Yesterday we published some of our thoughts and takeaways from the 2012 Mid America Truck Show. Today, we wanted to share some pictures from the event. Enjoy!
Kalmar/Cargotec will have quite the spread at the Mid America Truck Show
March 22, 2012 By Leave a Comment
The Mid America Truck show begins today.
We blogged about the details last week here. Most years Louisville Switching joins our Nashville counterparts in the world of Ottawa/Kalmar to man the booth so to speak. We usually have one of our newer model Kalmar trucks, or a really nice rehabbed Ottawa Terminal Tractor. This year, Alley-Cassetty and Kalmar/Cargotec are bringing in three different trucks, including a gas powered truck, and we’ll have a much bigger booth.
While we won’t have a spread like Peter Built, Mack or Cummins, we are stepping it up a notch.
If you’re a client, vendor, supplier or partner attending the show, please stop by and say hi. One of our favorite parts of the show each year is connecting with industry friends. The truck show has a pdf of the floor plan available. You’ll have to zoom in at least 10-15 times in order to see anything, but it’s very helpful in finding your way around.
So come on out to the Mid America Truck show Thursday, Friday, or Saturday and participate in one of the largest events to come to the midwest each year.
P.S. Go Cats and go Cards!
We’ll see you at the Mid America Truck Show
March 15, 2012 By Leave a Comment
It’s time once again for the Mid America Truck Show in Louisville. This yearly event is always a crowd-pleaser for those in the trucking industry. It’s also one of the biggest events in Louisville, bringing over 70,000 trucking professionals to the state!
This year’s event runs from March 22-24 at the Kentucky Fair & Expo Center.
This is typically the largest show held in Louisville, Kentucky. If you’ve never been, it’s a lot to take in. Louisville Switching Truck Sales will set up a booth with Alley-Cassetty and Kalmar/Cargotec and will be on-site all weekend to talk with attendees and answer any questions they may have.
The show is always a great place to see old friends in the industry, form new relationships as we do each year, and engage with the trucking community.
Here are a few reminders:
- You can pre-register online which is encouraged to expedite wait time at the show.
- Each attendee must register individually.
- If you’re traveling from out of town, you can view hotel information here.
- Here’s a list of Louisville restaurants and entertainment to check out while you’re here.
Here are some ways you can stay in the loop:
• Follow The Truck Show on Twitter
• Like them on Facebook
• Visit the show’s website
• Contact us with any questions
We look forward to seeing you there!
Record snowfall equals a good time to buy automatic ice-chains for your fleet
November 11, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Our leaves have turned into a beautiful panorama of colors. The air is crisp and clean. Our friends in New England were inundated with snow last week. I was reflecting on the change of seasons and decided to walk back to share my reflections with Butch.
I was prepared to share my thoughts if I could have found him. He was hidden behind a mountain of new Insta-Chains sets and parts that had just arrived. I don’t know how long it took to unload this shipment, but it had to be a while. Even longer to put it all away.
The sides of the building are bulging at the seams with all of this stock that we have now. No need to worry though, because as soon as we have the first snowfall or the roads are covered with ice, these chains will be leaving as fast as they came in.
Here is a thought to consider. You can avoid the rush by ordering now, and you will be prepared when the bad weather arrives instead of being one of those that is stuck in a ditch wishing that you had already installed them.
If you are not sure how they work, then check out this video. They are amazing to say the least …
I think I will make another attempt to find Butch and make sure that he is still able to get out of his office. I better take my lunch with me. This may take awhile.
Mid America Truck Show Reminder
March 15, 2011 By Leave a Comment
We wanted to take a minute and remind everyone that the Mid America Truck Show is just two weeks away. The show runs from March 31 – April 2 at the Kentucky Exposition Center.
This is typically the largest show held in Louisville, Kentucky. If you’ve never been, it’s a lot to take in. Just like in years past, Louisville Switching Truck Sales will set up a booth and will be on-site all weekend to talk with attendees and answer any questions they may have.
