#gps tracking for trucking companies

[foone]

whats an IOT device? why did you yank the sd card and not remove it gently?

Iot is Internet of Things. Everything from your smart light bulb that can change color to a GPS box to track a company truck and report the location to the internet (which is what this was, mostly)

And I yanked it because I don't respect this device. It hasn't been a good girl, I'm gonna treat it like a disobedient robot girl and Not Be Gentle.

[themareverine]

MARE & THE WOLVERINE ▹ Good Poison

─ Logan Howlett x fem!OC

summary: The Northern Territories were the last place Mare McAffery ever imagined herself, much less a prize fighting bar with characters the likes of the one they call the Wolverine. A logging community and living out of a Motel 6—it wasn’t exactly Shakespearean. But sometimes, survival calls for a tooth and nail fight—even for a preacher’s daughter.

warnings: AU, age gap, strangers to friends, friends to lovers, eventual romance, violence, angst, trauma, religion, self-insert, self-esteem issues, chance meetings, alcohol, grief/morning, mutual pining, falling in love, slow-ish burn, fluff and angst, canon-typical violence, virginity, reposted from my old account.

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“I’ve never met a more obsessive, religiously fanatical, irresponsible press professional in my entire career, McAffery—and I’ve been doing this thirty fucking years!”

“Told you to drop that mutant BS, McAffery—”

Blue light from her phone lights up the shadowed seat beside her, interrupting the cruel sting of thoughts lapping her brain like a pace car. Redlined and leading, her attention briefly drifts from the yellow lines of highway to the bright screen that lingers—to the text bubble with the little avatar face of who else but her mother, checking in on her for only the fiftieth time tonight. 

“I’m fine, ma,” she sighs to empty space around her. A glance upward through the windshield to the night sky canvases unfamiliar constellations, stars she’s never seen this far north. Living north all her life had prepared her for a lot of, well, Canada— but not the stars. There seemed to be more of them, dancing in troops that quickened the soul. They’d been hanging in the sky for hours, now, and every time her gaze flicked up—never saw the same cluster.  

Diiiing. The sound avalanches in the cab, almost. “Jeez, I’m fine, ” it’s more of a growl than anything as she reaches for the phone. Silences it. Practically tossing it to the cup holder, she shifts a little further against her seat, her ass into the three decade-old cushion just like she’d been doing for two days. Shoulders pressing back into the material of her seatback, a slight shiver races up her spine where frigid air snakes into the cab of the Jeep between gaps in soft-top canvas—irritates the hunger that’s been low simmering in her stomach since before the sun had disappeared. 

A quick GPS consult and civilization is less than ten miles on her course. It promises a bar, a Motel 6, some gas. Nothing fancy. Reading in-between trying to stay between yellow highway lines reveals that Laughlin City is a logging community, one of those let’s-film-a-cheesy-Hallmark-romance little sports that show up in romantic novels and on travel blogs. It’s quiet with a limited population, mountainside and traditional. Perfect. 

Starting route to Laughlin City, you’re on the fastest route—-

“Considering I don’t see any freeways, I guess that tracks,” Frick, I’m turning into my mother talking to myself— and she had been, for two days. But that’s probably fine, better to keep herself company in the off-hours of radio. She couldn’t bear any more talk radio, didn’t have the caffeine or the patience to relive the same Shania Twain cassette tape for a twentieth time. 

Sighing, her head kicks back a little against the hard headrest behind her. Brightness from the GPS route is white-hot and blinding, has Mare McAffery turning her phone screen down to the fading 90s-print material of the passenger seat. She can see the little cloud from the hard breath she lets escape from between her lips, which subliminally raises the air on her arms. Sends a stab of cold through the bones in her hands. Even with air bursting from the defrost, it’s cold. Colder here, farther north, than her family’s quiet little farmland Minnesota home for this time of year—a t-shirt had felt like a good idea this morning at the truck stop. Splashing water on her face and smiling into sunshine. 

Her eyes drift to the dash clock as a hand reaches behind her to grope for the hoodie she’d abandoned. A little after 11—her time. Back home. Mare has no idea what time it is in Canada, under foreign stars and among unknown mountains. Though, really it doesn’t matter—time is a construct when you’re on the road. When you don’t really have anywhere to be in all that much of a hurry, when you’re getting out of Dodge and rethinking every strategic decision of your life.

God, what am I doing? Where are You in this? And the thought is random. Had been, for days. Quitting her job on the spot three weeks ago had felt like the move of the century, like a Neil Armstrong one-giant-leap-for-mankind on the moon type of deal. Once in a lifetime, defining. Must’ve been what the fathers of her nation felt, rising up to slay the Goliath oppressing them into submission—she’d bucked the power of corporate America, felt the sting of her whip for a final count. 

There’d never been more peace, more purpose about her life than in that moment, smiling down her nose at her boss. Knowing she’d left him in the lurch, had upset his canoe. Upstream without a paddle, take that you scumsucking piece of trash. Her guts had nearly risen up to her throat with the flood of pure adrenaline. Bolstered, like a shooting star— all hot and undiscerning strength. Every disgruntled employee in the history of the working class before her, caged within her bones. Finding justice in this one act, this flight. High flying and empowered, she’d crashed through the glass ceiling—unscathed, unravished. Free. 

Or so she prayed. 

Reality rose up to strike her like plague, chastened and vengeful. Leaving behind ghosts and midnight phantoms to haunt her even in sleep, her fears. Disease eating away at the flesh of her life, an insatiable predator unrelenting until satisfied. Picking its teeth with the bones of her future, the unknown. Grinning at her like a subtle, close-to-the-chest demon of her own making. Tapestry of her life began to unravel, unfurled by her own bravada, her own shield of faith in the unknown. Days bled eternally into weeks. Networking spiderwebbed away in the wind, disheveled and thin. Nothing aside from Oh-honey-I’m sorry’s and though-your-qualifications-are-impressive-we-regret’ s. 

Word traveled fast in rocks and cows country, not-the-Twin-Cities Minnesota.  Whoever didn’t look on her with sympathy dug her grave, or threw dirt on open wounds festering with her own shame. Nobody was eager to onboard the bloodhound trailblazing young lady with starry eyes and Superman hope. 

Singlehandedly she’d brought coverage of the community’s less-than-human population to hometown families and cropfarmers, faces nobody in her world desired. They’d kept the mutants at arm’s length, in the city and away from the grass that dances on the prairie; innocence of country living. Nobody wanted them in their ZIP code, their school districts—accidents raised taxes. No mayor wanted to address the subject at press conferences or on small city councils, no school board wanted funding for safe rooms or SPED. Better to lock them away in the concrete jungle of downtown, anonymous faces in a sea crying out for representation. 

Disarming a population’s ignorance had been a savage fight—soul crushing and abusive. Her head had been piked in every town-gossip-over-coffee table in the entire township, her family’s name raked over the coals in the editorials. Recklessly brave, but the greater good had come at a high, not-so-good price. Expensive for an under-thirty young little thing with bright aspirations, with a family standing behind her as pillars in a crumbling, paralyzed community.  

Better to turn a blind eye to the unfortunates than lend a hand likely to be bit, was the argument. Lambs to slaughter, all of her anonymous mutant sources had eviscerated from contact seemingly overnight—lost to anonymity, to the underworld of obscurity and fear. 

Foolish, simpleminded. White washed tombs, dens of vipers. Disheartened —didn’t they see—? 

A glance into the rearview and she’s able to make out the almost-cavernous upset digging trenches in the skin of her brow, the veil that’s overtaken once-bright eyes. All noted, even in the glare of blue light and shadows. She exhales deep and feels it, between her ribs. In, out—one, two, three; let it go, let it go let it go. That burning knot of lava that’s parked in between her shoulder blades shakes just a little, breaks apart. And for a brief moment, there’s cool relief that comes with another bite of May wind. Chases all the way down her spine, nips at her collarbones. 

