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Wagon 9988. Old UK railway wagon side panel

Cargo containers piled on top of one another. These containers are filled with goods to be shipped by boat around the world.

Shipping containers. Photographed in Kalundborg, Denmark.

Celebrate the road giants with our "Semi-Trailer Truck Majesty" design, highlighting the immense power, functionality, and importance of semi-trailer trucks in the transportation industry. This graphic captures the rugged beauty, massive scale, and essential role these behemoths play in moving goods across vast distances, connecting cities, and fueling economies. Whether you're a trucking professional, logistics enthusiast, or appreciate the backbone of commerce on wheels, wear this tee with pride. Let the engines rumble, the wheels roll, and the open road inspire as you pay tribute to the unsung heroes of the highway, navigating challenges and delivering goods with unparalleled efficiency and dedication. 🛣️🔧🚛

The ghost train steams on down the deserted rail line

Illustration of a diesel train traveling with alps in background viewed from a high angle done in retro style on isolated white background.

Hit the open highway with our "Semi-Trailer Truck Titan" shirt, celebrating the colossal power, endurance, and significance of long-haul trucks. This design encapsulates the grit, determination, and freedom that define life on the road for truckers and enthusiasts alike. Whether you're a driver logging miles or simply admire the backbone of logistics and commerce, wear this tee as a tribute to the iconic giants of the highway. Let the diesel roar and the wheels roll as you navigate the journey ahead. 🛣️🔧🌐

Con-way Freight was founded as a non-union spinoff by Consolidated Freightways (CF) in 1983 in Ann Arbor Charter Township, Michigan. CF’s business focus was long-haul transportation, with many of its routes averaging 1,300 miles. Research revealed that the most profitable segment of over-the-road transportation at the time was freight that traveled less than 500 miles, so a decision was made to pursue regional LTL operations. While deregulation through the 1980 Motor Carrier Act had left many carriers floundering and desperate for a buyout, CF elected to build Con-way from the ground up. The gamble paid off, and for the next three decades, Con-way Freight flourished, taking them through 2015 until they themselves were bought out.

Road Systems was the first and, for the longest time, the only company that specialized in refurbishing less-than-truckload (LTL) trailers. From their 200,000 square-foot-manufacturing facility in Searcy, Arkansas, Road Systems employed over 150 specialists in applying specialized processes, tooling, and expertise to refurbish and rebuild used trailers to like-new condition, while recycling up to 80% of existing components and materials. Road Systems was founded in 1977, and in the mid-'80s, was purchased by Con-Way Freight to become their manufacturing division. In addition to refurbing Con-Way's trailers, they also began making new trailers to company spec, all while still providing refurbish and rebuild services to customers nationwide.

Black and white sketch style classic truck on a colour background with two silhouette figures

Founded in 1930, Smith's Transfer Corporation was based out of Staunton, Virginia and, inside of 50 years, grew to be the eighth-largest trucking company in America. For decades, you could find their signature 'ST' logomark on their silver trailers traveling from coast to coast until the company was bought out in the early '80s.

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California Motor Express (CME) trucking was founded in the early '30s in Los Angeles, California. As their name might imply, they served all of California and California only. With their primary route being I-5 between SoCal and NorCal, and serving major cities in between, CME really did 'carry California.'

In 1946, investment banker Scribner Birlenbach decided that he wanted to get into the trucking business. He began his venture by purchasing a Los Angeles trucking company with 15 tractors and 22 trailers, calling it Transcon Lines, with a plan to turn it into a major transcontinental carrier. By 1962, Transcon had over 1,100 units covering over 14,000 route miles. In three decades time, Transcon had purchased 27 trucking companies, including Kramer-Consolidated Freight Lines in 1978, which made them a true coast-to-coast carrier. Transcon's work force was 3,829 people strong with 5,700 pieces of equipment and 117 terminals in 38 states as of 1981, but as the '80s marched on, Transcon's fortunes began to turn.

Classic C-2 Greyhound design by BillyGoatTP. Perfect for military aviation fans, military veterans, flight simulator gamers and US military history enthusiasts. Also makes a great C-2 Greyhound gift at Christmas or birthdays.

Lufkin Foundry & Machine Company was founded in 1902 in Lufkin, Texas as a repair shop and parts supply house for regional sawmills. The company ventured into the petroleum industry and manufactured the first enclosed geared pumping unit, and a counterbalanced crank that improved the pumping unit and made a name for the company worldwide. In 1939, the company bought the Martin Wagon and Trailer Company, established the Lufkin Trailers to manufacture heavy-duty truck trailers. Leveraging their extensive design experience, Lufkin began building the lightest and toughest trailers in the industry, and could barely keep up with demand. In 1970, a new 400 acre trailer plant was built south of Lufkin, allowing production to meet demand.

Founded in 1931, The Chief Lines was a regional trucking company based out of Tulsa, Oklahoma. With terminals in Tulsa, Kansas City, and Coffeyville, The Chief Lines covered most of Kansas and Oklahoma with line haul service for their first decade in business, but began expanding their coverage through a series of acquisitions that took them well into the northeast and a good way down the eastern seaboard. Despite their strong growth and expanded presence, The Chief Lines was a victim of the Motor Carrier Act of 1980 along with many other carriers at the time who simply weren't prepared to function in the new deregulated trucking industry.

Illustration of a diesel locomotive train viewed from a high angle done in retro style on isolated white background.

The EMD GP15-1 is a 4-axle diesel-electric locomotive built by General Motors Electro-Motive Division between June 1976 and March 1982

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Consolidated Freightways (CF), was an American multinational LTL (Less Than Truckload) freight service and logistics company founded on April 1, 1929, in Portland, Oregon, and later relocated to Vancouver, Washington. At its height, the company possessed over 350 terminals, employing more than 15,000 truck drivers, dockworkers, dispatchers and management. Consolidated Freightways was once the nation's number one long-haul trucking company and the 3rd largest-ever U.S. bankruptcy filing, ceasing business in 2002.