Espar appoints new VP August 1, 2014 MISSISSAUGA, Ont. -- Espar Heater Systems, a leading manufacturer and supplier of anti-idling technologies has promoted John Bishop to the position of vice-president of sales for North America.
July’s Used Class 8 Sales Come Back Strong August 1, 2014 COLUMBUS, IN - After falling hard in June, volumes for used class 8 trucks sold in July came back strong, ACT Research reported today.
New Railway Association of Canada pres named August 1, 2014 OTTAWA -- Cliff Mackay is the new President and CEO of the Railway Association of Canada.
Canadian bulk carriers win safety awards August 1, 2014 TORONTO -- The National Tank Truck Carriers Conference recently announced its safety winners for 2005.
Ontario Pushes Back 70% Licence Fee Increase August 1, 2014 TORONTO - The province of Ontario's planned phase-in for the increase in heavy-truck licence fees has been extended by a year, the Ontario Trucking Association (OTA) announced today.
Truckers! Don’t Get Robbed. Get Smart. August 1, 2014 TORONTO - A cargo theft in Hamilton coincides with the announcement of an industry-wide crime-fighting effort.
Alberta dealers named among PacLease’s best August 1, 2014 BELLEVUE, Wash. -- PACCAR Leasing Company recently presented awards to some of its most successful North American franchises, including two Edmonton, Alta. locations.
Erb excavates bigger digs for rigs August 1, 2014 QUINTE WEST, Ont. -- Reefer giant Erb Transport is digging its way toward a brand new truck depot north of Hwy. 401 on Glen Miller Road.
Day & Ross taps Sameday VP August 1, 2014 MISSISSAUGA, Ont. -- Bruce W. Crofts has been named director of transportation services for Sameday Right-O-Way, the courier division of Maritime-based fleet Day & Ross Transportation Group.
Paccar Parts names new marketing GM August 1, 2014 BELLEVUE , Wash. -- Mike Kuester has been appointed general marketing manager for Paccar Parts.
Kevin Tallman buys Metro Toronto International August 1, 2014 MISSISSAUGA, Ont. -- International Truck and Engine is welcoming Kevin Tallman as the new owner of its Metro Toronto International Truck franchise.
Bison opens Calgary digs August 1, 2014 CALGARY -- Bison Transport has cut the ribbon on a new 40,000-sq ft terminal in Calgary.
Ultramar opens Ontario fuel station August 1, 2014 GRAVENHURST, Ont. -- Ultramar is opening a brand new service station facility in Ontario as part of its major expansion plans.
Day & Ross names HR boss August 1, 2014 HARTLAND, N.B. -- Eric P. Rowley has been named vice-president of human resources with the Day & Ross Transportation group.
Gerry’s Trailer Sales hires new sales rep August 1, 2014 WINNIPEG -- Ken Charles has been named to the sales team at Gerry's Trailer Sales and R & D Trailer Rentals in Southern Manitoba.