Transportation Finding the right fit (Part 1) May 26, 2014 “Do you know any good carriers?” Of the dozens of calls and e-mails I get in a week, that’s one of the questions I get asked most often.
Transportation Mark learns the SmartWay May 26, 2014 Mark was on the last of three round-trips he’d made between Vancouver and Calgary, moving stock into a new warehouse that was opening up in Alberta to supply the…
Health & Safety Put your best foot forward May 26, 2014 Ingrown toenails are a common condition which occurs when the corners or side of a toenail grows into the surrounding skin. This may result in pain and swelling…
Health & Safety It’s no joke: laughter is good for you May 26, 2014 You may have heard that laughter is good for you, but do you know how good for you? Well, according to the Mayo Clinic, it’s no joke. Although…
Transportation Hybrids still viable…in the right application May 26, 2014 Natural gas has displaced hybrid-electric drive systems as the most talked-about ‘green’ powertrain solution. But experts say hybrids are still viable when deployed in the right applications.
Transportation When truckers go Hollywood May 26, 2014 When drivers become the star of the show, it means more than bright lights and big sunglasses. Think more downtime, training, expenses and responsibilities.
Transportation Ways to better comply with IFTA May 26, 2014 The International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) is a reciprocity agreement among the lower 48 states and Canadian provinces that’s designed to make it simpler for motor carriers that operate…
Transportation Brick by brick May 26, 2014 The next targets for fuel economy will require a close look at trailer
Health & Safety Ryder, WIT team up to build safer trucks for both sexes May 26, 2014 MIAMI, Fla. — Earlier this year, Ryder Systems announced it was collaborating with Women in Trucking (WIT) to create ergonomic cab designs that would help address the challenges…
Transportation Preparing for maiden voyage as an O/O May 26, 2014 Well that’s the first month done, only another 59 to go and I can become an owner/operator rather than just an operator! My first week started…
Transportation You filed your taxes. Now what? May 26, 2014 So you filed your income tax return. If you’re like most Canadians, you spent last month hoping against hope that the next letter you get from Canada Revenue…
Health & Safety Speedy hires new wellness advisor and driver trainer May 26, 2014 Will the newly-created, health-focused role become more prevalent in the trucking world?
Health & Safety A timely learning experience May 26, 2014 I recently had a most interesting experience observing students learning about important aspects of road safety. It involved a high school, a group of volunteers, the Ministry of…
Health & Safety Adults bring a unique focus to classroom May 26, 2014 The mere thought of returning to a classroom can fill some drivers with dread, especially if their earlier learning experiences were shaped by droning teachers, pop quizzes, and…
Transportation Why small carriers will soon become extinct May 26, 2014 Most optimists really don’t like me. I’m at the other pole compared to them. For the last couple decades I’ve been of the belief that a healthy dose…