Technology

Connected vehicles and the potential of blockchain

If you think the transportation industry is connected today, just wait. We’re only beginning to scratch the surface of what connectivity can do for our industry, and the arrival of…

Preparing for blockchain

Instantaneous payments. The end of customer disputes. The elimination of paperwork. How blockchain technology can revolutionize trucking.

OTA weighs in on autonomous vehicles, platooning

TORONTO, Ont. – The Ontario Trucking Association (OTA) says the Ontario Ministry of Transportation’s approach to automated vehicles and truck platooning is “measured and responsible.” However, in its submission to…

Kenworth showcases its Hybrid Electric Cargo Transport truck

KIRKLAND, Wash. – The truck may be quiet as a mouse but Kenworth made some noise showcasing its hydrogen fuel cell electric truck during a media event Feb. 6 at…

Senate report says Canada “ill-prepared” for driverless vehicles

OTTAWA, Ont. – A new report from the Senate Committee on Transport and Communications has suggested Canada is “ill-prepared” for the arrival of driverless vehicles. The committee studied emerging driverless…

The perilous path to autonomy

My biggest automotive concern over the holidays was the crummy fuel economy my new gasoline-powered car was getting. With my scandalous Volkswagen TDI, I could go 1,000 kilometers on a…

New Speedee software helps dispatchers

VANCOUVER, B.C. – Speedee Transport has released a new software it says will maximize scheduling efficiency and minimize shipment. SpeedeeGo Trucking Dispatch comes with EDI integration capabilities, live GPS tracking,…

Cummins Westport natural gas engine gets key emissions certifications

VANCOUVER, B.C. – Cummins Westport’s 2018 ISX12N natural gas engine has been certified by the U.S. Environment Protection Agency (EPA) and California’s Air Resources Board (ARB). The ISX12N meets ARB’s…

Blackberry Radar now available to Pana-Pacific customers

WATERLOO, Ont. – Blackberry Ltd. has partnered with Pana-Pacific to offer its asset tracking solution to more than 2,800 commercial dealers across North America. During the announcement, Philip Poulidis, senior…

ELD Day

As the clock counts down to the Dec. 18 electronic logging device mandate in the U.S., many fleets have yet to implement a solution

Versatility a key feature for upcoming Sprinter van release

STUTTGART, Germany – With the unveiling of its new Sprinter van on the horizon early 2018, Mercedes-Benz provided insight into how it developed what it called “the perfect solution to…

NAIT partners with industry to offer low-carbon fuel to long-haul segment

EDMONTON, Alta. – The Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) has partnered with industry stakeholders to bring low-carbon fuel that can withstand all weather conditions to the long-haul truck segment.

Opinions mixed

Panel voices concern, optimism for impact technology and Millennials will have on industry

Government collaboration required on automated trucks

ORLANDO, Fla. – State and federal governments must work together to ensure consistency in developing a regulatory framework for automated vehicles. That was the message from Kirk Steudle, director of…

‘The Movement of Anything’ | Is the Canadian Trucking Industry Ready?

The trucking industry in Canada not only prides itself on being relationship focused, but on utilizing traditional operational methods as well. With over 300,000 truck drivers across Canada, many…