Buying a truck isn’t as simple as it used to be August 31, 2018 I’m sure I’m not alone in the dilemma I currently face. I have a truck that I’m still paying for, yet it’s costing me almost as much as my payments…
Preventing gum disease August 28, 2018 When discussing the health of professional truck drivers, conditions such as diabetes, elevated cholesterol levels, and high blood pressure often come up in the conversation. However, rarely do you hear…
Moving into a new truck August 28, 2018 Every three to four years I am given the privilege of moving into a brand new tractor. As I clean out the old tractor, I have the opportunity to look…
Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program: What we learned August 25, 2018 Last year, the federal government reached out to industries that are heavy users of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). They want to better understand the specific industry challenges and…
The heat is on August 25, 2018 MELT is expanding. Let's ensure we get it right, and have come commonality
The value of service August 25, 2018 There’s a certain big box store near me where the prices are low but I’m not sure things really are less expensive. Paying a buck for something is great as…
Pay it forward August 23, 2018 I just got back from the Bramasole Diner, the all-day-breakfast greasy spoon where I’ve been a regular for over 17 years. On a typical Sunday, it was hot and crowded…
On the fast track preview image On the fast track August 23, 2018 NASCAR truck drivers combine passions for racing and trucking
Taking control of their own destiny preview image Taking control of their own destiny August 5, 2018 SMITHERS, B.C. — Nestled in the tiny northwestern B.C. town of Smithers lies a rather unique delivery operation with a name representative of the area it has served for many years.
GPS gems of wisdom August 5, 2018 My mother always had gems of wisdom to share, and one I still carry with me today is, “The more you have, the more you have to look after.” She…
Curbing added costs August 2, 2018 WINNIPEG, Man. — The Manitoba Trucking Association (MTA) says it’s doing what it can to help mitigate the added costs of the province’s impending carbon levy, set to kick in this…
The friendly highways preview image The friendly highways August 2, 2018 Groups look at autonomous friendly corridors for self-driving vehicles
Permit please August 2, 2018 Fox Creek's permit enforcement shines light on need for more commercial rest areas