Truck News

Load securement in a CSA world

TORONTO, Ont. - Compliance, Safety and Accountability (CSA) is a robust initiative sponsored by the US Department of Transport's FMSCA to monitor and mitigate high-risk driver and carrier behaviour across America. This, of course, includes...

An eye for an eye: Part 3

THE STORY SO FAR: Mark is heading to Vancouver when he gets a call. One of Bud's drivers was attacked while helping a supposedly stranded motorist on the highway to Prince George. Mark takes the load, but drives to Vancouver first to drop off...

TSQ: How do you feel about the expansion of Ontario’s LCV program?

BOWMANVILLE, Ont. - Ontario's Long Combination Vehicle (LCV) program has gotten even longer, with the provincial government doubling the number of carriers that can participate. Starting in March, the program expansion has seen as many as 160...

#MATS: Renamed Meritor enhances Q Plus brake, 14X suspension

LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- A new look Meritor was at the Mid-America Trucking Show this week, showcasing improvements to its Q Plus brake and 14X suspension.

#MATS: Cummins shares secrets to thriving in a vertically integrated world

LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- Cummins president and COO Tom Linebarger shared some insight prior to the Mid-America Trucking Show on how the independent engine manufacturer plans to remain relevant as OEMs move towards greater vertical integration.

Yanke driver awarded for logging one million miles

SASKATOON, Sask. -- Ronald Breakey, a driver with Yanke Group of Companies, has received an award for achieving one million miles with the company. He received the award at the company's Key Business Indicators ceremonies on March 24.

#MATS: Carrier Transicold offers new TRU control system

LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- Carrier Transicold has come out with a new transport refrigeration unit (TRU) control system dubbed APX.

#MATS: Kenworth offers new seats, regional T660 and 6×6 T370

LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- Kenworth unveiled several new products today, including a line of high-end seats, a regional version of its T660 and an all-wheel drive 6x6 T370.

#MATS: ATDynamics to release TrailerTail Nano for Canadian customers

LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- ATDynamics is coming out with a Nano version of its TrailerTail that will comply with Canadian regulations.

#MATS: Allison set to unveil ‘radically new’ transmission design

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. -- Allison Transmission is set to unveil a "radically new" transmission design for tractors at this week's Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Ky, that officials say will "redefine tractor performance and operating...

Freight costs decline in January, fuel surcharges reach two-year high

TORONTO, Ont. -- The cost of ground transportation for Canadian shippers dropped for the fourth consecutive month in January, while fuel surcharges assessed by carriers rose to the highest level in more than two years, according to the most...

Volvo trucks to boost production, recall 700 workers at Virginia plant

NEW RIVER VALLEY, Va. -- Volvo Trucks is ramping up production at its New River Valley, Va. plant and recalling approximately 700 employees in response to increased demand, the company announced.

#MATS: Cummins says new engines surpass expectations; addresses vertical integration challenges

LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- Cummins kicked off the Mid-America Trucking Show by announcing it accomplished what it set out to do with its EPA2010 engines, improving fuel economy by 6% - and then some.

Canadian company granted full NationaLease membership

OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. -- NationaLease has expanded its network of independent trucking companies with three new companies having been approved for full membership, including one Canadian firm.

Mitsubishi Fuso starts limited production at Japanese plant

LOGAN TOWNSHIP, N.J. -- Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) has started limited vehicle assembly today at its main Kawasaki, Japan plant, following a shutdown as a result of the March 11 earthquake and tsunami.