Her grip tightens on the wheel, highway stretched unforgiving. Mocks her, reminding her how far away she’s attempting to fly, to hide . Inky midnight fans out before her— a lover, shadowing the world beyond the headlights of the Jeep Wrangler. Promising to hide her away, in a new world. The Wrangler seems to roar, engine loud in the empty night air, humming and thunking like old horsepower does. Whether in protest or jubilation, she’s not sure. Doesn’t even know if she wants to be. 

A wing and prayer. She’s left on a wing, with a prayer—it’ll carry her. To Laughlin, at least. 

Tires eat pavement like a beast, thrum thrum, thrumming away underneatht the rig almost in perfect step with the rabbit heartbeat kicking in her chest. Hears every rotation of rubber against asphalt through the canvas top. Tastes the cold bite of May night seeping through gaps and vinyl windows, cooling that still-there heat between her shoulders, that ache in the back of her eyes. 

Fiddling with the radio for the local news distracts her from GPS directions for a heartbeat. Almost missing the turnoff, she more forgoes the stop sign than actually misses it, engaging the clutch and brake to downshift. Skirting by the blaring scarlet of the sign, there’s no sign of headlights any direction at the four way. Except, in the distance, maybe five or so miles.

Between trees that canopy and dart in the breeze, trying to keep civilization a secret from the unsuspecting. Warring against the moon for rights to illuminate, to pierce through the veil of night—mountain peaks like dark sentinels, threatening and breathtaking in the faraway. Sits like a lion, stirring at the presence of the intruding Daniel. 

Laughlin City. 

“Bingo.” 

Mopping droplets of sweat pearling up from between his facial hair hasn’t ever felt more like a chore than it does right now, in the flickering light of a too-late pub crawling with county lowlives and province nobodies.  Every muscle burns with adrenaline that pistons through his veins like a hot steamroller, flattening any thought other than sucking air into his chest. Logan Howlett swears to God he can feel his very bronchial tubes with every pull of thick, curling air—wouldn’t be surprised if he couldn’t label every cell, working in unison to stitch him back together. 

It’s a delicate dance, healing after a fight. Body goes to work even before new wounds hit home—recovering from old ones, almost anticipating where new ones will land. Takes a significant amount of energy, a high unlike any amphetamine can deliver. Hot, heavy, painful bliss. That feel-good, fuck-this-is-perfect way he’s only ever experience in one other way—and that’s cock deep, in the right woman, red lines flaming down the length of his back. It’s taken a lifetime to ignore the adrenaline, the feel good burn of flesh stitching itself piece by piece. Wounds numbing over as the body corrects. Blood cut off from oxygen, sealed behind skin and screaming behind new scars. Bones correcting from fracture, pulled together with God-perfect precision no ER could ever match. Marrow stretching, cartilage welding back together. Feeling coming back with just as much prejudice as it had when it went. 

And it’s no different tonight, after a fight. Adamantium in his hands trembles, quakes with every beat of his pulse. Cold, itching with a sensation that only means one thing— air. Oxygen. Oxygen that fuels rage, that feeds the fire of release that’s a blazing furnace almost carved into the length of his spine. Bones, their marrow, they want air — crave it like demons. Flogging his soul like Christ at the crucifixion, crucifying him to the never-ending torment of holding it all together. Of balancing the line of monster and man, mortal and mutant. Ravages his will, rapes him of innocence, even in his youth. Even as a boy, even as James— he’d never had innocence. What even was purity to a man born to die but forced to live? 

He’d always been this, this h eld-together-with-threadbare-stitches-of-his-own-resolve carcass aching to die. Searching to live.

And it takes will, to live. Will of the ages, hills. Steadfastness of mountains to maintain the barrier between resolution and absolution. To not let go —to deny the impulses that scream through his blood like phantoms. Even the very stones beneath his feet cry out for his blood, for justice. Justice that had been lost through time, as others pass away. As he lives. His sins fade with those in graveclothes, but they haunt him like shadows. Peaceless life, ravaged. An ever-present war that carousels about his psyche. 

Don’t let go, Logan—don’t let them see you. Light a cigar. Suck in some brandy. Drown out the memories, the tombstones of everything he’s ever felt in his life rising up from buried graves and nameless mantras. It’s not for you, it’s for them. Never for you, always for them—

“—hey, you. Yeah, you— Mutton Chops. Yeah. It’s Wolverine, right?” 

He would chuckle if it wasn’t so ridiculous. Mutton Chops? 

Fingers scratch through the longer hairs, the corner of his mouth teases up with an amused smirk. Figures, they are a little dated. But, he enjoys them—he likes the way looks, always had. Cut a fine figure, and if he didn’t let himself know it, the women did. Been mooning over him since God knew . If he didn’t hate the attention, if he didn’t hate being seen; mingling with the echelon of the common man—-he could have any tit and skirt he wanted, most places. A few years of fucking anything that walked had lost its charm swiftly, and with gusto. 

Logan had learned early that he needed very few things in life to live, to survive. Living demanded the basic essentials, and a man isn’t truly a man unless he makes his own way. Women, well—girls were a luxury . Rubies and emeralds among the silver and golds of the everyday. High prices. Precious things in the eyes of God and the male sex, to be worshiped. Certainly so, can’t argue with the Twains and Shakespeares, the Psalmists of the ages—but they weren’t necessary. Not to survive. Little delicacies to make the journey tolerable, but not necessary. Privileges never were.  

“Wolverine—I’m talkin ’ to you!” 

But the alias is familiar, but the voice isn’t. Logan tosses back the bite of brandy that burns all the way down, snaps his attention from the bottom of the shot glass to the guy coming up behind him. Feet heavy, he’s at least six-two, two-fifty at a glance guess. Beer gut and a bald dome, some redheaded tart from across the bar reaching to pull him back. May as well be Vegas neon. Trouble—double order, by the looks of it. 

Shoulda been my middle name, “In some circles,” warmth skates into his blood, pulling at the attitude simmering at the edges of his resolve, “who’s askin’?” Fixing the edge of his shirt around the waist of his jeans, Logan ignores the instinctual twinge of pain that ricochets between his knuckles. One slip of his self control and there’s hell to pay—bloody, tastes-like-cold-steel hell.

Instead, his arms find the smooth bartop, glass hitting the bar with a crack. Logan pushes it away knuckles first, fingers tapping for another round. The bartender, he knows her as Sue—an aging sixties belle, witchy hair that’s perpetually pinned up in a clip—breezes by and snatches it away, promising him another with a hoarse, been-smoking-for-four-decades rasp. In seconds and the dark liquid spills into the shot glass, crystalline and pretty. 

Logan waves her come with two fingers, easing a little deeper into his usual barstool—the barstool he’s been parked in for eight months. Rolls a shoulder. A delicious little burn of healing muscle, dissipating bruises. Common place after a fight in the cage—there’s not enough curiosity in the eyes that are watching him. And he’s counting the paces of Big Boy coming up behind him, can feel the man’s anger from here. Tangible and inbred, like he’s been sucking the tit of pissed off since toddlerhood. 

The man’s huge hand is on his shoulder, jerking him back enough that it makes the barstool swivel. Logan’s spine snaps with alarm, with the initial gut punch of response. And he’s surprised with himself for a few heartbeats, that he’s chosen to shrug off the man’s arm instead of separate it from his body. A low, rumbling thunder of a growl simmering in his chest is almost animal, and he narrows a glare at the stranger. 

Sweating like a stuck pig, the man’s face is red as a beet. He’s a blush from either absolutely going batshit or having a coronary—Logan isn’t sure which he’d prefer. “I lost four hundred bucks because of you, Wolverine,” the name leaves his mouth with hacking spit, on the crescendo of a trail of spit that hits the floor at Logan’s feet in a wet plop . 

And for a second Logan expected Shit-For-Brain’s to continue, but he just stands there, sucking air.

“Tough luck,” Logan’s brows pop tall before furrowing into a hard line, irritation snapping  his tone like a fractured bone. Palming the pocket of his leather jacket taking up space on the barstool next to him, he manages a cigar from the pocket, with the God-knew-how-old Zippo. His favorite, he’d had it since—well. He didn’t keep track of trinkets. “Long odds, I guess.”

