Equipment

AMTA encourages driver diligence after reports of fifth wheel pin tampering

CALGARY, Alta. – Following reports of fifth wheel pin tampering, the Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) is advising all transport drivers to ensure they follow regulations and company policy to…

New map overlays to help guide your route more efficiently

PRINCETON, N.J. – ALK Maps today (Nov. 30) released new map overlays that the company says will provide superior route planning and data insight for increased operational efficiency on its…

LCV fleets spec’ing for versatility, fuel economy

A relatively new powertrain package is finding a home in LCV fleets. We rode along with Armour Transport to see how it’s performing.

Sonim’s new phones flaunt smarts and toughness

TORONTO, Ont. – If your smartphone can’t handle the harsh grind of your demanding day-to-day life, Sonim Technologies’ XP7 or XP5 could be the answer you’ve been looking for. Built…

New floor mats are a ‘no-brainer’

BLOOMING PRAIRIE, Minn. – Minimizer has released two new additions to its custom molded floor mat line – the Freightliner Coronado (model years 2010-16) and the Freightliner 122SD. “These mats…

Trucks and equipment up for bid at December auction

TORONTO, Ont. – In the market for a new truck? If so, Ritchie Bros. may have the perfect set of wheels for you. The world’s largest industrial auctioneer will be…

DETROIT LAUNCHES MEDIUM-DUTY ENGINES

In addition to investing $100 million into its Redford, Mich. plant to accommodate production of the DT12 transmission, Daimler also announced it will build its new mid-range engines – the…

DETROIT’S HAT TRICK

Engines, axles, and now automated transmissions – all built for the North American market under one roof. That’s the Detroit brand’s definition of a hat trick, and that was one…

CITT looks to answer your CCLP designation questions quickly

TORONTO, Ont. – Following the successful launch of the Canadian Institute of Traffic and Transport’s (CITT)-Certified Logistics Professional (CCLP) Route Finder this past August, the Toronto organization has expanded the…

In-cab satellite TV helps company retain drivers, save money

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – Thanks to the installation of in-cab satellite TV packages in its entire fleet, Utah-based trucking company Interide Transport reported a significant improvement in driver retention…

Peterbilt offers new rollover technology to protect drivers

DENTON, Texas – Peterbilt Motors Company announced Nov. 19 its new technology aimed at protecting truck drivers in the event of a rollover. The RollTek protections system, which is integrated…

Detroit ‘completes the hat trick’ with DT12 production brought to Michigan

New medium-duty engines will also be built in Detroit's Redford plant

B.C. approves the use of ‘snow socks’ for truckers

New technology touted as great alternative to chains

FTR says despite drop, October was ‘outstanding month for trailer orders’

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – FTR, a transportation intelligence organization, has reported that trailer orders for this past October were down 30% from a year ago and 7% from the previous month,…

HOW TO: Maintain your truck’s compressed air systems this winter

ELYRIA, Ohio – With cold weather approaching (or already arrived in some parts of North America) maintenance of compressed air systems becomes vital for fleets and owner-operators throughout Canada and…