FEATURE OF THE WEEK: Hit the road – Road tests can be wonderful screening tools — if they’re properly structured January 11, 2007 Application forms, job interviews and reference checks all play key roles in the hiring of professional driver...
Local carriers drive community charity event January 11, 2007 BRANTFORD, Ont. -- A handful of Brantford, Ont.-area carriers are donating the use of their trucks to ensure a comm...
Cummins, Leyland Trucks U.K. ink long-term supply deal January 11, 2007 COLUMBUS, Ind. -- Cummins has established a new long-term supply agreement with PACCAR'S UK subsidiary, Leyland Tru...
INDUSTRY PULSE: Canadian trade volumes bounce back in November January 11, 2007 OTTAWA, Ont. -- Canada's exports rose 2.8% in November, halting two consecutive declines, with increases in all sec...
INDUSTRY PULSE: Automotive products lead increase in exports January 11, 2007 OTTAWA, Ont. -- Exports of automotive products, after cooling for several months as a result of production slowdown...
INDUSTRY PULSE: Imports show slight gain in November January 11, 2007 OTTAWA, Ont. -- Energy imports, as well as automotive imports, were up in November, allowing total import values to...
Northern B.C. port on schedule with terminal expansion January 10, 2007 PRINCE RUPERT, B.C. -- The vision to expand the Prince Rupert Port terminal to triple the size in an effort to acco...
FEATURE OF THE WEEK: Spec’ for fuel efficiency – Put your work trucks on a reduced fuel diet January 10, 2007 The high cost of fuel, combined with a growing interest in environmental issues, has many fleet managers think...
Join the Lunch Box Letdown campaign at trucknews.com January 10, 2007 TORONTO, Ont. -- Drivers looking to take part in the Lunch Box Letdown campaign can now do so through trucknews.com...
TransX honours 30-year veteran with keys to new truck preview image TransX honours 30-year veteran with keys to new truck January 10, 2007 WINNIPEG, Man. -- TransX has recognized the companys most senior driver, Joe Nayanokee, for his more than 30 years...
PACCAR moves forward with state-of-the-art facility preview image PACCAR moves forward with state-of-the-art facility January 10, 2007 BELLEVUE, Wash. -- Building on the financial success of 2006, PACCAR has unveiled plans for a new $400 million powe...
COMPETITION WATCH: Clarke increases investment in oil and gas operation January 10, 2007 HALIFAX, N.S. -- A recent transaction by Clarke has made the Eastern-based transportation company the largest share...
Shell releases 2007 ROTELLA SuperRigs Calendar preview image Shell releases 2007 ROTELLA SuperRigs Calendar January 9, 2007 HOUSTON, Texas -- Thirteen of the most beautiful trucks on the road are currently enjoying the glamour shot of a l...
FEATURE OF THE WEEK – Spec Smart: Which wheel design is best for your operation? January 9, 2007 There are three basic wheel designs to choose from and each has its own design and performance pros and cons. ...
New dates announced for Eastern Ontario Big Rig Truck Show and Shine January 9, 2007 STIRLING, Ont. -- New dates in June have been confirmed for the second annual Eastern Ontario Big Rig Truck Show an...
