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What Are High-Performance Boats?

The CEO and president of Logistics Group International (LGI), Stephen Patrick Day oversees day-to-day operations at the Houston, Texas-based company. Beyond his work at Logistics Group International, the transport executive serves as a partner at Petro Wire and Steel, Ltd. Passionate about all types of transportation, Stephen Day stays involved in the world of high-performance boats.

High-performance boats are a unique type of boat class focused on comfort and speed. Also known as go-fast boats, they are used for various purposes, including luxury, racing, and recreation. On average, high-performance boats reach speeds up to 180 miles per hour and cost anywhere from the lower $100,000s to upwards of $1 million. This additional cost is justified by the unmatched power of these boats and their flexibility in different water conditions.

Within the category of high-performance boats, there are several sub-categories that more specifically reference the design of each watercraft. Cigarette boats, for instance, are V-bottom boats popularized by the Cigarette Racing Team. They have a cigarette-like appearance with a slim hull and high-horsepower engines. There are also catamaran speed boats, some of the fastest high-performance boats on the market, and offshore powerboats capable of taking on rough oceans.

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Strategies for Increasing Speed in a Powerboat

Stephen Patrick Day is a longtime Houston, Texas, transportation & logistics leader who serves as president and CEO of Logistics Group International (LGI). A fan of super or hyper cars LGI head Stephen Day also follows the competitive world of offshore powerboats, which combine power and speed.

When it comes to boosting powerboat performance, one common strategy that does not require retooling the engine is blueprinting. This means restoring the bottom of the vessel, which can have a variety of imperfections, to meet original specifications. This can easily add two to four miles per hour to the total speed.

Another more involved pathway that adds more than 10 mph is supercharging. With a Whipple charger, driven by a pulley off the crankshaft, fuel is mixed and compressed before reaching the cylinder creating a large explosion. This significantly impacts speed. For example, an engine modification brings the MerCruiser 496 from 425 hp to 657 hp.

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Bugatti Unveils New Logo in Bid to Become a Luxury Brand

Stephen Day is the President of Logistics Group International and a partner in Petro Wire & Steel, both based in Houston, Texas. When he is not running Logistics Group International, Stephen Day is a supercar and hypercar enthusiast.

In July 2022, popular car company Bugatti unveiled a new logo. The decision to introduce a new logo emerged as part of its efforts to establish itself as a "wider-reaching hyper-luxury brand."

For some years, Bugatti has had its eye on starting businesses outside the automobile industry and being recognized as a luxury brand, not just a car manufacturer. Changing its logo is Bugatti's first step to achieving a status outside of being a vehicle maker.

It is unclear what new projects the French company hopes to release; however, Matt Ricmac, CEO of Bugatti, revealed that the company's dedication to making its hypercars isn't going to end anytime soon.

For the installation of the new logo, the business teamed up with consulting company "Interbrand." The new logo debuts a sleeker and stylish look to the brand's initials "EB." The auto Car company has confirmed that the logo changes won't affect the emblem attached to its vehicle but for social media and other marketing initiatives.

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Lamborghini’s GT Team Partners with GO2NFT

A longtime Houston resident, Stephen Day has served as the CEO and president of Logistics Group International (LGI) for two decades. While not managing operations at Logistics Group International, Stephen Patrick Day spends his free time engaging in hobbies that interest him. One of his interests includes supercars, particularly Lamborghini.

Backed by Lamborghini's motorsport department, Lamborghini Squadra Corse, the GT racing team, Vincenzo Sospiri Racing (VSR), announced its partnership with GO2NFT - a leading non-fungible token (NFT) platform that is committed to enhancing trust and transparency in diverse industries through NFT utility. According to Cointelegraph, the partnership is poised to pave the way for NFT certification of VSR's racing car parts. NFT certificate of automobile parts mitigates racketeering by counterfeit manufacturers. This way, automobile parts are strictly authenticated.

