James Menzies Author Gravatar Image Summary of the public hearings on speed limiters: Part 1 by James Menzies Just back from the public hearings on Bill 41 at Queen’s Park. It was a fascinating look at the democratic process in motion and I’m pleased to have been there…
James Menzies Author Gravatar Image Do speed limiters always mean better mileage, less emissions? by James Menzies There have been many compelling arguments made both for and against Ontario’s controversial legislation that, if passed, would mechanically limit truck speeds to 105 km/h. We’ve heard them all here…
James Menzies Author Gravatar Image Quality shippers can be a tough nut to crack by James Menzies Yesterday I attended Markel’s Let’s Talk seminar on profitability, which provided one of those rare opportunities to hear shippers and carriers voice their concerns under the same roof. Representing shippers…
James Menzies Author Gravatar Image Does an Ontario cell phone ban make sense? by James Menzies The Ontario government has once again suggested it will consider banning handheld cell phones while driving. In fact, it has hinted any legislation will encompass not just phones – but…
James Menzies Author Gravatar Image Con artists exploiting trucking companies when at their most vulnerable by James Menzies If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Sage old advice that should always be taken into consideration, especially when dealing with unknown vendors or associates. It’s…
James Menzies Author Gravatar Image 100% of fuel tax windfall should go towards infrastructure by James Menzies The Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF) has launched its tenth annual Gas Tax Honesty Campaign, aimed at reminding us all how much we are taxed at the pump – like we…
James Menzies Author Gravatar Image The real costs of rising fuel prices by James Menzies Whether it be local dump truck drivers, long-haul owner/operators or soccer moms – everyone’s been griping about the cost of fuel lately. And for good reason, it’s costing all of…
Lou Smyrlis Author Gravatar Image Mudslinging over speed-limiter debate has gone too far by Lou Smyrlis What has been most disappointing during the past couple of years is seeing the discussion about speed limiters become polarized and degenerate to mudslinging. How else can I categorize…
James Menzies Author Gravatar Image Rolling protests are not the answer by James Menzies As I write this, hundreds of dump truck operators are planning rolling protests throughout the GTA. They plan to slow down traffic on well-travelled routes to bring attention to their…
Lou Smyrlis Author Gravatar Image Understanding the science behind global warming by Lou Smyrlis I would like to spend my next few blogs discussing the risks and opportunities presented by the need to move to more environmentally sustainable supply chains. But first I…
James Menzies Author Gravatar Image Alberta continues to hold out on speed limiters, hours-of-service by James Menzies The Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) must have been mildly disappointed last week when their keynote speaker and provincial Transport Minister showed no interest in following the leads of Ontario…
James Menzies Author Gravatar Image Fuel costs having a trickle-down effect on store prices by James Menzies I stopped by my local Tim Horton’s the other day and noticed my coffee had increased in price from $1.56 to $1.65. A sign in the window said the price…
James Menzies Author Gravatar Image Competing engine technologies will offer fleets a choice by James Menzies With the next round of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) emission standards for heavy-duty engines on the horizon, the battle lines have clearly been drawn. EPA2010 emissions standards call for further…
James Menzies Author Gravatar Image Speed limiters: Non-compliance by O/Os may be costly for carriers by James Menzies So here’s another twist to the speed limiter issue which may not have received due consideration when the Ontario Trucking Association (OTA) was developing the proposal. According to a…
James Menzies Author Gravatar Image It’s good to finally hear from you! by James Menzies For weeks now, I’ve been wondering if anybody reads this blog. I posted an entry on speed limiters, and that’s usually guaranteed to get a reaction out of our readers.
