Trucking yard accident results in fatality January 9, 2007 MISSISSAUGA, Ont. -- An accident at a trucking yard in Mississauga has claimed the life of an employee, local media...
FEATURE OF THE WEEK: The test of independence – Not all truckers can qualify as independent contractors January 8, 2007 The use of an "independent contractor" can appear to be a hassle-free alternative to hiring an employee.There'...
Dana sells trailer axle manufacturing assets to Hendrickson USA January 8, 2007 TOLEDO, Ohio -- Dana and its subsidiary Dana Canada have completed the sale of their trailer axle manufacturing ass...
Shell offers oil analysis program January 8, 2007 HOUSTON, Texas -- With hotter running engines and increased levels of exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) in 2007, Shel...
FEATURE OF THE WEEK – Spec’ Smart: You’ve got to keep your cool when spec’ing reefers January 7, 2007 Don't let the disparity of manufacturers fool you into thinking reefers are a spec you need spend little time on.
FEATURE OF THE WEEK: The Big Chill – Hot tips for winterizing your vehicle January 6, 2007 As the cold weather approaches, fleets and owner/operators will begin to winterize their vehicles, especially ...
DHS issues credentialing rule to secure access to U.S. ports January 5, 2007 WASHINGTON, DC -- The Department of Homeland Security has issued the final rule for the Transportation Worker Iden...
FEATURE OF THE WEEK – Part 1: CJ-4 Oils Is the trucking industry prepared? January 5, 2007 The 2007 engine designs place new demands on lubricants. The new engines are expected to boost exhaust gas recircul...
Weakening loonie good news for exporters January 5, 2007 OTTAWA, Ont. -- Manufacturers and exporters that ship into the US are beginning to reap the benefits of a falling C...
KRTS offering second driver course at Fanshawe January 4, 2007 SIMCOE, Ont. -- KRTS is now offering its Professional Dispatch Course at Fanshawe College in Simcoe, Ont., an hour ...
FEATURE OF THE WEEK: The laws of discipline – Clearly defined discipline policies will guide your actions January 4, 2007 Few management decisions are more challenging than those that involve disciplinary action. It can be easy to m...
Harper Detroit Diesel changes name, identity January 4, 2007 TORONTO, Ont. -- Paul and Steve Harper, co-owners of Harper Group, the parent company to Harper Detroit Diesel, hav...
COMPETITION WATCH: TransForce completes Westfreight acquisition January 4, 2007 MONTREAL, Que. -- TransForce Income Fund has wrapped up its acquisition of Westfreight Systems and Westfreight Hold...
Toronto considers tolling roads January 4, 2007 TORONTO, Ont. -- Toronto city councillors will consider tolling local roads when they meet in the spring to hash ou...
TransCores satellite network expands overseas January 3, 2007 HARRISBURG, Pa. -- TransCore and Telenor Satellite Services, have signed a five-year agreement for Telenor to serve...