Truck News

Is technology the answer to reducing crashes?

The technology revolution is well upon us. Almost daily, risk managers are bombarded with new technology-based products, services, and concepts targeting truck design, improved fuel efficiency, and overall system efficiency.

EXCLUSIVE: MTO officer charged for public masturbation allowed to return to work

WELLAND, Ont. -- An Ontario Transportation Enforcement Officer (TEO) who pleaded guilty to two counts of committing an indecent act after exposing himself to young women, and who has admitted to acting out in anger towards women, has been...

FROM THE HEART: Profilng Alan Goodhall, company driver for J&R Hall Transport

We recently spoke with London, Ont.'s Alan Goodhall, a 15-year road veteran doing weekly LTL runs to Winnipeg with US reloads for J&R Hall Transport. A Truck News columnist and a social media pioneer, Alan shares his thoughts with us on job...

The first 10 things you must do after you sell your business

I spoke recently with Peter Churchill-Smith, managing director of Newport Private Wealth, one of Canada’s largest independent wealth managers. Peter has worked with entrepreneurs for the better part of his 30-year career as a wealth...

Truck dealers should engage elected officials: ATD chair

ORLANDO, Fla. -- Truck dealers must be more proactive in engaging their elected officials and educating them on the industry, Dick Witcher, chairman of the American Truck Dealers (ATD), implored during his remarks at the ATD Convention and Expo...

Canadian truckers say lack of quality parking affects operations, health

OTTAWA, Ont. -- More than 60% of truck drivers say they routinely have trouble finding parking or places to rest while operating in Canada, while an overwhelming majority report that facilities and basic amenities are lacking from public rest...

Western provinces harmonize LCV regs

WINNIPEG, Man. -- The four westernmost provinces in Canada have harmonized rules relating to the operation of long combination vehicles (LCVs).

FTR Index shows good environment for trucking in December

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. -- FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index suggested a good environment for truckers in December, with a reading of 8.38, according to a report in the February 2013 Trucking Update. FTR officials say that the TCI is expected to...

Transports Quebec axes permit requirements for certain configurations

QUEBEC CITY, Que. -- Transports Quebec has announced that it will no longer be requiring special permits for certain vehicle configurations.

Social Media: Understanding its risks, rewards and challenges

WINNIPEG, Man. -- Research clearly shows that an increasing number of supply chain professionals are using social media – LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, blogs etc --  to aid them in their day-to-day job functions. Yet, for the...

DEF prices remain steady as network expands

TORONTO, Ont. -- There are now 13 Canadian truck stops offering diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) at the pump, with an average price of 80 cents per litre, according to the latest issue of DEF Tracker.

LEADERS: Manitoba Trucking Association’s Bob Dolyniuk on 2013 prospects, concerns for small carriers and consolidation

Q. Going into 2013, many carriers in central and eastern Canada are unsure what to expect. Freight volume growth is slow and core pricing for their services is not what they would have hoped for two years into the economic recovery. How are...

INSIDE THE NUMBERS: 2012 ends up as fourth best year for Class 8 truck sales

TORONTO, Ont. – Sales of Class 8 trucks hit 30,586 in 2012, according to data released this week by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Association. That made 2012 the fourth best year since 1999 in Class 8 truck sales.

Six Canadian trucking companies named Best Fleets to Drive For

ALEXANDRIA, Va. -- Six Canadian trucking companies have made the 2013 list of the top 20 Best Fleets to Drive For by the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) and CarriersEdge. The annual survey and contest, now in its fifth year, identifies...

UPS Canada launches new service for small business owners

MISSISSAUGA, Ont. -- UPS Canada has launched a new service for small businesses in light of a recent UPS-commissioned survey which found a “strong sense of optimism” among small business owners for 2013. The survey, commissioned by...