“The fuck you say?” 

He sighs. Deeply. Almost from the depths of his patience God has bestowed. “Anythin’ I can say that’ll make you vanish, bub?” Beer Belly doesn’t even flinch, except the hinge of his jaw snaps open. It could almost sway in the wind. Another sigh, “Take my word for it. Cut your losses and get Little Miss Strawberry Tart outta here—maybe she’ll cut you a deal on the way out.” 

In a matter of seconds the guy’s face drops into a gape only a choking fish could probably manage, and he really isn’t that far removed with all his sticky sweat making him look like a drowned, overfat bass. He stops sucking air like an emphysemic, maybe too stupefied to remember how. Logan’s fingers flick the flint of the lighter, cigar between his teeth as it bobs into the flame. Almost immediately, the thick curl of smoke stings his nose—chases the brandy in his throat, something magnificent . Fucking delicious. 

Small mercies, God bless them. Breathing in a wave of the thick, hot tobacco, it settles in the mesh of his lungs in a way that would probably kill lesser men—men who couldn’t die, anyway. He could fucking orgasm with how good this smoke burns, bleeding into his blood like good poison, and the exhale he gives may as well whip fifty pounds off the back of his shoulder. His head kicks back, brow furrowing as it cants to the side, taking in the craft of the ceiling. Brass tile— pricy . Riz didn’t strike him as a man with taste, but, stranger things. Interesting. 

In a flesh of fat and hairless dome, the man’s fist is curled around the collar of Logan’s shirt—he plucks him off the stool as if he weren’t anything more than a sack of meat. Surprise drops his cigar to the floor at his feet, the toes of his boots scuffing boards—and one glance to the man’s flexed arm reveals it’s absolutely straining for Beer Belly to suspend his bodyweight in the open. The vein in his temple throbs, cheeks almost purple as he splutters for air. Spit flies. Mingles in Logan’s beard. 

Revolting, but, give it a few seconds and—-

His boots find the floor heartbeats later, unphased. Logan’s turn, and it gives him great pleasure backhanding the man with his knuckles. Turning his head, saliva flying in trails of thick spit that hit somewhere he couldn’t care less about. Drive him half a step back, bring him back with his fist in tubby’s shirt—and mutant strength makes him weigh next to nothing. A little weight there, but nothing much—Logan could separate his spine from the rest of him without hesitation, thinking. Would be as easy as fileting a fat trout. 

The burn in his muscles feels magical.  And in three, two, one—he releases. Blood springs from between his knuckles, dribbling to the floor in fat drops. Scarlet stains adamantium, pearling along blades that all but sparkle in the perfect-low of pub lights. The burst of adrenaline immediately ravages the burn of pain, his bones all but ringing, chanting jubilation. And it feels so good, sometimes—so good to not have to hold back, to embrace the pain of living . 

Milkwhite, the man’s eyes haven’t unwelded from the blades dripping with Logan’s blood as they hover a breath from the fat flesh of his double-chin. Logan can see his life flashing through his eyes, like a film reel—every man’s always does in the face of death, his face. He’s shaking, Logan’s muscle absorbs every earthquake that pulses through the man’s frame. Shakes more than most—and that says more than it would, to many. Coward’s heart. Shriveled and died before they even got a chance to respond, he’d seen it before. Always took the easy way out. Talked big, acted small. His date would have better luck with an idiot savant than a coward, if Beer Belly here wasn’t a two-for-one. 

King Solomon had it right. Nothing new under the sun. 

“Told you to cut your losses,” it’s a snarl. Gravelled and aged, like every time before. Less human than monster, but he likes the fear—the respect —floating up to the man’s eyes from his soul. Logan releases him roughly, sending him foot over foot towards his date, across the floor. “Take her home before you regret somethin’ else.” 

Strawberry redhead is at his side, looking him over before she turns to consider Logan. She couldn’t have been more than twenty-something, too young to be running with a greaseball nobody with male pattern baldness and a Viagra problem. But tears run freely down her face all the same, as if she cares— and she probably does, because that’s the way of things. People care. It’s a human trait.  

All Logan can see is her enchantment with him. She isn’t afraid. While her date may have a coward’s heart, she certainly doesn’t—no common sense, a dense head, sure. But no fear. Funny how that works.

He’d smile if he wasn’t so pissed off, tired. And she doesn’t look him in the eye—her gaze is rooted on his hand, now at his side. His blood hanging out on the floor.  She blinks, only looks up at his face when the adamantium on display disappears between his fingers, sliding home in a way that echoes throughout his entire frame. Evidence of them begins to disappear as his flesh works to hide away familiar wounds, correct old sins. 

Her mouth, too, gapes like a fish. Nothing new. “You’re….you’re— wow, you’re a—” 

“—nobody you should care about, kid.” And that’s the long and short truth of it. 

Logan watches her help—he’s discovered his name is Harold—stand to his full height. Helps him sulk into a corner chair like a whipped puppy, and even from here, the purple on his jaw is already dark. Probably broken, but there’s little to do about it. 

Brushing off his arm, Logan lifted his other hand to examine it—pearls of blood. Still fresh on his skin. Evidence of their birth long since healed, he stretched his fingers before his thumb rubs between each knuckle, feeling. As if he’s never felt them before—because every time, the pain feels like it’s genesis. The beginning, new. A thrill unlike any other, in a sadistic kind of way that gives him life. Hope—that he’s still feeling. 

Turning to retrieve his cigar smoldering on the floor, Logan replaces it in the corner of his mouth. Takes another full breath, sinks low onto the barstool. The sting in his hands has almost entirely dissipated into tingling numbness, and that’s good—Sue knocks his drink to a stop in front of him. Shakes her head as her eyes landscape him up and down, like they’re digging his grave. She isn’t mad, he knows that—Sue has seen him rough up more than one Tom, Dick, Harry in this place. It’s like the revolving sun—they come in. Fight the cage. They lose, get pissed, and he knocks them on their ass. Simple science, really. 

Less dangerous and more dangerous all at the same damn time. 

“Feel better?” Thin, vein-tracked arms fold in front of her gravity-inspired chest. Heavy laden with turquoise and other painted stones, she’s the picturesque woman of her age—all gypsy, little else. If they’d be deep south in States, Sue could be confused for a bayou witch. And, thinking about her stirring a little pot of potions and cackling on to swamp creatures would be something else entirely. 

He chuckles, the mental picture amusing. Leaning forward a little on his arms, his brow peaks up a little. “Now there’s a question if I ever heard one,” his lips purse into a slow smile before he sits back, scratches his fingers through his sideburns— mutton chops, poor Harold had called them. “What do you think?”  

A lesser man wouldn’t hear it, but that bottom hinge on the front door howls something terrible in the rain. Signaling another interloper in their midst, Sue’s eyes flick past him to consider the body. It lasts a heartbeat, maybe the flow of blood, before her gaze is back to him—obviously no threat. Except, her arthritic hands reaching for a towel moves her a little closer, and she nods towards the door. 

“I think you’d better behave yourself,” she gestures with her chin towards the door, “new blood walkin’ in, Logan honey.” Nodding his understanding, he drags again at his cigar, then turns his head over his shoulder to eyeball the new body—- “Never seen her before. States girl, if I ever saw one,” Sue’s tongue clicks in the pocket of her cheek, “Poor thing’s wet as a drowned lizard. What she do, park half a mile away?” 

Drowned lizard? “Anyone ever told you you’re somethin’ else, Sue?” 

“Plenty—but don’t ask, Logan. Some things stay dead when you bury ‘em.” Her wink makes him snort, as if it’s something to joke about—and it is, really. To a man who flirts with death and defies it at every turn, nothing really surprises him anymore. The grave is little more than a calling card, and Sue knows that. Riz knows that. Everyone here knows this, but, chooses instead to look the other way—see him for what he is. 

