Transportation

CTHRC launches detailed H.R. research program

OTTAWA, Ont. The Canadian Trucking Human Resources Council (CTHRC) is launching a program that will examine the workforce of the trucking industry.Working alongside stakeholders from labor groups, car...

Partnership forms for Atlantic Truck Show

MONCTON, N.B. The Atlantic Truck Show that is held at the Moncton Coliseum Agrena Complex each year will have a different look this time around on June 13-14, 2003.While the Atlantic Provinces Truckin...

Collenette: Alternative transportation modes needed to cure congestion

NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE, Ont. - The Beyond Borders - Trade Corridors Conference was held Oct. 27-29 in Niagara On The Lake.It was an opportunity for Canadian and U.S. stakeholders to deal with trade and t...

Driving – Smart ATC provides better traction

ELYRIA, Oh. - When facing challenging driving conditions, automatic traction control (ATC) can be a truck driver's best friend. It adjusts engine torque and wheel spin to help drivers gain maximum tra...

CTEA – Outlook for 2003

TORONTO, Ont. - Is there a silver lining on the horizon for the North American commercial vehicle industry?This was the topic of keynote speaker, Ken Vieth's, presentation at the 39th annual Canadian ...

CTEA – Test results to enhance truck safety

TORONTO, Ont. - As part of the Canadian Transportation Equipment Association's (CTEA) annual manufacturers conference, Innovative Vehicle Testing Ltd. (IVT) of B.C. was on-hand to discuss the extensiv...

Like it or not, you are what you eat

You are what you eat.If that is true, I should be a half-pound of lean ground beef, complete with four strips of bacon and enough melted cheddar to cover my entire body.Yes, I am a bacon cheeseburger....

Heightened interest in Drake’s lift system

VERNON BRIDGE, P.E.I. - Drake Truck Bodies, in conjunction with L & K Equipment of New Hampshire, has designed and manufactured a new vertical lift system for van bodies and trailers.The North America...

How do you prepare for winter driving?

SALISBURY, N.B. The cold weather has arrived and the snow is about to fly and truck drivers have to take the appropriate measures to ensure a safe and productive trip.The Canadian winter, often a neme...

Fredericton Road to be overhauled

SALISBURY, N.B. - Village council decided to nominate Fredericton Road for the new municipal designated highway grant program.The section of Route 112, running from Main Street west to Highway 2, will...

Vibrations not linked to back pain

EDMONTON, Alta. - A University of Alberta researcher has concluded extensive exposure to vehicle vibration is not a cause of chronic back pain.Her findings dispel a theory held by many long-haul truck...

CTA: Canadians need to find fellow marchers

NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE, Ont. - David Bradley, chief executive officer of the Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) says Canadians are negotiators and Americans are deal-makers.During the fifth annual Trade Co...

Michelin introduces two new truck tires

LAVAL, Que. - Michelin has added the XZA3 and the XDA Energy to its line of truck tires, with fuel efficiency and increased removal mileage in mind.The XZA3 is a long-haul steer tire designed to give ...

Kenworth dealers say used truck surplus is drying up

KIRKLAND, Wash. - The surplus of used trucks on the market is drying up, according to Kenworth used truck dealers, and now demand is stronger than the supply.Owner/operators and fleets who are still s...

Ontario may ban cellphone use

TORONTO, Ont. - The debate continues over cellphone use while driving and Ontario is the latest region threatening to ban the practice.Recently, a Private Member's bill was passed at Queen's Park, whi...