Truck News

Ontario trucker charged with stunting. And speed limiter violation, too.

MONO, Ont. -- In one of the Ontario trucking industry’s least proud moments, a truck driver has been charged with stunt driving after being clocked by OPP travelling 136 km/h in an 80 km/h zone.

Leaders discuss state of trucking at OTA annual convention

TORONTO, Ont. -- Executives from five trucking companies met this morning at the Ontario Trucking Association’s annual convention to discuss the state of the trucking industry, and issues of concern to all as the new year approaches.

Shell introducing new synthetic oil to withstand Canadian winters

NEW YORK, N.Y. -- Shell Rotella will be delivering an early Christmas present to the Canadian market. In December, it will introduce its Rotella T6 0W-40 fully synthetic oil, which was designed specifically with the Canadian climate in...

Totran Transportation Services appoints new CEO

CALGARY, Alta. -- Totran Transportation Services has appointed Rosemary Marr as its new CEO, effective Nov. 1.

Volvo’s Remote Diagnostics service wins award for customer value

GREENSBORO, N.C. -- Volvo Trucks’ Remote Diagnostics aftermarket service has received the 2012 North American Customer Value Enhancement Award in Commercial Vehicle Repair and Maintenance from Frost & Sullivan. “We’re...

OTA continues to lead pack of effective trade associations: Bradley

TORONTO, Ont. -- The Ontario Trucking Association continues to lead the pack when it comes to Canada’s most effective trade associations, says OTA and Canadian Trucking Alliance president David Bradley, citing its “strong and...

Ontario Trucking Association names new chairman, board

TORONTO, Ont. -- Jeff Bryan, president and CEO of Burford, Ont.-based Jeff Bryan Transport, has been named chairman of the Ontario Trucking Association. The announcement was made at the association’s 86th annual general meeting in Toronto...

Ten sales tips from Al

TORONTO, Ont. -- In 20 years of serving the trucking industry as founder and president of Trailcon Leasing, Al Boughton has learned a few things about sales and its evolving dynamics.

Carriers discuss evolving sales processes

TORONTO, Ont. -- Requests for proposals (RFPs), maligned by many motor carriers, are something the industry will have to get accustomed to, according to panelists at today’s Ontario Trucking Association convention.

Heavyweight retailers offer advice on how to land their business

TORONTO, Ont. -- What’s the best way to land a deal hauling freight for mega-retailer Walmart?

OTA outlines concerns with Walmart’s 60.5-ft trailer

TORONTO, Ont. -- The Ontario Trucking Association (OTA) held a meeting today to discuss Walmart’s new 60-ft. trailer and soon after, issued a statement outlying its many concerns.

Get used to slow economic growth, CIBC economist tells OTA delegates

TORONTO, Ont. -- Canadian consumers have been gorging on debt like it’s a Thanksgiving feast, and now it’s time for the after dinner nap.

Giant transformers complete journey across Manitoba roadways

WINNIPEG, Man. -- Three giant transformers have arrived at their new home at Manitoba Hydro's Riel Station after a three-night trek across provincial roadways.

Navistar makes Newsweek’s list of top 100 eco-friendly US companies

LISLE, Ill. -- For the second year in a row, Navistar has been ranked in the top 100 in Newsweek’s Green Rankings report on the most eco-friendly US companies. The report also rated Navistar as one of the nation’s top 10 companies...

Saskatchewan truckers to provide road condition info this winter

SASKATOON, Sask. -- For the second winter season in a row, Ridsdale Transport drivers will be providing road condition information as part of Saskatchewan’s Highway Hotline.