Sue’s crooking a come finger at new blood before she’s even fully parted ways with him. “Hiya, honey. C’mere, sit down—we don’t bite.” Logan raises a Really? brow at her before Sue waves him off with a flapping hand. It takes everything he has not to smile at the old woman, but instead, he swivels a little. Back to the newcomer, who’s dropping into the corner barstool, well away from him and into the shadows. 

“Speak for yourself,” 

Sue whirls on him and tosses the towel she’s been keeping bar with at his face. Batting it away, he downs the brandy. “Oh, hush up!” Her chin gestures across the bar, to the cage—veiled in shadows, it’s little more than a knick knack without its lights, screaming crowds and humming jukebox that gathers every night at ten. Money changing, saliva flying—it sleeps like a tired beast until he rings the dinner bell.  “Well, most of us don’t bite—what’ll you have, darlin’?.” 

 If that wasn’t truth, well—Logan wasn’t sure what was. 

tags: @permanentlyexhaustedpigeon88 @fandomxo00

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On June 13, 2022, the licensee notified the Agency that on Friday, June 10, 2022, a truck containing a Insto Tek 3500 moisture density gauge was stolen. The gauge contained a 44 millicurie americium-241 source, and an 11 millicurie cesium-137 source. The licensee reported that the technician had stopped at a convenience store to buy some items and when they came back out the truck was missing. The licensee stated the gauge was locked in the back of the truck but was unsure if the keys to the locks were also taken. The licensee stated the gauge has an old Global Positioning System tracking device that was inactive. The licensee stated they had contacted the GPS service company to see if the tracking device was still active and the gauge tracked that way. * * * UPDATE ON 2/22/2023 AT 1048 EST * * * The truck was recovered and was partially stripped for parts. The gauge was missing. The source was locked, however, the keys to the gauge were in the pickup truck. The licensee conducted training on security of the gauge and not leaving trucks running even if the gauge is properly secured. The company is purchasing GPS tracking units to install on the gauges. On Feb 21, 2023, the licensee reported to the Agency that the gauge was found on February 20, 2023, in the back of a stolen U-Haul truck. The licensee has the gauge in their possession and the gauge is in good condition.

which one of you fuckers stole a truck containing an infinitesimally radioactive moisture sensor gauge and left it in the back of a uhaul 8 months later. in texas. because you're in a nuclear regulatory commission event report

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What is Enterprise Fleet Management?

As is revealed in today’s world business environment, any organization must manage its resources appropriately. Thus, for companies and firms having major operations related to transportation and logistics, it becomes even more essential to manage their fleets.

Now, let’s start with the basics: what does enterprise fleet management mean? Now let’s discuss this idea and figure out how it can be of great benefit to the business processes.

Understanding what is Enterprise Fleet Management

Fleet management within an enterprise could be described as a strategic approach to managing and supervising such a company's vehicle fleet. The areas include its acquisition and maintenance, driver and vehicle management, and laws governing the automobile industry. Fleet management is prospective to optimize the operating costs and enhance the safety and productivity of both fleets and their drivers.

In an enterprise environment, fleet management goes beyond tracking the vehicles; it is more about getting improved ways of running organizations. Fleet management is important irrespective of whether it involves delivery vans, trucks, or even corporate cars if the business owns a set of cars for business use.

The outcome highlights the fundamental issues of fleet management.

Vehicle Acquisition and Disposal: Picking the correct car for your fleet, beginning from procurement to the time of disposal.

Maintenance and Repair: Managing to schedule vehicles for maintenance and repairs regularly to make sure that they are in good working condition to reduce time loss.

Fuel Management: Fuel efficiency management by controlling consumption and considering these to minimize fuel expenses by using fuel-efficient driving techniques and other energy resources.

Driver Management: Incorporating training and supervision of drivers as well as planning meals nt to support safety, compliance, and efficiency among the drivers.

Compliance and Risk Management: The safety of all the used vehicles as well as the used drivers with brutal and international requirements and managing of risk exposures of operating fleets.

Here we will discuss the concept of Fleet Management Software. Inefficiently managing all these components, many businesses turn to the use of fleet management software. This is because it acts as a platform for accessing any information regarding the fleet, including real-time data and automated operations of the fleet.

Key Features of Fleet Management Software

GPS Tracking: Precise vehicle location in real-time to increase efficiency and controllers. 

Maintenance Scheduling: Schedule reminders in case of preventive maintenance and repairs to avoid ‘bottlenecks Management: Proper equipment that tracks fuel usage and gives an indication of wasteful activities. 

Compliance Management: Material properties garages need to comply with set safety measures as well as regulatory requirements.

Driver Performance Monitoring: Measures to monitor and measure drivers’s performance, detect their training requirements, and incentivize them over safe behavior on roads. 

Why Enterprise Fleet Management is So Important

To large companies, fleet management is not only limited to planning on how to ensure that vehicles are running. It’s about being able to harness data and technology in a way that will put you ahead of the competition. Effective management of fleets is known to have numerous benefits, such as cutting costs, satisfying customers, and reducing risks involving drivers and cars, among others. 

However, due to emerging issues such as global warming, companies are now focusing on the use of fleets to be environmentally friendly. This is done through the optimization of routes, timely maintenance of vehicles, and training of the drivers to ensure they are conscious of the impact they make on the environment. 

Being a web-based service, the most advantageous aspect related to an FMS or a Fleet Management Software Development Service is that it can be easily and effectively utilized across the corporate fleet range.

This has led to the increasing need for the development of fleet management software to be able to meet the expanding market need. Custom software, as the name suggests, is designed to improve organizational operations to suit a company’s needs, making it more flexible than packaged software.

A fleet management software development service typically includes

Consultation and Needs Assessment: Ah, awareness of the particular requirements and objectives of your fleet. You need to hire a professional fleet management software development company.

Custom Software Development: Constructing a custom fit that incorporates into the complex structures of the organization and fits the needs of the organization perfectly.

Integration with IoT Devices: The use of Internet of Things (IoT) devices such as GPS trackers or sensors to input real-time information and data.

Ongoing Support and Maintenance: Needed to make sure the software will continue to include all the features and incorporate the latest technologies and that it will cover all current needs of the business.

Conclusion

Okay, then, Fleet management is a system that encompasses all activities that involve control of a company’s fleet of vehicles with the use of the latest technologies in software and quality practices. Fleet management is not only a good idea but a necessity for any business that depends on transportation, where proper management of the company’s fleet is critical to achieving success.

Let it be a handful of vehicles or a multitude, the appropriate strategy in fleet management as enhanced by software changes the equation, provides steps towards optimizing your operations, lowers costs, and enhances the performance of an organization. The fast advancement of technology means that the means and ways used in the implementation of the strategies by the f managers are ever-changing and therefore a very promising industry to follow.

[internationaltransportcompany]

INNOVATIVE WAYS INTERNATIONAL MOVING COMPANY MOVE FRAGILE GOODS

Moving to some other country involves huge planning and care while sending all your stuff to the destination, much more so with breakables. International moving company have devised various methods of efficiently transferring all your fragile items over long distances. This article talks about some advanced techniques and practices used by international movers to help avoid damage to fragile items during transit.

1. Custom Crating Solutions

The most outstanding innovations in the movement of fragile goods are custom crating solutions. Moving companies design and build custom crates for the dimensions and requirements of each type of fragile item. Crates of this nature are developed with robust materials, such as wood or heavy-duty cardboard, and lined by foams or other cushioning materials in order to absorb shocks and restrict movements. Custom crates are very useful in moving large, highly valued, or oddly shaped items like artwork, antiques, and sculptures.

2. Advanced Packing Materials

The quality and grade of the packing materials used constitute another highly critical aspect for safeguarding fragile items. Various specialized materials that international movers use to protect fragile belongings include:

Bubble Wrap: Very good at cushioning and absorbing shocks, suitable for glassware, ceramics, and electronics.

Packing Paper: This is used to wrap each item individually. This will avoid scratches or minor impacts.

Foam Sheets and Peanuts: These fill up empty spaces in the boxes and avoid the shifting of objects within them. They provide extra padding, too.

