Trucking Life

North Dakota vaccinates 2,523 Manitoba truckers

The Essential Worker Cross-Border Vaccination Initiative has reached a new milestone, giving more than 2,500 doses of the Covid-19 vaccine to Manitoba truck drivers in North Dakota, Premier Brian Pallister…

Crevier Group sells fuel division to Parkland

Crevier Group, a family-owned company and distributor of energy and lubricants, announced Tuesday the signing of an agreement to sell its fuel division, Petroles Crevier, to Parkland Corporation. Parkland, a…

Vancouver port defends truck age policy

The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority has defended its truck age policy after local truckers held a rally on Canada Day, to protest the restrictions. The port authority said in an…

Ontario schools push for more enforcement

Established Ontario truck driving schools are arguing that a lack of provincial oversight and enforcement is leading to training that churns out poor-quality commercial drivers – despite a mandatory entry-level…

Shell Rotella SuperRigs registration opens

Shell Rotella SuperRigs contestants can now register for the 39th Annual Shell Rotella SuperRigs. The event will be taking place in-person at Love’s Travel Stop in Hampshire, Ill. July 29-31.

CTA encourages drivers to take advantage of temporary FAST enrolment event

The Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) reports there are still limited spots remaining for a Free and Secure Trade (FAST) enrolment event at the Fort Erie enrolment center from July 12-16.

Andy Transport buys St-Zotique terminal

Andy Transport has acquired a terminal in St-Zotique, Que., located on Hwy. 20W, five miles from Hwy. 401. The site includes more than 700,000 sq.-ft. of land and a multi-use…

North Dakota once again extends vaccination program for Canadian truckers

North Dakota has once again extended its Covid-19 vaccination clinic for Canadian truck drivers, due to the ongoing success of the program. It will now run through July at the…

Three generations pave path of growth

What’s in a name? An immigrant success story and a glimpse into the darker side of the past. Frank Augello Sr. immigrated to Canada from Italy more than half a…

Rand McNally appoints Dannenbring as CEO

Rand McNally, a provider of mapping, navigation, and commercial transportation technology, Wednesday announced the appointment of Aaron Dannenbring as chief executive officer. Dannenbring, who has more than 20 years of…

Trucking HR Canada appoints Faucette as chief program officer

Trucking HR Canada’s Craig Faucette has been named chief program officer Tuesday, as the organization manages new and expanding programs. Faucette has been directing Trucking HR Canada programs since the…

NHTSA orders crash reporting

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Tuesday exercised its authority by issuing a standing general order requiring manufacturers and operators of vehicles equipped with SAE Level 2 advanced driver…

FSC announces conference agenda

The Fleet Safety Council (FSC) will present its 30th Annual Educational Conference on Oct. 1 in an online webinar format. Registration has also opened for the event. The 30th Annual…

Thank a Trucker program to recognize Drivers of the Month

NAL Insurance’s Thank a Trucker program has launched a Driver of the Month program. Professional drivers can be nominated to receive recognition on social media and an award valued at…

Ontario truck parking initiatives an ‘insult’, says study author

The author of a report into Ontario truck parking is accusing the Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) of a “decade of inaction” on the issue – and is calling recent…