Posted by Alfred Lancer in August 26th, 2010
In these days of high gasoline prices, it may seem ridiculous to consider ways to increase your car’s performance as they are almost always associated with increased fuel consumption. However, there are four ways to increase performance that do not have to negatively impact your gas mileage. Let’s take a closer look at each one.
1. Reusable Air Filters. Landfills are stuffed with items we use once and then throw out. Auto air filters are one such item and through the life of a car you can go through 6-12 of them with no problem. For approximately three times the price, washable and reusable air filters are a great alternative. When you purchase one it likely will be the last air filter your car will ever need. Reusable air filters enable you to gain slight increases in horsepower and acceleration as well as to impact the environment in a positive way.
2. Performance Chips. All new cars are operated by a computer chip that tells how much torque and horsepower can be displaced. Performance chips or recalibrations of your current chip can produce significant increases in horsepower and torque for your vehicle.
3. Performance Exhaust Systems. Cat-back or “catalyst-back exhaust systems” are a great way to free up trapped torque and to unleash horsepower. Keeping all the important emissions parts in place, a cat-back system incorporates large width exhaust pipes and low restriction performance mufflers into your car thereby lowering exhaust back pressure. A side benefit is the really awesome sound emitting from the exhaust system.
4. Cold Air Intake. A cold air intake is an under the hood mod that helps to reduce the temperature of the air entering the car for the sole purpose of increasing the power of the engine. Side benefits include enhancements to the appearance of the engine bay as this part can be attractive and colorful; the sound the unit makes is also appealing.
Costs for each of these performance enhancements can vary greatly. Shopping online with a trusted wholesaler is one of the best ways to find top quality parts at the lowest possible prices. By doing the work yourself, you can save a bundle and enjoy the fruits of your labor in no time.
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Posted by Joe Hoovestol in August 25th, 2010
Creating and growing your own trucking business requires you to learn a lot about trucking and running a small business. If you want to be a successful trucking business, you must know a little about trucking and business. This goes beyond just driving; it also includes having a sense of basic business principles and how to manage a single member company.
Before you start your independent trucking business, think about the type of business you want to to have. With a clear vision, your chances of achieving success over the long term are greater than those without a clear vision of what they want to achieve. With a clear outcome in mind you can develop a plan that moves you forward on a regular basis.
Executing on your business plan is the fastest way to achieve the goals you’ve set for yourself. Think about working your plan daily, prioritizing your list of to do’s and staying on course. You will likely encounter obstacles along the way. This is normal for any trucking business owner. Don’t get discouraged. When you are serving multiple roles, you will encounter difficult times.
A key aspect of being an owner operator is finding others to partner with. Even if you are a sole proprietor, you have to develop relationships with other individuals or business owners who can support the attainment of your goals. Have you reached out to other drivers or those who own their own trucking businesses? How about others who own and operate their own rigs? Do you have a good mechanic for your truck? If you want to be truly successful, develop relationships with others in your trade.
After just a little while, your business is bound to grow. When you start to achieve the success you desire, reassess your priorities. Make sure to ask yourself if you need to create new goals or if you require additional resources to maintain your status. Achieving success is not easy but can happen when you are determined to reach your goal.
Being an owner of a growing and profitable trucking company is a great way to make an independent living. It’s does require work however. If you plan on being successful you will need to grow as an individual and always be learning. This is how the most profitable trucking companies became who they are today. Start small and grow in a meaningful way.
Joe Hoovestol is the owner of Lone Mountain Truck Leasing which provides semi trucks for sale and semi truck financing on today’s most popular trucks. Learn more about being an owner operator with the assistance of trucking professionals.
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