Human Resources Incentives and disincentives May 26, 2014 Many carriers have incentive programs in place for their drivers and I’ve been wondering how effective these programs really are. Most programs are based on quarterly…
Transportation A worthy initiative May 26, 2014 Back in April I was invited to address the inaugural meeting of a new organization launched by Trucking HR Canada called Supporting Women in Freight Transportation (SWIFT). While…
Health & Safety Montrealers get a sad lesson in road safety May 26, 2014 MONTREAL, Que. — It was pure coincidence that on April 30, just two days after a cyclist died in an accident with a truck, police put on a…
Transportation OTDC: Expect louder, bolder coverage May 26, 2014 The Ontario Truck Driving Championships (OTDC) have been an integral part of our industry since 1947. We are proud to announce that Truck News is now going…
Health & Safety The implications of medical marijuana May 26, 2014 You knew it would happen eventually. Since the federal government okayed the use of medicinal marijuana in 2001, many Canadians have resorted to the treatment to ease the suffering…
Business Management HR Q&A: Avoiding subjective compensation May 23, 2014 HR professionals offer advice to frequently asked business questions
Business Management TAG YOU’RE IT: Trucks and cargo can tell a story — with help from advanced telematics May 16, 2014 Sensors and the telematics systems which wirelessly transfer their data can now be used to monitor everything from temperatures to locations, pressures, acceleration and shock loads
RISKY BUSINESS: Minimizing insurance premiums is a matter of commitment, consistence and vigilance preview image Business Management RISKY BUSINESS: Minimizing insurance premiums is a matter of commitment, consistence and vigilance May 16, 2014 How can you keep your insurance premiums as low as possible? Run a safe and efficient operation, pay attention to the little things, hire well, and do what you…
Business Management STOP THIEF: What you can do to ensure your fleet is not an easy target for cargo theft May 16, 2014 Expert tips to protect your fleet against truck and trailer theft
AFTER THE WORST HAS HAPPENED: The actions taken when a theft is discovered can help aid ina successful cargo recovery preview image Business Management AFTER THE WORST HAS HAPPENED: The actions taken when a theft is discovered can help aid ina successful cargo recovery May 16, 2014 Steps you should be taking to increase the odds for a successful recovery once a load goes missing.
LET ME TELL YOU ABOUT MY FRIEND BEN May 13, 2014 I am really happy for my pal Ben Rouillard, executive v.p. of B&B Group/Bess Tank Lines, who last week dropped me a note to let me know he closed his…
Transportation TRANSCORE OFFERING SCHOLARSHIPS May 13, 2014 If you have a son or daughter that’s pursuing a post-secondary education and you use TransCore’s services, your child could qualify for one of two $2,500 scholarships. One is based…
DRIVING THE GMC SIERRA & CHEVY SILVERADO HD May 13, 2014 The GMC Sierra pictured just outside Waterton Lakes National Park. I was recently invited to spend a couple days in Southern Alberta driving the new GMC Sierra HD and…
Health & Safety THE MEDICAL MARIJUANA CONUNDRUM May 13, 2014 You knew it would happen eventually. Since the federal government okayed the use of medicinal marijuana in about 2001, many Canadians have resorted to the treatment to ease the suffering…
Sustainability BISON WANTS MORE FLEETS TO GET ON-BOARD WITH PIT May 13, 2014 FPInnovations’ Performance Innovation Transport (PIT) is in the midst of an aggressive expansion campaign on both sides of the border. The organization conducts the twice-yearly Energotest trials, which measure the…