The moving story of one of Canada’s top truck drivers preview image The moving story of one of Canada’s top truck drivers May 16, 2019 MONTREAL, Que. -- Ron Pridmore has hauled household goods for the likes of prime ministers and hockey players. After 40 safe years as a truck driver, he now carries the title of Highway Star of the Year.
Erb driver makes Mother’s Day memorable preview image Trucking Life Erb driver makes Mother’s Day memorable May 15, 2019 An Ottawa-area woman gets the ride of a lifetime, and checks an item off her bucket list
Health/Safety ATA, OOIDA at odds over young driver pilot program May 15, 2019 WASHINGTON, D.C. – The American Trucking Associations (ATA) is lauding a new pilot program that will allow non-military young drivers to drive commercial trucks in interstate commerce. “ATA supports FMCSA’s…
Fort Garry moves into new, larger facility in Saskatoon preview image Economy Fort Garry moves into new, larger facility in Saskatoon May 14, 2019 SASKATOON, Sask. – Fort Garry Industries has a new home in Saskatoon, Sask., celebrating with a grand opening May 9. A provider of aftermarket parts, as well as truck and…
Truckers Against Trafficking to auction off Kenworth T680 May 17 May 14, 2019 KIRKLAND, Wash. –Truckers Against Trafficking (TAT) is gearing up to auction off its “Everyday Heroes” Kenworth T680 at Ritchie Bros. in Phoeniz, Az. on May 17. Proceeds from the sale…
Trucking conditions turn negative preview image Trucking conditions turn negative May 14, 2019 BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Trucking conditions in the U.S. dipped into negative territory in March, for the first time in several years. The -1.18 rating reflected softening rates, and sluggish freight…
Manitoulin buys B.C. logistics company preview image Economy Manitoulin buys B.C. logistics company May 14, 2019 SURREY, B.C. – Manitoulin Transport has purchased Trident Freight Logistics, marking its first logistics acquisition in B.C. The company says the purchase strengthens the national scope of its logistics operations,…
Boost driver performance with in-cab coaching systems preview image Boost driver performance with in-cab coaching systems May 14, 2019 TORONTO, Ont. -- Truck driver actions play a significant role when it comes to boosting fuel economy, and today's in-truck coaching tools can ensure they make the best decisions. The insights also go well beyond MPG alone.
Navistar’s Edmonton facility awarded preview image Trucking Life Navistar’s Edmonton facility awarded May 13, 2019 EDMONTON, Alta. – Navistar’s Edmonton Parts Distribution Center has been awarded Top Performing Warehouse in the Truck and Heavy Equipment category by Carlisle & Co. It is the second year…
Economy Fleet Sentiment Report reflects softening market May 13, 2019 COLUMBUS, Ohio – A survey of truck buyers indicates some softening in the truck market. The CK Commercial Vehicle Research Fleet Sentiment Survey for the first quarter found fewer trucks…
Record number of trucks in Canada’s spot market preview image Economy Record number of trucks in Canada’s spot market May 13, 2019 TORONTO, Ont. – There were more trucks chasing loads in Canada’s spot market in April than an any other month in history, according to TransCore Link Logistics. Meanwhile, load postings…
Continental ramps up retread production preview image Equipment Continental ramps up retread production May 13, 2019 FORT MILL, S.C. – Continental has announced it is increasing production at its pre-cured tread manufacturing plant. The plant is preparing for a 300% increase in production this year, due…
Economy GTI expands in U.S. May 13, 2019 MONTREAL, Que. – GTI Transport Solutions has announced its expansion in the U.S., through the acquisition of Jetco. Jetco is based in Houston, Texas and specializes in flatbed, heavy-haul, intermodal,…
Truck insurance costs on the rise — when coverage is available preview image Truck insurance costs on the rise — when coverage is available May 13, 2019 BRAMPTON, Ont. -- Canadian fleets and owner-operators are facing higher truck insurance premiums as insurers re-evaluate the risks they’re willing to cover. Aggregate haulers are facing some of the biggest struggles.
Maximize the benefits of today’s cruise control preview image Maximize the benefits of today’s cruise control May 13, 2019 TORONTO, Ont. -- Today's cruise controls work somewhat like the throttle locks of days gone by, but they're smarter. And that can lead to impressive fuel economy gains.