At the time of the report in July 2022, Cointelegraph reported an announcement from a member of the Italy-based sporting team. As per the announcement, the NFT certification program may expand to include other official items used in racing fleets shortly. Utility NFT projects like the one offered by GO2NFT protect official products from fraud through immutable blockchain-protected collectibles.

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SCRA Adds New Feature to Pre-Trip Planning Tool

Stephen Patrick Day of Houston, Texas, has been in the logistics/shipping industry since 2002 as president and CEO of Logistics Group International (LGI). In addition to his role with Logistics Group International, Stephen Day is also a member of the Specialized Carriers and Rigging Association (SC&RA), an international organization with 1,400 members involved with specialized transportation, crane and rigging operations, and industrial maintenance, among other areas. In April 2022, SC & RA announced that its online permit manual had included mobile cranes in its reference tool menu. The SC & RA Online Permit Manual gives users requirements for restricted and weekend travel, pilot (escort) car requirements, procedures and contacts, and allowable weights and dimensions. Now, it is providing information on mobile cranes. Mobile cranes were added to the subscription-based services because the lack of uniformity across the states is a challenge in assessing cranes. In addition, this lack of uniformity makes it difficult for member companies to obtain permits. With this tool, crane operators can access information on obtaining the correct permit. They can also use the pre-trip planning tool to ensure a safe, successful move.

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2022 Lamborghini Super Trofeo Won by Weering and Spinelli

A certified transportation broker and a member of the Transportation Intermediaries Association, Stephen Patrick Day is an accomplished logistics executive in Houston. He guides Logistics Group International (LGI) as president and CEO. In his executive position at Logistics Group International, he oversees the firm's daily operations and assists clients in organizing freight transit throughout the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Enthusiastic about fast cars and hypercars, Stephen Day considers Lamborghini his favorite fast car manufacturer.

In April 2022, Max Weering and Loris Spinelli completed the 2022 Lamborghini Super Trofeo Europe season, opening victoriously in the #61 Lamborghini Huracán Super Trofeo EVO2. Representing Bonaldi Motorsport, both drivers triumphed in the second race in their first 50-minute encounter. The victory was certain when Spinelli overtook the previous race leader, Dmitry Gvazava, in the race's final stages.

The victory provided the duo drivers with a few more points toward their eligibility to compete in the championship's second round, scheduled to take place in Paul Ricard at the time of this report. According to Weering, the #61 Lamborghini Huracán Super Trofeo EVO2 performed well throughout the duration of the race, but the duo had to navigate through some restrictions that existed for safety reasons. Spinelli also articulated how excited he was about being able to obtain the fastest lap on the final lap of the race.

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Things to Consider Before Buying a Yacht

Stephen Patrick Day is a Houston-based self-made entrepreneur. He is also the president and CEO of his own logistics firm, which he has built into a leading third-party logistics firm throughout his 20-year career in the sector. Aside from work-related activities, Stephen Day enjoys spending time outdoors. If you enjoy spending time on the water, purchasing a yacht may be smart. However, purchasing your yacht, especially if it is your first, is a significant financial commitment. It is a life-changing experience, and there are several things to consider before taking this step. Knowing what type of yacht you want to purchase and what it takes to run one are the first steps to owning one. You can question other boat owners or even chat with a yacht skipper to get a sense of what it's like to own a yacht. Request that they demonstrate how to use it and explain the terminology. Keep in mind what you want and how you plan to use your boat, the size you want it to be, the number of passengers you plan to bring on board, and other minor aspects. Another suggestion is to be aware of the prices of yachts for sale. As previously stated, acquiring a yacht is an investment, and as such, you can expect to spend a significant amount of money on it. It's important to know which ones are for sale, whether they fit what you're looking for, and how much they cost. Because new boats are substantially more expensive, purchasing a previously owned yacht is one option to save money. After you've decided on which yacht to buy, another crucial suggestion is to take it out on the water for a test drive before making a final decision. This step ensures that the engines, and other components on the yacht, are in good working order. It's important to inspect the yacht's interior and exterior. Bringing in certified yacht specialists, engineers, or technicians might also be beneficial.