Edge Protectors: Reinforce corners and edges of items; they are easily susceptible to damage.

These materials withstand the rigors of international transportation, ensuring your fragile items remain intact.

3. Double Boxing Technique

Probably the best measure to protect fragile goods in international moving is going to be the double boxing technique. The process consists of placing the fragile entity in a well-padded smaller box and subsequently in a larger box with more padding material. This double layering for protection of the items will help in absorbing the shocks or vibrations that may occur during transit, thereby providing extra protection from damage. This method applies very well to extremely fragile items, like fine china, sensitive electronics, and small antiques.

4. Climate-Controlled Shipping

These include items that are sensitive to temperature and humidity changes, such as fine arts, musical instruments, and antique furniture. International moving companies provide climate-controlled shipping for these kinds of items to help guard against environmental fluctuations. The use of climate-controlled containers or trucks helps to avoid damage by extreme temperatures, moisture, or dryness; hence, it is very important for the integrity and value maintenance of sensitive fragile items over a long-distance move.

5. Real-Time Tracking and Monitoring

The traditional way of handling fragile items by international moving companies has undergone a sea change with the introduction of technology. Real-time tracking and monitoring systems enable movers and clients to trace, at all times during the journey, the location and condition of their shipment. The progress of the shipment continues to be updated through GPS tracking devices, while temperature, humidity, and even vibration can be constantly monitored by sensors inside the containers. This level of control is very important in ensuring that any problem is addressed on the spot, thereby giving clients peace of mind and greater safety for items of a fragile nature.

6. Expert Handling and Training

The human factor is at work just as much in the safe transport of fragile items. A professional international moving company is serious about investing in the training and expertise of its employees so that fragile items are treated with the care that they need. Moving people have received special training in careful packing, appropriate lifting techniques, and how to handle delicate things best. Such expertise minimizes the risk of accidents and ensures that packing, loading, and unloading of fragile items are done safely.

7. Comprehensive Insurance Coverage

After all the precautions, there can be an accident. Reputable international moving companies provide comprehensive insurance coverage on your fragile items. This could provide clients with financial protection against damage or loss while in transit. Many insurance options will ensure that the values and fragile goods of clients are well protected.

Conclusion Innovative techniques and sophisticated technologies have dramatically changed the way in which international moving companies handle fragile items. This will ensure that treasured possessions are moved safely and securely through advances in custom crating, advanced packing materials, climate-controlled shipping, and real-time monitoring. Such methods, allied with investment in expert handling, help international movers provide clients peace of mind regarding the safety of their fragile items. Knowing the following new techniques can ensure that your fragile goods reach their destination safely when you have another international move lined up.

[jgomez804]

Family owned company that provides security and peace of mind knowing where your vehicles trucks/ trailer /heavy Freightliners/Cars know where it is in real time.With GPS Trackers Cameras and live ELD Hos Logbook and personal Trackers much more.

[atrak6195]

Atrak is one of the best companies offering high-quality GPS tracking devices in Melbourne. We provide advanced GPS tracking gadgets and fleet management solutions at affordable rates. Our tracking devices can be used for both business and personal purposes. We make sure to provide the best GPS tracking solutions in Melbourne. Call us at +61 413 130 579 or visit our website for more information.

[wedelivergravel01]

Stone Slinger Services and the Role of Technology in Modern Construction

In today's fast-paced world, the construction industry is constantly evolving, driven by advancements in technology that aim to enhance efficiency and productivity. One such innovation that has revolutionized material placement in construction projects is the stone slinger service. In Toronto, WeDeliverGravel.com has emerged as a leading provider of stone slinger services, combining cutting-edge technology with exceptional customer service.

Cutting-Edge Technology for Precise Material Distribution: WeDeliverGravel.com's Advanced Fleet

A stone slinger service involves the use of specialized trucks equipped with conveyor systems that can precisely and accurately distribute a variety of construction materials, such as stone, gravel, sand, and soil. This innovative approach eliminates the need for manual labor-intensive processes, saving time and reducing the risk of injuries on the worksite.

WeDeliverGravel.com utilizes state-of-the-art stone slinger trucks that are operated by highly skilled professionals. With our expertise, we can maneuver the equipment to deliver materials to even the most challenging and inaccessible areas, such as steep slopes, tight spaces, or elevated surfaces. This level of precision and versatility allows for more efficient and effective material placement, ultimately enhancing the overall construction process.

Maneuverability and Accessibility: Overcoming Construction Challenges with Stone Slinger Services

The role of technology in stone slinger services goes beyond the vehicles themselves. WeDeliverGravel.com leverages advanced software systems to optimize routing and scheduling, ensuring prompt and reliable delivery to project sites. This streamlines project timeline and minimizes delays, enabling construction teams to work with greater efficiency and stay on track.

Efficient Delivery Management: Streamlining Project Logistics with Technology

Moreover, technology plays a vital role in the monitoring and maintenance of stone slinger trucks. WeDeliverGravel.com utilizes telematics and GPS tracking systems to monitor the performance and location of our fleet in real time. This proactive approach allows for timely maintenance, reducing the risk of breakdowns and ensuring uninterrupted service.

Proactive Fleet Monitoring and Maintenance: Ensuring Reliable Service and Minimizing Downtime

The adoption of stone slinger services with advanced technology offers numerous benefits for construction projects in Toronto. It eliminates the need for manual material handling, reducing physical strain on workers and enhancing safety on the job site. Additionally, the precise and accurate material placement provided by stone slinger trucks improves the overall quality and consistency of the construction project.

WeDeliverGravel.com, with its commitment to leveraging the latest technology, stands as a trusted partner for stone slinger services in Toronto. we combine the power of innovative equipment with experienced operators to provide exceptional service tailored to the unique needs of each project.

In conclusion, stone slinger services have redefined material placement in modern construction. 

By embracing technology and utilizing advanced equipment, companies like WeDeliverGravel.com are revolutionizing the construction industry in Toronto. With our precise and efficient material distribution, we enable construction teams to work faster, safer, and with greater precision. When it comes to stone slinger services in Toronto, WeDeliverGravel.com stands at the forefront

[lunaavaa]

Best Logistics Fleet Management Software

In the rapidly evolving world of logistics, effective fleet management is the key to success.

 Whether you oversee a fleet of trucks, delivery trucks, or a combination of vehicles, having the right logistics fleet management software can be a game changer. These software solutions are designed to streamline operations, reduce costs and improve overall efficiency. In this article, we'll explore some of the best logistics fleet management software options available, each offering unique features to help businesses navigate the path to efficiency.

1. Geotab: 

Geotab is a comprehensive fleet management software known for its real-time tracking, route optimization, and maintenance tracking. It's a versatile solution suitable for fleets of all sizes.

2. Samsara: 

Samsara offers a robust fleet management platform with features like real-time GPS tracking, driver safety monitoring, and vehicle diagnostics.

 It's a favorite among businesses looking to enhance safety and compliance.

3. Teletrac Navman: 

Teletrac Navman provides fleet management software focused on real-time tracking, compliance and driver behavior monitoring.

 This is the preferred choice for companies looking to improve driver performance and reduce fuel costs.

4. Fleet Complete: 

Fleet Complete offers a comprehensive suite of fleet management tools, including GPS tracking, dispatching and asset management. It is highly adaptable and can cater to different industries.

5. KeepTruckin: 

KeepTruckin is known for its user-friendly fleet management software. It offers features like electronic logging, IFTA reporting, and vehicle inspections, making it a great choice for small to medium fleets.

6. Verizon Connect: 

Verizon Connect provides GPS fleet tracking software focused on route optimization, fuel management and field service automation. It is ideal for businesses looking to reduce costs and increase productivity.

7. Route4Me: 

Route4Me offers advanced route optimization software, perfect for last-mile delivery operations. It offers real-time tracking, geolocation, and route planning capabilities, making it an essential tool for businesses delivering  to customers.

