Express Mondor raises $33K for cancer research preview image Express Mondor raises $33K for cancer research July 9, 2019 LANORAIE, Que. – Express Mondor has raised an additional $33,000 to support the fight against breast cancer, bringing the six-year total to nearly $165,000, the company said Tuesday. The money,…
The Top 10 risks for truck drivers preview image The Top 10 risks for truck drivers July 9, 2019 TORONTO, Ont. – The life of a truck driver can be risky, and the Ontario Ministry of Labour has tapped into some trucking-related expertise to identify the underlying issues that contribute to workplace injuries.
Ontario to stop mailing IRP renewal packages preview image Business Tips Ontario to stop mailing IRP renewal packages July 8, 2019 TORONTO, Ont. – Ontario will stop mailing renewal packages for the International Registration Plan (IRP), as the jurisdiction embraces a digital-first strategy. As of Jan. 1, renewals will only…
Trucking Life Saskatchewan rest areas reopen July 8, 2019 REGINA, Sask. – The Saskatchewan Trucking Association (STA) is applauding the provincial government reversing its decision to close nine rest stops. Saskatchewan’s Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure indicated last week…
New Wabco unit to focus on improving efficiencies preview image New Wabco unit to focus on improving efficiencies July 8, 2019 BERN, Switzerland – Wabco Holdings has established a new fleet solutions division, which will focus on improving safety and environmental efficiencies, the company announced Monday. The unit will combine both…
Ontario updates SPIF rules preview image Equipment, Maintenance Ontario updates SPIF rules July 5, 2019 TORONTO, Ont. – Ontario has introduced the latest updates to the weights and dimensions linked to Safe, Productive, and Infrastructure-Friendly (SPIF) vehicles. As of July 1, Regulation 413/05 eliminated the…
Bison Transport goes for gold with people-first strategy preview image Bison Transport goes for gold with people-first strategy July 5, 2019 WINNIPEG, Man. -- Bison Transport is celebrating its 50th anniversary, and a focus on people remains central to the award-winning strategy recognized by TCA, Trucking HR Canada, and others.
Mullen Group acquires two B.C. logistics companies preview image Mullen Group acquires two B.C. logistics companies July 4, 2019 OKOTOKS, Alta. – Mullen Group has announced the acquisition of Argus Carriers and Inter-Urban Delivery Service, logistics companies operating in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia. Argus, founded in 1948,…
Kenworth’s Montreal showroom gets a big upgrade preview image Kenworth’s Montreal showroom gets a big upgrade July 3, 2019 SAINT-LAURENT, Que. – Kenworth has completed a $2.6-million remodeling of its Montreal dealership in Saint-Laurent. The two-story, 31,000 sq.-ft. building features large sliding doors that support the indoor showroom and…
Maxim’s donation supports indigenous communities preview image Maxim’s donation supports indigenous communities July 3, 2019 Troy Hamilton (left) presents a cheque to Charles Roberts WINNIPEG, Man. — Maxim Truck and Trailer has signed a three-year, $150,000 commitment to support Live Different’s Canadian Youth Fund, the…
Economy, Equipment Truck orders remained weak in June July 3, 2019 New Class 8 truck orders remained subdued in June, with FTR reporting preliminary orders of 13,000 units and ACT Research reporting 13,100. FTR reports orders were up 24% from May,…
Vehicle graphics pulling for a cause preview image Vehicle graphics pulling for a cause July 3, 2019 TORONTO, Ont. -- Any driver can become attached to a truck, but there’s something special about driving equipment that promotes a charity. A growing number of fleets use vehicle graphics to help pull for a cause.
U.S. senators press for speed limiters on trucks July 2, 2019 TORONTO, Ont. – Ontario and Quebec introduced a speed-limiter program for trucks 10 years ago, setting the maximum speed for heavy-duty vehicles at 105 km/h, or 65 mph. Now the…
Mike Nelson moves to Western Global’s Fuel Solutions Group preview image Mike Nelson moves to Western Global’s Fuel Solutions Group July 2, 2019 TROY, Mich. – Western Global has named Mike Nelson national accounts manager for infrastructure in the Fuel Solutions Group of the Americas. He will be based in Calgary, Alta., the…
Study praises China’s deployment of electric trucks preview image Border, Fuel/Emissions Study praises China’s deployment of electric trucks July 2, 2019 BASALT, Colo. – The Chinese tech hub of Shenzhen is taking a leadership role in deploying electrical logistical vehicles for urban freight movement, setting an example for other cities worldwide,…
