Truck News

US truckload driver turnover stays above 100% for second straight month

ARLINGTON, Va. -- The annualized line-haul driver turnover rate at large truckload fleets remained over 100% for the second straight month, and the churn at smaller truckload carriers rose to a five-year high, according to American Trucking...

Osram Sylvania appoints Graham Wark as president

MISSISSAUGA, Ont. -- Osram Sylvania has appointment of Graham Wark as president, effective immediately. Wark succeeds James Johnson, who has been named president and general manager of Valeo Sylvania.

In conversation with Mike McCarron Part 6: Making the adjustment

MISSISSAUGA, Ont. -- On Oct. 23, 2012, Wheels Group announced it had acquired MSM Transportation in a blockbuster deal worth $18.6 million.

CTA to CBSA: Fix ACI eManifest or risk losing carrier participation

OTTAWA, Ont. --  The Canadian Trucking Alliance has informed Canada Customs and Border Agency (CBSA) that member carriers are still experiencing difficulties and delays with the ACI eManifest program since the beginning of the informed...

Mack donates $25,000 to Hurricane Sandy relief efforts in New York

NEW YORK, N.Y. -- Mack Trucks has donated $25,000 to New York City to support relief efforts following Hurricane Sandy. The donation will go to the Mayor’s Fund to Advance New York City, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to...

Maxim pancake breakfast raises more than $8,000 for Christmas charity

WINNIPEG, Man. -- Maxim Truck and Trailer’s annual charity pancake breakfast has raised $8,265 for the Christmas Cheer Board of Winnipeg.

The 6x2s are coming

FLETCHER, N.C. -- Truck, engine and component manufacturers have exhausted almost all the simplest ways to improve productivity for fleet owners and owner/operators. With the low-hanging fruit harvested, what will be the next big breakthrough...

In conversation with Mike McCarron Part 5: Delivering the news

MISSISSAUGA, Ont. -- On Oct. 23, 2012, Wheels Group announced it had acquired MSM Transportation in a blockbuster deal worth $18.6 million.

OTA Allied Trades Division elects new board for 2012-2014 term

TORONTO, Ont. -- The Allied Trades Division of the Ontario Trucking Association has elected a new board of directors and chairman for the 2012-2014 term. Kim Richardson of Kim Richardson Transportation Specialists has been named chairman. ...

Pilot project will measure effectiveness of FAST lanes at Blue Water Bridge

SARNIA, Ont. -- A six-month pilot project at the Blue Water Bridge will measure the time savings for truckers using dedicated FAST lanes.

Volvo launches fuel-themed iPad game

GREENSBORO, N.C. -- Volvo Trucks has released a new iPad game called Fueldrop, which officials say highlights the company’s “past and present leadership in fuel efficiency and innovation.”

In conversation with Mike McCarron Part 4: The biggest surprise and keeping it quiet

MISSISSAUGA, Ont. -- On Oct. 23, 2012, Wheels Group announced it had acquired MSM Transportation in a blockbuster deal worth $18.6 million.

The Guarantee creates new role to showcase the gifts of Magi

TORONTO, Ont. -- The Guarantee Company of North America has appointed Angelique Magi to the newly created role of vice-president of strategic initiatives. In the role, Magi will help the specialty insurance provider to explore a range of...

Proposed pilot program to test truckers for drug use via hair samples

ARLINGTON, Va. -- The American Trucking Associations is applauding Rep. Reid Ribble (R-Wisc.) for his introduction of a bill requiring the US Department of Transportation to conduct a pilot program to evaluate the use of hair samples to test...

Mack Pinnacles haul Christmas cargo to US Capitol

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- A pair of Mack Pinnacles completed their three-week, 5,300-mile journey this week, having hauled the 2012 Capitol Christmas Tree, companion trees and decorations to the west lawn of the US Capitol.