8. WorkWave Route Manager: 

WorkWave Route Manager is a cloud-based fleet management solution designed for mobile workforces. It offers route optimization, GPS tracking, and reporting, making it an ideal choice for delivery businesses.

Selecting the right logistics fleet management software is crucial for businesses seeking to stay competitive and efficient in the logistics industry. These software solutions cater to a wide range of needs, from real-time tracking and route optimization to driver safety and compliance.

As the logistics landscape continues to evolve, having the best fleet management software can put your business on the path to success.

[nickgerlich]

Up In The Air

A decade has passed since Amazon founder Jeff Bezos rocked the universe with yet another disruption to the way we do things. He announced that Amazon Prime Air would one day deliver packages to shoppers. It was a jaw-dropping moment that evening for those watching CBS’ 60 Minutes, and quickly spread across all media.

For fans of The Jetsons, it was confirmation that all those hours spent watching a futuristic cartoon were worth it, because one more thing was coming true.

Unfortunately for Bezos, there would be many hurdles, not the least of which was the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration). Even with Bezos’ promise that his drones would only fly at altitudes less than 400 feet, there was still the possibility that mishaps with airlines could occur, not to mention flying into very tall buildings, power lines, wind turbines, and anything else jutting out of the earth.

Amazon completed its first drone delivery in December 2016, although that is not to say that his unmanned aerial vehicles have taken to the skies in large numbers. There are still a lot of things to work out, as well as limitations on the size and weight of parcels. Oh, and never mind rednecks who took it upon themselves to declare open season on an entirely new species of bird.

But that has not stopped Amazon as well as Walmart and courier companies like UPS and FedEx from working toward solving those matters. In fact, Walmart, in partnership with Alphabet’s Wing division, just announced it would start a new drone delivery program in north Dallas suburbs by the end of the year. Residences within a six-mile radius of two stores—60,000 of them—will be able to receive drone delivery within 30 minutes.

In fact, Walmart has been quietly amassing a solid history of drone delivery, with more than 10,000 deliveries from 36 stores in seven states. In contrast, CNBC reported last May that Amazon had only made 100 drone deliveries thus far, in spite of having forecast 10,000 for this year.

If it is beginning to look like Bezos was merely in the inspiration business, you might just be right. His wild dream has failed to take off, while his biggest competitor in the retail space is doing amazingly well with it.

Yes, there are still many concerns, such as whether the recipient needs to be present to take delivery. Porch pirates could steal anything dropped from the sky. Pets might have a little too much fun opening the box. And, of course, you would not do your weekly shopping online and hope to have it all delivered by a drone. The limit is 10 pounds.

I rather like this idea, though. I can imagine a day when residences will have a small helipad in their front yard, a target for the drone to hit. With precise GPS coordinates, hitting the target would be straightforward. Better yet, beyond all the convenience of receiving purchases about as fast as one could possibly imagine while never leaving home, drones fall into the “One Less Car” category. Your car. Their delivery truck. Whatever. These could help alleviate traffic snarls, and since drones fly on a straight line path not bound by where the roads are, this is about as good as it gets.

Well, as long as operators at home base can keep them from flying into one another. And I do have to wonder how Walmart will be able to track UPS or Amazon drones in the sky. Details, details.

Now think of the new jobs that will arise from a nationwide deployment of drones. Highly-trained operators will be needed to program and oversee deliveries. This is far more sophisticated than flying radio-control toys or using a drone to photograph for fun or to help sell real estate. This is one more net benefit.

If I could just get the local Thai place to use these. I dream of the day when I could exit the Classroom Center at the designated moment, and my lunch slowly drops from the sky into my ever-loving hands. DoorDash, you better take note. How about that? A disrupter being disrupted by more technology.

It’s just too bad the guy who envisioned it all hasn’t yet been able to actually do it.

Dr “I’ll Be Out Front” Gerlich

Audio Blog

[logisticsandtransportation]

Location Infrastructure: The Future of Logistics

Modern consumers seek things that are both reasonably priced and easily accessible at any time in today's globalized and connected culture. Supply chains must be dependable and robust for this.

The weakest connection in supply chains determines how robust the network is, and as recent years have shown, transportation is typically that weak link. Logistics is the more accessible and more effective transportation and management of a complicated activity. In business, logistics is the movement of goods from their origin to their final destination to satisfy the demands of clients or companies.

Some companies use drones for international courier services and ocean freight forwarding services. This will reduce the time it takes to deliver packages from days to hours. Therefore, businesses can deliver the value consumers want without blowing their budgets on transportation logistics or impeding the flow of commodities vital to the global economy.

Opportunity in India

One of the largest in the world in terms of logistics, India offers a substantial market opportunity. The industry, which includes transportation, warehousing, and other supply-chain solutions spanning from the suppliers to the end customers, logistics as an industry is essential for the nation's economic progress.

Role of Technology

Society is evolving thanks to technology. The world is heading toward automation in a big way, and businesses are less and less interested in activities that need physical labour or human interaction.

Technology enhances interconnections between various industries and companies by meeting client requests and facilitating effective business tactics that increase revenue and lessen rivalry. The logistics sector has been significantly touched by technology.

Several technologies are altering the future of the logistics sector.

Automation

Automation enhances a machine's productivity by utilizing data from software to produce the best outcomes with high precision. Automation benefits everything from better package labelling to effective warehouse sorting systems and quick deliveries. Future leaders in logistics will be the companies that use automation first.

Systems for tracking shipments

Users can keep an eye on and track their shipments by using it. It offers customer account information on the consignment assigned to them, customized reports, and notifications for shipments and messages. These systems improve the user experience.

Internet of Things (IoT)

The Internet of Things (IoT) is a network where physical things are implanted with microchips and software to enable communication with other devices. The logistics sector has been utilizing IoT devices to gather data, lessen superfluous duties, and streamline processes.

Radio waves are used by Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) RFID to read data stored in RFID tags or smart labels. These radio waves assist in locating, identifying, and communicating with both people and objects.

An antenna, an RFID tag, and an RFID reader make up an RFID system. An integrated circuit and an antenna make up RFID tags, which transmit data to an RFID reader (also known as an interrogator).

The reader assists in converting the radio waves into more meaningful data. The operating systems get the information received from tags through a communication interface, which is then saved in a database and later processed for analysis.

Automated vehicles and drones

Drones could soon be used to deliver our orders thanks to technology. We can already see autonomous trucks on the road in the next few years.

GPS accuracy was improved

In the past, printed maps were utilized to navigate distant locations, but with the advancement of technology, today, cars come equipped with GPS. These gadgets' accuracy has dramatically improved over the years, which has helped disgruntled and lost drivers and the supply chain. By tracking the whereabouts of trucks and facilitating a simple route thanks to access to up-to-date traffic information, GPS's high precision enables higher production and delighted consumers.

Social media

The power of social media is enhancing operations and the logistics sector as a whole. These platforms are increasingly the simplest and most effective means for businesses to interact with customers and swiftly disseminate important information, market news, and client feedback.

Blockchain

Blockchain has a lot to offer the logistics sector. Automating the process, minimizing paperwork, and improving inventory transparency and traceability, enables businesses to operate more efficiently. Since all data is exchanged from the manufacturing site until it reaches the end user, supply chains are more secure.

Robotics

Like automated devices, robots are made to carry out human activities. It performs human movements and tasks and has a human appearance. The logistics sector can benefit from this feature. The logistics sector has found it challenging to meet market demand due to the massive growth of e-commerce, a problem that robotics has resolved. In addition to taking less time than people, it is also more productive.

Conclusion

The global supply chain's productivity has increased thanks to technology, which has also decreased expenses and errors. Transportation, international courier service transportation (by sea and air), supply chain management, and shipment tracking are examples of how the logistics industries have benefited. Many businesses offer solutions to the logistics sector to make their jobs easier. This company is making great future benefits for its clients.

[jhscdood]

- Many trucks are now tracked with GPS by their companies so they really, really can't go over their assigned speed.

- If you need a more visceral example of why you don't mess with trucks, go watch the Mythbusters (try to) mess with them.

