Pete names two Canadian dealers Best in Class August 1, 2014 DENTON, Tex. (May 1, 2003) -- Peterbilt Motors has named Stan Dunford and David Climie of Peterbilt Ontario in London, and Doug Danylchuk of Winnipeg-based Peterbilt Manitoba recip
Cleaner trucks get a break on Drive Clean program August 1, 2014 TORONTO (April 25, 2003) -- Ontario truck fleets that have been on their best environmental behaviour will now be able to cut annual Heavy Duty Drive Clean expenses in half.
Lobby group asking Feds to CRASH Canadian HOS rules August 1, 2014 OTTAWA (May 1, 2003) -- The railway-funded lobby group Canadians for Responsible and Safe Highways (CRASH) called upon Transport Canada to abandon its own hours-of-service proposal
Carriers more open to intermodal shift, CTA says August 1, 2014 MONTREAL, (May 1, 2003) -- While carriers aren't willing to let go their strong grasp of the wholesale freight market, Canadian Trucking Alliance CEO David Bradley said that trucke
Nova Scotia releases draft of harmonized oversize rules August 1, 2014 TRURO, N.S. (May 1, 2003) -- The Atlantic provinces are one step closer to a harmonized oversize/overweight truck load policy, after the Nova Scotia government recently tabled two
Load restrictions for Quebec extended August 1, 2014 QUEBEC CITY (May 7, 2003) - The Quebec Ministry of Transportation is informing heavy vehicle operators that the spring thaw period in all zones will end one week later than origina
Propane truck engine unveiled by Cummins Wesport August 1, 2014 VANCOUVER, (May 7, 2003) -- Cummins Westport Inc., a joint venture of engine maker Cummins Inc. and Westport Innovations has announced the launch of a new low-emissions LPG (liquid
Great Dane pres pinned after 40 years August 1, 2014 SAVANNAH, Ga. (May 7, 2003) -- Kit Hammond, president of Great Dane Trailers, recently celebrated his 40th anniversary with the company. Kit received a commemorative 40-year ser
Former Freightliner chief sparks deal for fire truck maker August 1, 2014 CLINTONVILLE, Wis. (May 8, 2003) -- Former Freightliner LLC president Jim Hebe is back in truck manufacturing. Hebe and a group of investors have acquired Seagrave Fire Apparatu
Eleven new FAST and NEXUS crossings announced August 1, 2014 OTTAWA (May 7, 2003) -- After much lobbying by shippers and the trucking industry, the Canadian and U.S. governments will be expanding Free and Secure Trade (FAST) and NEXUS to sev
Muir’s maintenance man takes home CFMS award August 1, 2014 TORONTO (May 7, 2003) - Ed Roeder's wrench-handling skills were officially recognized today, as the Muir's Cartage fleet manager was given the 2003 Volvo Trucks Canada Fleet Mainte
OTA looking for best driver in Ontario August 1, 2014 TORONTO, (May 7, 2003) -- The Ontario Trucking Association is requesting nominations for the 2003 OTA/Volvo Trucks Canada Driver of the Year, which will be named at the association
Collenette announces motor carrier safety regulations August 1, 2014 OTTAWA, (May 7, 2003) -- Transport Minister David Collenette has announced proposed regulations that will amend the Motor Vehicle Transport Act 1987, and are designed to establish
Canadian suppliers receive Freightliner awards August 1, 2014 PORTLAND, Ore. (May 9, 2003) -- Four Canadian companies were part of 40 suppliers honoured by Freightliner LLC for the highest standards of quality in providing parts and component
Maritime Ontario Freight honoured for regional service August 1, 2014 BRAMPTON, Ont. (May 9, 2003) -- Maritime-Ontario Freight Lines was one of several companies honoured at the Outstanding Business Achievement Awards held recently to highlight the c