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A Brief History of National Hot Rod Association

As the president and CEO of a logistics company, Logistic Group International (LGI), Stephen Patrick Day oversees cargo movement between the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Stephen Day is interested in the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA), the largest auto racing organization in the world. Founded in 1952 by Wally Parks, the history of the NHRA begins with the history of drag racing. The origin of drag racing can be traced back to the period following the end of World WarII. Drag racing first emerged on dry lake beds like Muroc in California’s Mojave desert. Here, hot rodders gathered and raced with speeds higher than 100mph. Having moved to California with his family in the early 1920s, Wally Parks began to build an interest in cars and experienced the first dry lake speed trials event in the 1930s. Having expanded his collection while increasing his passion by serving as one of the co-founders of the Road Runners Club. Later on, in 1947, Parks helped organize the Southern California Timing Association (SCTA) and, before long, became the general manager as well. Things progressed normally for the next few years until Parks was appointed as editor of the monthly enthusiast magazine, Hot Rod. As editor of the magazine Hot Rod, Parks recognized the need for safety rules and organization. In meeting this need, Wally Parks used his position and resources to establish the National Hot Rod Association to establish safety rules and performance standards to legalize the sport.

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The Construction and Design Process of Outerlimits

Business executive Stephen Patrick Day serves as president and CEO of Logistics Group International (LGI) in Houston, Texas. Outside of his role at Logistics Group International, Stephen Day is interested in fast boats. His favorite offshore powerboat manufacturer is Outerlimits. Founded by Mike Fiore in 1993, Outerlimits Offshore Powerboats manufactures widely desired high-performance boats. Exclusive designs and innovative technology characterize the company’s powerboats. The factory team at Outerlimits comprises craftspersons, upholsters, painters, laminators, and riggers who carefully craft each boat to the customer's preference. Each boat begins with the craftsmen carefully applying carbon fiber fabric with a precise epoxy resin. Fiore’s team of craftsmen then apply molds to strips of the carbon fiber fabric and place the core and layers of carbon in vacuum bags to remove excess air and resin that could destroy the lightweight epoxy design. Following that, each part of the boat is placed in a computer-controlled oven for a two-day heating and cooling process. This is to activate the epoxy's maximum strength and protect the boat from harsh elements and sunlight. At the next stage, designers blueprint the boat and amend the design of the boat to ensure that it tallies with the design specifications of each model. The laminators then laminate the deck and hull of the boat to ensure a lasting, secure obstruction. At the final stage, specially trained mechanics and technicians install the engine into the final model of the boat.

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A Houston-based logistics expert with over two decades of experience, Stephen Day serves as the president and CEO of Logistics Group International (LGI). As the head of LGI, Stephen Day is responsible for assisting clients to arrange transport of their cargo across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Throughout his career, he has constantly worked to improve logistics channels across the region.

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Heavy Haul Trucking - A Basic Introduction

A former partner of RLS International Transport, Stephen Patrick Day is the CEO and president of Logistics Group International (LGI), a transportation brokerage company in Houston. Stephen Day has led LGI in providing safe and reliable and transportation solutions. Heavy haul or over-dimensional trucking, is a challenging service to provide. It often requires strategic transportation planning, route surveys, and site surveys. Heavy haul trucking involves the shipping of oversized and over-dimensional loads, including military equipment and industrial machines, such as transformers, injection mold machines, turbines, control buildings, and other large structures. Managing the transportation of oversized or overweight shipments requires special handling. They may require specialized trailers to disperse the weight evenly over a longer span to safely navigate across bridges and overpasses. If the weight is more concentrated on the trailer, some routes may not be accessible, thereby resulting in the need for additional route surveys or special permitting. Before transport, all heavy haul carriers must procure permits and, if needed, escorts or pole cars as required by the different states. All states will specify the time duration the overweight shipment can travel and operating hour details.