Archive for September, 2008

THE INTERNET GAMING phenomenon is making its way to TA via Zazoox, a PC-based gaming and high-speed internet kiosk. Twenty-one Zazoox kiosks are up and running at TAs nationwide, and 66 more are in the process of being installed. Drivers pay for use by the minute, with cash or a credit card, and Zazoox kiosks allow users to create accounts and prepay for usage. The system will keep track of how many minutes have been used, so users can spread their gaming and internet use out over several TA vi…

A 2005 FREIGHTLINER done up by the talented “boyz” of the Chrome Shop Mafia is currently making appearances at TAs across the country. Drivers can hop in the truck deemed Sweet Freedom, take a look and complete an entry form to win it. The tour of TAs runs through Nov. 18, and a winner will be announced on the Midnight Trucking Show Network on Nov. 24. The truck is the grand prize in a contest by J.B. Hunt Transport, the Midnight Trucking Show Network and the Chrome Shop Mafia. Dri…

TIMES ARE TOUGH. The U.S. economy is sputtering. And you’re out there every day trying to make a living. When you come to TA, we want to help you. We want to give you a break from the stresses of your job. We looked beyond the standards we’ve set in the past to find ways to help meet your needs in tough times. How can I get better fuel mileage? Our shops are the largest network of on-interstate repair facilities. Our technicians are ASE certified. TA Shops are second to none. We of…

When Bloomsburg opened its doors to drivers nearly 40 years ago, it was an independent “mom & pop” stop. Over the last few decades the business grew, built up a loyal group of regulars and eventually joined the TA family. But success never affected the sense of community. Waitress Shirley Miller has been serving drivers at the Buckhorn restaurant since Bloomsburg’s first day in business 38 years ago, David Richards has held a number of positions over the past 23 years, and…