Sustainability

Michelin celebrates sale of one millionth X One

GREENVILLE, S.C. -- Michelin celebrated the sale of its one millionth X One wide-base single tire last week.

movin’ on up

When you think of industry trendsetters, it's usually the mega-fleets that come to mind. But in Winnipeg, a small furniture delivery company is among the first trucking companies to deploy straight trucks with technologies such as...

the long term view

Seeking to take advantage of a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) of between 25 and 30% compared to diesel, Groupe Robert is completing negotiations for an order of more than 50 liquid natural gas-fueled (LNG) tractors manufactured by...

How a low-carb diet can fuel your bottom line growth

The transportation sector is what makes Canada a country, bridging together the vast distances among our geographically dispersed cities and resources. Yet our heavy reliance on transportation as a bulwark of our economy also creates distinct...

Wasted wind

TORONTO, Ont. -Who has seen the wind? Former owner/operator and part-time professional driver Larry Cater has, and he likes what he sees. Specifically, Cater has seen the potential in harnessing the draft generated by transport trucks and...

The truth about hybrids

MONTREAL, Que. - This Sept. 7, Transports Quebec revealed in a little show-and-tell at FPInnovation's Montreal facility that it is sponsoring two year-long studies of hybrid trucks. The first will com...

Loblaw’s hybrid Class 8 pilot project underway (October 01, 2010)

BRAMPTON, Ont. - Loblaw Companies Limited has become the first Canadian retailer to pilot a hybrid Class 8 truck in an effort to improve fuel efficiency and reduce the fleet's carbon footprint. The co...

Bison Transport to build $2.5-million LCV marshalling yard in Windsor

WINDSOR, Ont. - Bison Transport has received approval to build a $2.5-million truck marshalling yard just east of Windsor which will serve as a hub for its long combination vehicle (LCV) operations.

CGI block, longer B50 life highlight upgrades to new International MaxxForce 7

DENVER, Col. - With Navistar International declaring it will be vigorously pursuing medium-duty market share, the performance of its new MaxxForce 7 engine will have much influence on whether the comp...

Loblaw’s hybrid Class 8 pilot project underway

BRAMPTON, Ont. - Loblaw Companies Limited has become the first Canadian retailer to pilot a hybrid Class 8 truck in an effort to improve fuel efficiency and reduce the fleet's carbon footprint. The co...

Cummins enjoys ‘best launch ever’ with EPA2010-compliant engines

COLUMBUS, Ind. - By the end of August, Cummins has built and shipped more than 26,000 heavy-duty and mid-range engines with Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) exhaust aftertreatment, according to the...

On technology, driver pay and why new engine reliability must improve

WINNIPEG, Man. - John Erik Albrechtsen, manager of operations with Paul's Hauling began working in the family business when he was about 12 years of age.

Brenntag offering free DEF tote pick-up service

READING, Pa. -- Brenntag North America is offering users of diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) a free service to pick up empty DEF totes (IBC's) from any previous supplier. The company will also be offering a special price to replace the tote with...

Kenworth T700, Paccar MX to be showcased at Kenworth Toronto today

CONCORD, Ont. -- Kenworth's new T700 and the Paccar MX engine are being featured on a cross-continent road tour that stops at Kenworth Toronto in Concord, Ont. today.

Manitoba goes GREEEN again

WINNIPEG, Man. -- Manitoba fleets and owner/operators will once again be able to tap into funding for fuel-sav...