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October 11 a dangerous day for truckers

SEATTLE, WA - Anyone scheduled to be on the road this October 11 might want to take some extra care. That date, along with June 7, tends to be the most dangerous time to be on the road if you're a truck driver, Zonar Systems reports.

TFI to sell, lease back four properties

MONTREAL, QC - Pure Industrial Real Estate Trust (PIRET) will buy and lease back four TFI International properties, Canada's largest fleet has announced. The $135.7-million deal includes two facilities in Montreal, and another two in Toronto, and represents less than 20% of the net book value of TFI's real estate portfolio. "This transaction underlines our continuous efforts to unlock shareholder value," said Alain Bédard, chairman, president, and Chief Executive Officer of TFI International. "Through this sale, we believe TFI has realized market value for these real estate assets.

The FBI Group acquires Consolidated Carriers

VAUGHAN, ON - The FBI Group has acquired its third non-asset-based freight broker -- Consolidated Carriers of Markham, Ontario. Consolidated employees now join FBI (Freight Brokers International) Group at headquarters in Vaughan, Ontario, while Consolidated owner Wayne McCord will join the team in a sales capacity. "We're excited to bring Wayne and his staff into the FBI family," said John Elisio, senior partner, The FBI Group. "As a small freight broker, they've built a track record for personal attention, strong professional connections, and innovative approaches to moving freight by any mode, anywhere in the world. We're looking forward to introducing their customers to our expanded portfolio of services."

Diesel engines an economic driver: Forum

WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. manufacturers produced more than 741,000 heavy-duty diesel engines last year, playing a role in the economies of 14 states, the Diesel Technology Forum says.

New president at CVSA

GREENBELT, MD - Captain Christopher Turner of the Kansas Highway Patrol has been named the new president of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance, which has made several changes to its leadership team. Sean Mustatia of the Saskatchewan Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure will serve as vice president of Region 5, which includes Canada.

New Continental tech monitors tires

ATLANTA, GA - Continental's new ContiConnect digital tire monitoring platform gives fleets a tool to track tire pressure and temperature through a single web portal.

Michelin guarantees drive tire performance

ATLANTA, GA - Michelin is promising its new XDA Energy + drive tire will save fleets US $400 a year in fuel, and is backing that promise with a guarantee.

Battery-powered bot keeps it clean

ATLANTA, GA -- Bitimec has unveiled a new Wash Bot that relies solely on battery power and operates like a portable car wash -- but for your truck and trailer. While the Wash Bot 626 EZ, is quite large, it can be guided around a trailer with the push of a button, applying soap and water as it goes.

SAF-Holland releases lift axle, light retrofit

ATLANTA, GA - SAF-Holland has unveiled a new steerable lift axle, and a retrofit kit for its Elite electronic lock indicator for fifth wheels.

Kinedyne curtains support the final mile

ATLANTA, GA - Fleets serving all-important final mile deliveries generated through e-commerce need to load and unload in some tight places. But Kinedyne is bringing a load-rated curtain-sided system to North America that will make it easier to access the cargo.

Accuride unveils set-and-forget hub system

ATLANTA, GA - Accuride vice president - OEM sales, trailer, and municipal Neil McIrvin still remembers a fleet owner who asked why the industry couldn't make a wheel end system that lasts the life of a trailer or truck.

International unveils HV, model updates

ATLANTA, GA -- International has unveiled its new HV Series of trucks at the North American Commercial Vehicle Show, with several features designed to withstand the abuse of rugged vocational environments.

FlowBelow introduces removable fairing

ATLANTA, GA - Those who regularly chain their tires now have the chance to enjoy FlowBelow's Tractor AeroKit system, thanks to new quick-release fairings between the wheels.

Daimler unveils options, apps

ATLANTA, GA - Daimler Trucks North America unveiled an array of truck options, apps and upgrades during the inaugural North American Commercial Vehicle Show in Atlanta, Georgia.

Teamsters, OOIDA look to autonomous truck rules

GRAIN VALLEY, MO -- As U.S. legislation to govern autonomous passenger vehicles pushes forward, the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) and Teamsters Union are both weighing in with thoughts about the path toward rules for autonomous trucks.