Economy

Atlantic truckers form human resources council

DIEPPE -- A group of trucking carriers part of the Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association have formed a Human Resource and Education Committee to explore educational options and HR challenges in the Atlantic trucking industry.

Rona’s Folly

Federal policy on the environment aims to accomplish nothing at all. We want more. We deserve better.

Dana makes one-millionth steer axle

TOLEDO, Ohio -- Dana Corp. has produced its one-millionth E-series steer axle at its Humboldt, Tenn., manufacturing facility.

Volvo vocationals win construction mag awards

GREENSBORO, N.C. -- Volvo's new family of diesel engines, as well as the Volvo VT 800 daycab truck, were named some of the Top 100 New Products of 2006 by Construction Equipment magazine.

Eaton forging plant stamped with safety honor

CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Eaton Corp. recently received the Indiana Occupational Safety and Health Administration VPP (Voluntary Protection Programs) Star Award for Safety at the company's heavy-duty transmission division forge facility in South Bend, Ind.

Ontario to expand HOV network

TORONTO -- More 400-series highways in Southern Ontario will be getting an extra lane -- except most truckers won't ever be able to use it.

Yokohama rolls tire price forward

FULLERTON, Calif. -- The price of a Yokohama Tire is going up because of the continued rising costs of raw materials, the company says.

21 fleets push for commercial hybrid development

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. -- Twenty-one of the biggest mixed fleets in North America are working together to help speed the development of a cost-effective, light-duty hybrid work truck that reduces exhaust emissions while improving fuel economy compared to current vehicles.

Deer most vulnerable to vehicle collisions in B.C

PRINCE GEORGE, B.C. -- Being born a deer in B.C. is more likely to get you tattooed by a vehicle's grill than any other animal in Canada.

BC and Alta dealers among Volvo Trucks’ best

GREENSBORO, N.C. -- Pacific Coast Heavy Truck Group of Surrey, B.C., was named Volvo Trucks' Canadian Dealer of the Year.

Free shipping is key for online retailers

NEW YORK -- Shipping costs are a big factor in the decision to buy online, according to a study done by The Conference Board and TNS, a market research firm. More than 90 percent of consumers surveyed said free shipping would be an incentive to spend more online this holiday season.

What’s Your Sign? Insurance study ranks drivers by horoscope

TORONTO -- A study to illustrate how vehicle insurers vary wildly in premium pricing, has found another surprising trend: That Libras are the worst drivers.

Time’s Up

Four provinces won't be ready with the new HOS rules. So what?

Kenworth MD van body program expands north

KIRKLAND, Wash. -- The Kenworth Medium Duty Van Body Program has added a third premium manufacturer, and the first one in Canada, to provide customers with one-stop medium duty truck and van body purchase at participating Kenworth dealerships in this country.

Scania begins world’s best trucker search

STOCKHOLM, Sweden -- Swedish truck and bus maker Scania will soon kick off its selection process in 40 countries on five continents, aimed at identifying the world's best truck drivers.