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When Juan Freeman decides to look into something, he does it ever so thoroughly. Each tiny detail is minutely examined. Nothing is left to chance or supposition. Juan arrives at [...]

So 1959 maybe wasn't the most successful year in the history 'of American automobile design. Automobiles, however, like some wines and some people, can age gracefully and become more than [...]

The crew at Nissen's Hot Rod Garage has distinguished itself by building an extensive series of innovative hot rods. John Nissen has developed ideas and products for years but counts [...]

North of San Francisco near Santa Rosa is a tiny whistle stop called Cotati, California. This otherwise-obscure destination has an exceptionally rich history in the world of motorsports. The earliest [...]

Nissen's Hot Rod Garage has distinguished itself with an extensive series of innovative hot rods. John Nissen has developed ideas and products for years but counts his discovery of longtime [...]

The article offers information on the 48 Ford F-1 pickup truck displayed at the Hot Rod Garage in California. It states that the chassis of the pickup truck was completely handmade by its owner John Nissen and is independently sprung at all corners, milled, machined and polished. The panels are louvered are completely finished. It also mentions that the seats are created to match the brackets that support the exhaust system.

The article offers information on the automobile design of Norm Ricardo's Ford Ranch Wagon in San Leonardo, California. It states that Ricardo wants to enhance the appearance of his car, and enlisted paint master Darryl Hollenbeck to help with the project. It notes that for about seven months, the construction of the car was completed.

The article describes the customization of a 1948 Ford pickup truck. The customization was reportedly done by Nissen's Hot Rod Garage led by Tom Stephens. It describes how the Ford was fitted with other automobile parts including 1937 LaSalle fenders and handmade suspension. Plans for its final paint finish are also described.

The article focuses on the customized roadster pickup of car owner John Barbero. Topics discussed include a brief description of the customized vehicle and the modifications made by Barbero to the car which include the installation of a Ford Windsor engine and rework on the roadster pickup's interior.

The article focuses on the 1933 Ford coupe owned by Jim Schablein of West Harrison, Indiana. It is mentioned that Schablein has been a hot rod enthusiast his entire life and has owned several cars, and his father engaged in drag racing in the 1960s. He bought a 1933 Ford coupe when he was looking for a 1933 to 1934 three-window. Schablein customized the car and had it undergo a safety inspection at the 2005 Nats in Louisville. Details of the changes made to the car such as the 350 GMPP crate motor made to look like a 327 are mentioned.

The article discusses the outlook for contractors in dealing with the challenges being experienced by the power generation, transmission, and distribution construction markets during the economic recession. Analysts predict a continuing demand for service installations and critical conditions of aging infrastructure replacement and system enhancement. They mention clean-coal technologies, carbon-capture facility, and renewal of the production tax credit as financially viable schemes. Transmission and distribution of electricity and gas are also discussed.

This article discusses the need for contractors to evaluate their organizational structures as part of their business analysis initiative. Evaluating organizational structures is often overlooked by contractors as they become more focused on their operating metrics. Organizational structure is the backbone of operating companies that should adapt with changes in the business environment.

The article presents a forcast analysis for the U.S. utility industry for 2008. Analysts anticipate growth rates to exceed both gross domestic product and inflation. A growth of 13% for electric-power-generation utilities is expected. Worldwide generation spending is expected to continue rising particularly with regard to renewable energy sources such as the wind power.

The article discusses the highlights of the America's Most Beautiful Roadster (AMBR) show in 2008. The event features a wide array of high-quality cars and also bestows the AMBR award. The selection of Rudy Necoechea's 1932 model as the winner of the award in 2008 has been criticized. The modern hot rods have grown in quality of design as well as construction. Roy Brizio presented the restored Ala Kart, winner of the AMBR award in 1958 and again in 1959.

The article focuses on the digital signals from Brazil that can be heard in shortwave bands. It offers information on the radio communications of the Brazilian Navy, Army and Air Force. The communication signals of high seas fleet and riverine fleet are described. The article also cites the signals sent by the naval base in Rio.

The author reflects on the message of keynote speaker Chad Pregcake which focus on volunteerism and education of the communities towards environmental conservation. He stresses that one person cannot fulfill a huge mission without volunteer's help. He adds that the mission of the International Erosion Control Association (IECA) to develop a worldwide erosion and sediment control community can be achieved through education, networking, direction, hard work and industry of their volunteers.

Two letters to the editor is presented in response to the article "Southern Company Shares Top Ranking in National Customer Satisfaction Survey" in the May 8, 2006 issue and about the storm restoration for Mississippi Power.

Addresses challenges in full automation and factory scheduling as the semiconductor industry moves into 300 mm wafer production. Two approaches for ensuring 300 mm automated material handling system readiness and rapid production ramp; Advanced work-in-progress and data management techniques.