The show is always a great place to see old friends in the industry, form new relationships as we did last year, and engage with the trucking community.
Here are a few reminders:
• You can pre-register online. Since we’ve passed the free registration date of March 1, online registration is $10.
• Each attendee must register individually.
Here are some ways you can stay in the loop:
• Follow The Truck Show on Twitter
• Fan them on Facebook
• Visit the show’s website
• Contact us with any questions
You can also get updates from Louisville Switching by following us on Twitter and Facebook.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Sign Up For Our Newsletter
February 22, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Louisville Switching is launching a new monthly newsletter and we’d love for you to be a part of it.
We were looking for a better way to inform you of things happening here at Louisville Switching, an easier way to relay news to those in the Ottawa/Kalmar truck business, and more. That’s how our newsletter came about.
The process is simple. Fill out this form then check your email. You’ll receive a confirmation email once you enter your information, and you’ll need to click on the link in the email to confirm your subscription to the newsletter.
We promise to keep your name completely private and provide a quick and easy unsubscribe link in each email in case you no longer want to receive communications from Louisville Switching.
Download Our Ottawa/Kalmar User’s Guide
February 15, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Louisville Switching has been in business for more than 30 years. We’ve learned a lot and have grown to become one of the most trusted sources for leasing and selling Ottawa/Kalmar trucks. We’ve compiled some of what we’ve learned into a user’s guide, created especially for safety managers, facilities managers, logistics managers, or current Ottawa/Kalmar users. This guide offers ways to help you reduce workmen’s comp claims and increase the efficiency of your yard operation. The Ottawa/Kalmar User’s Guide includes:
- A pre-operation safety checklist
- A pre-operation inspection list
- An operator evaluation form
The Ottawa/Kalmar Truck User’s Guide will help you:
- Create a safer operator experience
- Keep tabs on your Ottawa/Kalmar Truck for maintenance purposes
- Train new operators to be proficient prior to field use
- Increase efficiency in the use of your Terminal Tractors
Download the guide today and let us know if you have any other questions—we’d love to hear from you. Once you fill out the registration form you’ll be added to our monthly newsletter so you’ll stay connected with us on a more regular basis. Enjoy the guide!
It’s almost time for the Mid America Truck Show
January 19, 2011 By Leave a Comment
It’s that time of year again… Mid America Truck Show time! Though we’re still a few months out, we thought we could take a minute to remind everyone about the show, which runs from March 31 – April 2 at the Kentucky Exposition Center.
This show is for anyone in the heavy-duty trucking industry. It allows trucking professionals and industry representatives to meet and learn about the newest products and services. This year the show is celebrating its 40th anniversary. Representatives from Louisville Switching will be there in the Ottawa/Kalmar booth, so stop by our booth and say hi.
A few reminders:
- You can *pre-register online* for free until March 1. After March 1, online registration is $10.
- Each attendee must register individually.
- Complete registration by February 24 and your badge, which will get you in the show all three days, will be mailed to you.
Here are some ways you can stay in the loop:
- Follow along on Twitter:
- Become a fan on Facebook:
- Visit the show’s website
- Contact us with any questions
We hope to see you there!
2010 Mid America Truck Show update
April 22, 2010 By Leave a Comment
We had a last minute chance to participate in the 2010 Mid America Truck Show this past March and we jumped on it. Normally we have a booth each year in partnership with another Ottawa Truck Dealer and with some assistance from our dealer sponsors as well. Well with the state of the economy it appeared that we may have to sit this one out. However, Chris Troutt, our amazing salesman and jack of many trades pulled together a plan, a booth and a last minute show-truck.
Anyway here are a few of the pictures we captured and a short videos. The best video of the day was an impromptu testimonials from a former Ottawa truck operator. He gave some glowing recommendations and we promise he wasn’t paid 
We enjoyed the show as always and we’re looking forward to next year. One little known fact that we thought might be of interest is that the organizers of the show at the Ky Fair Grounds lease our Ottawa Terminal Tractors to deliver all the trailers into the North, South and West wings.