A PSA about trucks from a truck driver

I and some colleagues were talking about how we wish everyone could see the safety videos that our company was showing us, because I don’t think most people understand how traffic works in a truck. So here’s some things we wish everyone on the road knew.

- we’re not kidding about tailgating. If you’re right behind us on a straight highway? Chances are we have NO IDEA you’re there, which means we can’t anticipate any of your movements. Plus slowing down takes multiple downshifts, so we might start decreasing speed way earlier than you expect.

- We’re not kidding about any of our blind spots. WE CAN’T SEE YOU, GUYS.

- That bit about slowing down taking a while? The same goes for when you’re in front of us. Don’t cut off a truck. Oh god, PLEASE don’t cut off a truck. If you cut me off, I’m not irritated, I’m terrified. For YOU. It can take 7 to 9 seconds for us to stop. DON’T CUT OFF TRUCKS.

- Before you get mad about how slow we’re going on the highway, keep in mind that many companies govern their vehicles so they literally CAN’T go over 60 or 65. This is a good thing, I promise. Because…

- Do you know what happens when a car meets a truck in an accident? The car gets totaled and the truck needs a new coat of paint. You will not win this fight. I know nobody likes getting stuck behind a big dumb truck, but it’s not worth your life.

We are trying our best to protect you from our 80,000 pound death machines. Please help us out.

[meika-kuna]

Long-Distance Towing Solutions by Queens-Based Companies

Long-distance towing solutions offered by queens-based companies provide reliable and secure transportation for vehicles over extended distances. Whether relocating a car to another city or delivering a non-operational vehicle to a specialized repair facility, these services cater to both personal and commercial needs. Equipped with advanced flatbed trucks and experienced operators, queens towing companies ensure your vehicle's safety throughout the journey. They offer tailored solutions for classic cars, luxury vehicles, and large trucks, using proper equipment to prevent damage. Many companies provide transparent pricing, gps tracking, and 24/7 support, ensuring a hassle-free experience. By choosing a reputable towing service in queens, you can trust your vehicle will reach its destination efficiently and in excellent condition.

Emergency Towing Services Available 24/7

One of the standout features of a reputable towing company queens is its 24/7 emergency towing service. Accidents, breakdowns, or flat tires can happen anytime, and having a dependable towing service on call ensures you’re never stranded for long. With quick response times and experienced operators, queens-based towing companies provide safe and efficient transport to repair shops or home locations, minimizing stress during roadside emergencies.  

Flatbed Towing for Secure Vehicle Transport  

Many towing companies  queens offer flatbed towing, a secure option for transporting vehicles without risking damage. Ideal for luxury cars, motorcycles, and non-operational vehicles, flatbed towing lifts the entire vehicle off the ground for safe transport. Queens’ busy streets and high traffic demand careful handling of vehicles, and flatbed towing ensures peace of mind for car owners.  

Roadside Assistance Beyond Towing  

Towing companies queens provide more than just vehicle towing; they offer comprehensive roadside assistance. Services like jump-starts, fuel delivery, lockout assistance, and tire changes help drivers resolve minor issues on-site. This proactive approach saves time and reduces the inconvenience of unnecessary tows. Reliable roadside assistance from queens towing companies ensures that you can get back on the road quickly and safely.  

Accident Recovery and Damage-Free Removal

After an accident, a professional towing company in queens plays a vital role in safely removing damaged vehicles from the scene. These companies work closely with law enforcement and insurance providers to streamline the process for vehicle owners. Using advanced equipment and skilled operators, they ensure that vehicles are transported without further damage, helping to restore normal traffic flow efficiently.  

Heavy-Duty Towing for Commercial Needs 

Queens is home to numerous businesses that rely on commercial vehicles, and many towing companies cater to these needs with heavy-duty towing services. Whether it’s a semi-truck, bus, or construction equipment, these specialized services handle large and heavy vehicles with appropriate tow trucks and expertise. For businesses in queens, partnering with a reliable towing company ensures minimal downtime and seamless operations when emergencies arise.  

Affordable and Transparent Pricing 

One of the main concerns for drivers needing towing services is cost. Reputable towing companies in queens prioritize transparent pricing, ensuring customers understand the charges upfront. They provide competitive rates without hidden fees, making professional towing services accessible to everyone. With clear communication and reasonable costs, these companies build trust and long-term relationships with their customers.  

Tips for Choosing the Right Towing Company in Queens 

Selecting the right towing company queens drivers can trust involves careful consideration. Look for companies with positive customer reviews, prompt response times, and a wide range of services. Ensure they are licensed, insured, and equipped with modern tow trucks for efficient and safe transport. Additionally, prioritize companies that offer 24/7 availability, as emergencies can occur anytime.  

Conclusion

A reliable towing company queens residents can depend on provides more than just vehicle transport; it ensures safety, convenience, and peace of mind. Whether you need emergency towing, accident recovery, or heavy-duty services, queens-based towing companies are equipped to handle all your vehicle assistance needs. By choosing a reputable provider with transparent pricing and a comprehensive service range, you can navigate any roadside challenge with confidence. Invest in a trustworthy towing company to ensure your vehicle is in safe hands, no matter the situation.

[guiltiest-gear]

To all the people who don't know what this means, I can explain

I'm gonna assume you basically know next to nothing with this, besides some very minimal basics

See below the cut because the post is pretty long

The developer's command history

All the commands that the developer inputted into their terminal, and a terminal is a text-based way of doing things on your computer

The developer's browser history

The record of all the places your browser visited since install or the last complete clear of the history

The source code of their code

That's the actual code of the application running out in the world

Access to their private GitHub repositories

Private GitHub repositories are obviously supposed to be private, meaning they can only be accessed and seen by certain people. Access to those repositories means that entire point of privacy has been rendered completely pointless. And of course, a repository is just a place where you can store code on GitHub, GitHub is a website that hosts git repositories, and git is a version control system, meaning it tracks changes that happen to files and code

A username/password to one of their log servers

A username is a way of identifying yourself on a computer, and a password is a way of protecting yourself from other people using your username, because only you should know your password. A log server is a computer that collects data that an application emits as telemetry, which is essentially just communicating back to a certain computer. They're a place to see how an application is doing, and see if anything is going wrong

The URL you need to GPS track any of their trucks

URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator, which is essentially like directions to get to someone's house. This means if you were to put that URL in your browser, you can view the exact location of any of the company's trucks at any time

The identity of their "stealth startup"

I would assume this essentially means a cover for their company, like wearing a mask to disguise yourself. I'm not gonna try and explain something I don't know, so I'm not gonna try and give out false information

Their slack login (browser cookies)

Slack is essentially a messaging platform designed for businesses and companies, like if Discord was boring, think of it that way. Browser cookies are little tidbits of data that can contain things like website preferences, setting, and login information, so you don't have to set everything back up the moment you close your browser or close the tab the website is on

Hope this helps people who don't know anything about tech understand how bad this is

And of course Tl;Dr the dev basically leaked a lot of personal information out into the world, where anyone running their application could see it

first rule of software development is just deploy that shit baby

[akaltruck]

The Role of Technology in Modern Truck Maintenance

In today’s fast-paced world, the trucking industry relies heavily on advanced technology to ensure trucks stay in optimal condition. With long distances, heavy loads, and varying weather conditions, trucks endure a lot of wear and tear. Modern technology now plays a pivotal role in streamlining maintenance, improving safety, and reducing downtime. For companies needing commercial truck repair in Winnipeg, embracing these advancements is key to maintaining a competitive edge.

1. Predictive Maintenance and Data Analytics

Predictive maintenance has revolutionized truck servicing. By analyzing data from sensors placed throughout the truck, mechanics can predict when parts are likely to wear out or fail. This allows companies to replace parts before they break, preventing costly breakdowns on the road. For instance, Winnipeg-based fleets benefit from this technology by planning maintenance during off-hours, ensuring minimal disruption to their schedules.

