Wanted Your Goods Movement Congestion Stories March 3, 2013 In last month’s Speech from the Throne, the new government of Premier Kathlyn Wynne acknowledged the role that transportation infrastructure plays in the Ontario Economy. For those who are concerned…
Canada to Align Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measures with the US preview image Canada to Align Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measures with the US February 28, 2013 Peter Kent, Canada’s Environment Minister has announced final regulations to improve fuel efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from new on-road heavy-duty vehicles and engines. This is another step…
Round 2: Put the Brakes On the 70% Increase in Commercial Vehicle Plate Fees preview image Round 2: Put the Brakes On the 70% Increase in Commercial Vehicle Plate Fees February 27, 2013 The ongoing campaign by Ontario Trucking Association to put the brakes on the government’s proposed 70% increase in commercial vehicle licence fees is having an impact. Thanks…
BCTA Awarded $196,000 for Immigrant Driver Projects February 23, 2013 The Immigrant Employment Council of BC has announced 11 projects, including one proposed by the BC Trucking Association (BCTA), to be funded under the $1.4 million Employer Innovation Fund (EIF)…
CVSA Releases 2013 North American Standard Out-of-Service Criteria preview image CVSA Releases 2013 North American Standard Out-of-Service Criteria February 23, 2013 The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has announced that the 2013 North American Standard Out-of-Service Criteria Handbook and Pictorial (OOSC), which goes into effect on April 1st, 2013, is now available.
GROWING GAP OF TRUCK DRIVERS WILL BE COSTLY TO CANADIAN ECONOMY February 23, 2013 Tens of thousands of truck drivers are approaching retirement age, but very few young people and immigrants are entering the industry. A new Conference Board of Canada report concludes that…
Trucking Career Expo addresses Industry Challenges preview image Trucking Career Expo addresses Industry Challenges February 19, 2013 A Trucking Career Panel and Expo was held at triOS College in Brampton on February 12th. The panel discussion featured representatives of local transport companies like Kriska, SGT, TST Truckload…
Trucking Career Expo addresses Industry Challenges preview image Trucking Career Expo addresses Industry Challenges February 19, 2013 A Trucking Career Panel and Expo was held at triOS College in Brampton on February 12th. The panel discussion featured representatives of local transport companies like Kriska, SGT, TST Truckload…
ABRAMS TOWING continues to support ATSSA preview image ABRAMS TOWING continues to support ATSSA February 17, 2013 The monthly meeting of Automotive Transportation Service Superintendents Association (ATSSA) Toronto Chapter was held on February 13th. The evening was graciously hosted and sponsored by Abrams Towing. Abrams Towing Services…
ABRAMS TOWING continues to support ATSSA preview image ABRAMS TOWING continues to support ATSSA February 17, 2013 The monthly meeting of Automotive Transportation Service Superintendents Association (ATSSA) Toronto Chapter was held on February 13th. The evening was graciously hosted and sponsored by Abrams Towing. Abrams Towing Services…
Canada strengthens vehicle safety standards February 16, 2013 The Government of Canada has announced important safety regulations requiring new vehicles in Canada to include shoulder belts in the rear centre seat. “Ensuring the safety of Canadian families is very important…
MAHINDRA BUYS NAVISTAR’S STAKE IN INDIA JVs preview image MAHINDRA BUYS NAVISTAR’S STAKE IN INDIA JVs February 16, 2013 Indian auto major Mahindra & Mahindra has completed the entire buyout of its stake in US-based Navistar in two joint ventures – Mahindra Navistar Automotives Ltd (MNAL) and Mahindra Navistar Engines Pvt…
Kenworth T680 Named ATD Heavy Duty Commercial Truck of the Year preview image Kenworth T680 Named ATD Heavy Duty Commercial Truck of the Year February 14, 2013 The aerodynamic Kenworth T680 with the PACCAR MX-13 engine was named the 2013 Heavy Duty Commercial Truck of the Year by the American Truck Dealers (ATD) at the annual ATD…
20 Fleets Named Best Fleets to Drive For by TCA and CarriersEdge preview image 20 Fleets Named Best Fleets to Drive For by TCA and CarriersEdge February 11, 2013 Twenty trucking companies from across North America have been named the 2013 Best Fleets to Drive For by the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) and CarriersEdge. The annual…
Canada’s Truck Drivers Say Lack of Quality Parking Affects Operations, Health February 11, 2013 Over 60 per cent of truck drivers say they routinely have trouble finding parking or places to rest while operating in Canada; while an overwhelming majority report…
