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Big changes for medium-duty trucks

The butcher, the baker, and yes, even the candlestick maker. Those are some of the buyers of medium-duty trucks. They aren’t truckers, they don’t know much about trucks and they…

Mandatory electronic logging devices and legalized marijuana

As of Dec. 18, anyone who operates commercial buses or trucks south of the border will be required to have a compliant electronic logging device (ELD) installed on their vehicle,…

We can’t attract more drivers while automating the profession

If we are going to attract young people to a career in the trucking industry, we need more than just a new marketing plan preaching a set of motherhood values…

Conflicting messages will deter millennials

Obviously, we have a serious driver shortage. Millennials are one of the more promising solutions to this, but the younger generation – besides being more tech-savvy – are largely unsure…

Just the alternative facts

So here I am in April, researching the deductibility of life insurance because one of our clients just bought a benefits package that includes medical, dental, health, disability, and life…

Market movers

Meritor's John Nelligan on faster axle ratios, the adoption of disc brakes, and why 6x2 interest is cooling

Super drivers

It takes special skills and a cool head to move monster loads

Checking items off the bucket list one mile at a time

The temptation to move on is there, but the benefit of sitting tight are hard to ignore

Power lift

Huge components are moved for the Lower Churchill Project power system

The reality of building a brand

When business leaders talk about rebranding, they often think a makeover will fix whatever ails their operation. But charismatic and iconic brands are meticulously crafted from self-knowledge. But let’s start…

ELDs on a smartphone: smart or not?

With a smartphone, you don’t have to wonder about anything anymore. All the answers are at your fingertips. How tall was John Wayne? 6 foot 3. Who won the 1942…

The problems with our driver training system

Recently, a person dropped into the office at Altanic Transportation, looking for a job. He had no appointment, but I chose to interview and road test him. A brief conversation…

The Mark Dalton Project, Part 2

After delivering his load in Toronto, Mark headed for Scarborough in the east end of the city where his Aunt Mary had her home. Parking Mother Load on a residential…

Choosing a maintenance service provider

I spend a considerable sum on preventive maintenance on my trucks. In the long run, it’s the best way to avoid unnecessary bills. It’s very easy to spend a dollar…

Anger management: It’s on you

Do you ever feel like lifting your hand from the wheel and shaking your fist at the world? The frustrations of professional driving – inconsiderate drivers, traffic congestion, detours, demanding…