Manitoba highways expected to stay open August 1, 2014 MORRIS, Man. -- Predictions from a few weeks ago that flooding along the Red River would be kinder to Manitoba truckers than last year have so far been proven correct.
BCTA tips off shippers to safe carriers August 1, 2014 LANGLEY, B.C. -- A series of flyers released by the B.C. Trucking Association is designed to help shippers identify and hire safe, reliable trucking companies in B.C.
Descartes, McLeod Software combine fleet service applications August 1, 2014 WATERLOO, Ont. -- Logistics group Descartes Systems announced that McLeod Software has joined Descartes' United by Design program to offer broader services to its truck carrier brokerage and shipper community throughout North America.
Strike Three: Pennsylvania I-80 toll plan rejected August 1, 2014 HARRISBURG, Pa. -- Pennsylvania's plan to charge tolls on Interstate 80 has once again been dismissed by Washington.
Index tracks freight rate slip in Jan August 1, 2014 TORONTO -- The Canadian General Freight Index shows the cost of ground transportation for Canadian shippers decreased slightly in January.
App released for the iTruckers on the road August 1, 2014 DALLAS -- Software development firm Applicandy releases its debut app for the trucking industry, helping truck drivers track revenue, monitor deadhead miles, and manage HOS more efficiently.
Worldwide honors for Cummins chief August 1, 2014 COLUMBUS, Ind. -- According to Barron's magazine, Cummins has one of the top CEOs in the world at its helm.
Get ready for kinder gentler CN, exec tells shippers August 1, 2014 TORONTO -- CN Rail is going to start being more of a team player. That's the word from the company's assistant vice president of sales and marketing
Goodyear rebrands Wingfoot network; adding 10 locations August 1, 2014 AKRON, Ohio -- The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company's Wingfoot Commercial Tire Systems subsidiary has rebranded its on-highway, truckstop network.
Truckers asked to play safety role during summer summits August 1, 2014 TORONTO -- As Canada prepares to host two major global events this summer, the RCMP are hoping the trucking industry can help ensure everything goes smoothly.
Survey: Fleets ready to buy alt fuel trucks August 1, 2014 LAS VEGAS -- Nearly half of fleets surveyed by AFVi said they plan to purchase alternative fuel vehicles in the next three years.
Daimler’s Mercedes-Benz truck engines win JD Power award August 1, 2014 REDFORD, Mich. - Daimler Trucks North America's Mercedes-Benz engines have received the award for "Highest in Customer Satisfaction among Vocational Heavy-Duty Truck Engines."
Gateways are corridors to success, transportation leaders say August 1, 2014 TORONTO -- In an increasingly global economy, Canada has a head start on the U.S., but it must continue to build its gateway strategies and rebuild its aging infrastructure.
Get out your funny money August 1, 2014 TORONTO -- How're you fixed for Canadian Tire cash? If you're traveling down the 401, it could come in might handy.
CTA launches cargo crime study August 1, 2014 OTTAWA -- The Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) announced today the launch of a "first-of-its-kind" study to examine cargo crime activity in Canada and explore solutions to tackle this problem.