operator is all about business. It's about how to handle the rising costs of equipment, fuel and insurance when there is no corresponding increase in revenue. It's about tracking costs and keeping good records so you can change your operation before it's too late. It's about looking at the big picture and setting goals so that your hard work gets you where you want to go. Partners in Business is the leading business training program for owner-operators. You won't find a more in-depth and comprehensive source of information for running an owner-operator business than our manual, produced by the editors of Overdrive and the owneroperator business services provider, ATBS. eTruckerStore.com September 2013 | Overdrive | 77 AdPages_OVD_0913.indd 77 8/26/13 1:55 PM

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