2. Telematics Systems for Monitoring Truck Health

Telematics systems combine GPS tracking with real-time data about the truck’s health. These systems monitor engine performance, fuel consumption, and other key metrics. Fleet managers and commercial truck repair shops in Winnipeg can access this data to stay informed about each vehicle’s condition. Telematics technology allows repair teams to detect issues as they arise, minimizing the risk of unexpected breakdowns.

3. Automated Diagnostic Tools

Traditional diagnostic processes are time-consuming, but today’s automated diagnostic tools make it possible to quickly identify the root cause of a problem. Many Winnipeg truck repair facilities use computerized scanners to evaluate the truck’s systems, from brakes to electrical components. This precision not only speeds up repair times but also ensures trucks are safe and ready for the road.

4. Digital Maintenance Records and Scheduling

Gone are the days of relying on paper logs. Digital records keep detailed histories of every repair, replacement, and inspection, making it easier for mechanics to understand a vehicle’s past issues. These records allow commercial truck repair providers in Winnipeg to create personalized maintenance schedules, ensuring each truck gets timely service.

5. Mobile Apps and Online Booking Systems

In a busy industry, convenience matters. Mobile apps and online booking systems simplify the scheduling of maintenance and repairs. Trucking companies in Winnipeg can now book appointments for commercial truck repair with just a few clicks. This minimizes downtime, ensuring trucks return to service quickly.

Conclusion

Technology continues to reshape truck maintenance, bringing efficiency and safety to a whole new level. With predictive maintenance, telematics, automated diagnostics, digital records, and online scheduling, companies that rely on commercial truck repair in Winnipeg can enjoy fewer breakdowns and lower repair costs. As technology advances, the industry is set to become even more efficient, benefiting both truck operators and the communities they serve.

[kims123456]

The Role of IoT in Modern Logistics: Real-Time Tracking and Monitoring for Enhanced Efficiency

The Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized multiple industries, and logistics is no exception. In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, logistics providers are under immense pressure to deliver goods quickly, efficiently, and transparently. IoT technology, which involves connecting physical devices to the internet, allows for real-time data collection, transmission, and analysis, helping companies gain unprecedented visibility and control over their logistics operations. From real-time tracking to predictive maintenance, IoT is transforming logistics by enhancing efficiency, improving decision-making, and reducing costs logistic institute in kochi

1. Real-Time Tracking and Visibility

One of the most valuable aspects of IoT in logistics is the ability to track assets and shipments in real time. By equipping vehicles, containers, and packages with IoT-enabled sensors, logistics providers can monitor the precise location of goods at every step of the supply chain. This enhanced visibility reduces the chances of lost or misplaced shipments, improves route optimization, and enables better management of delivery times.

For example, GPS-enabled IoT devices in trucks allow logistics managers to see the exact location of their fleet. This level of tracking not only helps in efficient route planning but also assists in real-time decision-making if there are delays or route diversions. For customers, real-time tracking adds transparency, as they can monitor the status of their orders through customer portals, improving customer satisfaction and loyalty.

2. Enhanced Inventory Management

IoT technology also offers significant benefits for inventory management. With IoT-enabled sensors on inventory, logistics and warehouse managers can monitor stock levels, detect when items are low, and automate reordering processes. By knowing precisely how much inventory is available and where it is located, companies can minimize out-of-stock situations, reduce inventory carrying costs, and improve fulfillment times.

In addition, smart shelves and automated inventory tracking systems powered by IoT sensors can detect and report discrepancies, helping to identify theft or other losses quickly. This level of control over inventory ensures that warehouses operate with maximum efficiency, minimizing delays and enhancing overall productivity.

3. Predictive Maintenance of Vehicles and Equipment

Logistics companies rely heavily on vehicles and equipment, which require regular maintenance to avoid breakdowns and delays. IoT-enabled sensors can monitor critical aspects of vehicles, such as engine temperature, fuel levels, and tire pressure. By collecting data on vehicle performance, IoT systems can predict when maintenance is required, allowing companies to address potential issues before they result in costly breakdowns.

This predictive maintenance approach is a significant advancement over traditional, time-based maintenance schedules. It reduces the risk of unexpected equipment failures, minimizes downtime, and prolongs the life of assets. Furthermore, predictive maintenance helps optimize the use of spare parts and reduces maintenance costs, enhancing overall operational efficiency.

4. Streamlined Fleet Management

Managing a fleet of vehicles requires careful coordination to ensure timely deliveries and efficient fuel usage. IoT technology provides fleet managers with a wealth of data on vehicle location, driver behavior, fuel consumption, and route efficiency. By analyzing this data, fleet managers can identify optimal routes, minimize idle times, and reduce fuel consumption.

IoT-based fleet management systems also enhance driver safety by monitoring speed, harsh braking, and other driving behaviors. Alerts can be sent to drivers to encourage safer practices, and data on driving patterns can be used to provide targeted training. In addition, IoT sensors can provide real-time data on road and weather conditions, enabling drivers to avoid potential hazards and delays, improving overall fleet efficiency.

5. Improving Cold Chain Logistics

For industries that rely on the cold chain, such as food and pharmaceuticals, maintaining the correct temperature during transportation is critical. IoT sensors can monitor the temperature and humidity inside refrigerated trucks or containers in real time. If the temperature falls outside the acceptable range, alerts can be sent to logistics managers, who can then take immediate action to address the issue.

This level of monitoring ensures that perishable goods are kept within their required environmental conditions, reducing the risk of spoilage and waste. By improving the reliability of cold chain logistics, IoT contributes to greater customer satisfaction and helps companies avoid the financial losses associated with damaged goods.

6. Data-Driven Decision Making and Analytics

IoT devices generate a vast amount of data that, when analyzed, can provide valuable insights for decision-making. From predicting demand trends to identifying bottlenecks in logistics processes, data analytics allows companies to make informed choices that improve efficiency and reduce costs. Machine learning algorithms can analyze data from IoT devices to recognize patterns, such as recurring delays in specific routes or consistent temperature fluctuations in a particular fleet.

With these insights, logistics providers can optimize their operations, plan for seasonal demand fluctuations, and improve delivery routes. This data-driven approach empowers companies to be proactive rather than reactive, enabling them to address challenges before they impact the bottom line.

7. Enhancing Security and Reducing Losses

Security is a significant concern in logistics, particularly with high-value goods. IoT-enabled sensors and tracking devices can help deter theft and monitor the condition of goods during transit. For instance, IoT devices equipped with motion or door sensors can alert logistics managers if a container is opened unexpectedly, allowing them to take immediate action.

Additionally, geofencing technology enables companies to create virtual boundaries for vehicles or shipments. If a vehicle or asset goes beyond the designated boundary, an alert is triggered, and the logistics team can investigate potential security issues. By enhancing security, IoT helps protect valuable assets and reduce losses associated with theft or damage.

8. Sustainability and Cost Reduction

The data collected by IoT devices can also help logistics providers make their operations more sustainable. For instance, route optimization reduces fuel consumption and lowers emissions, contributing to environmental goals. By maintaining vehicles more effectively through predictive maintenance, companies can reduce fuel consumption and extend the life of their assets, leading to both environmental and financial benefits.

IoT also helps reduce energy use in warehouses by enabling automated control of lighting, heating, and cooling systems based on real-time occupancy and environmental data. This approach to resource management not only lowers operating costs but also supports sustainability efforts, making logistics companies more eco-friendly.

IoT is driving significant advancements in logistics by enabling real-time tracking, predictive maintenance, enhanced inventory management, and data-driven decision-making. The transparency, efficiency, and cost savings IoT brings to logistics operations are essential for meeting today’s high consumer expectations and competitive pressures. By leveraging IoT, logistics providers can optimize their processes, improve service quality, and make their operations more sustainable.As IoT technology continues to evolve, we can expect even more sophisticated solutions to emerge, further enhancing logistics management and helping companies keep up with the increasing demands of the modern marketplace. For logistics providers aiming to remain competitive, investing in IoT is no longer optional—it is essential for future-proofing their operations and delivering on the promise of efficient, transparent, and customer-centric service logistics courses in kochi