Transportation

Truckers of a different color

After I was assigned to study racism in the trucking industry, I spent a few hours listening to Channel 19. My ears perked for any racist inference. The first session left me wondering where the racis...

Fight the gators

Next to fuel, tires represent the highest operating expense for an owner/operator. A set of 10 tires for an on-highway tractor can easily cost $3,000, so the shredded casings that line the shoulder of...

Tech treads

The link between rubber and silicone may be closer than you think.Tire manufacturers have been struggling for several years to incorporate computer chips into their rubber - developing a new generatio...

Fuel for the ignition

There's little doubt that many cold, blustery days lie ahead of us before leaves re-appear on the trees. And from the standpoint of fuel systems, it is imperative to ensure that all components are win...

Courier takes on Fedex name

MOON TOWNSHIP, Pa. - FedEx Ground (formerly RPS) has taken on the FedEx Corporation name, extending the FedEx brand to three of its subsidiaries.The FedEx Ground headquarters will serve as home base t...

Clear the air

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - A U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) report meant to show a link between diesel fumes and various health problems has once again been rejected by a panel of independent sci...

Be truthful in logbooks

A driver's logbook can mean a lot of things to a lot of people. But if yours is best described as a great work of fiction, it's time to reconsider the process.Once your logs are turned in and collecte...

Trimac buys U.S.-based DSI

CALGARY, Alta. - Trimac Transportation has purchased Initial DSI Transports Inc. (DSI) from United Transport America for approximately US $68.3 million. The deal closed on Jan. 18.DSI, headquartered i...

Exports rebound in October

OTTAWA, Ont. - Canadian export volumes recovered in October following their drop in September. Exports rose 1.2 per cent in October to $30.7 billion - that's 7.9 per cent higher than in October last y...

Parts apprenticeship launched

TORONTO, Ont. - Centennial College will launch the Motive Power Partsperson apprenticeship program, the first of its kind to be offered in Ontario. The program is designed to help meet the need for we...

Test # three for truck technicians

HERNDON, Va. - The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence has introduced the third in its series of certification tests for truck equipment technicians.May 2 is the launch date for the A...

Storm hits Atlantic

CHARLOTTETOWN, P.E.I. - On Jan. 21, a fierce storm caused widespread flooding and damage to homes, vehicles and roadways in the Maritime provinces.Government officials are stil assess damages to busin...

Clearing up the language and introducing uniformity

There are some significant (albeit technical) changes proposed for federal dangerous goods legislation that will soon have a significant impact on a segment of our industry.Known as the Clear Language...

Officer respects professionals

Dear Editor,As a CVSA (Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance)-certified police officer serving central Ontario, I have had many dealings with truckers over the past few years. Despite the outcome of the ...

Not-at-faults shouldn’t be on CVORs

Dear Editor,The next time you request a CVOR (Commercial Vehicle Operator Record) abstract in Ontario, take a close look at it. If you have had an accident and were not charged, it still shows on your...