Truck, trailer and freight demand all to remain strong: FTR preview image Border, Economy, Equipment Truck, trailer and freight demand all to remain strong: FTR June 3, 2021 “We need trucks on the road, the market is desperate for trucks, and we can’t get them.” That was how Don Ake, vice-president – commercial vehicles with industry forecaster FTR…
Andy Transport team leaders move to new roles preview image People, Trucking Life Andy Transport team leaders move to new roles June 3, 2021 Three of Andy Transport’s key team members are now transitioning into new positions, as part of the group’s Andy’s ongoing strategic growth plan. Golan Moryoussef (Photo: Andy Transport) Golan Moryoussef,…
Newcom confirms ExpoCam will take place in September preview image Events, Trucking Life Newcom confirms ExpoCam will take place in September June 3, 2021 Newcom Media Quebec, owner of ExpoCam, Canada’s national trucking show, has confirmed the event will be held on Sept. 22-23, 2021 at Espace Saint-Hyacinthe, Que. “Following the very positive announcements…
ERoad integrates with Phillips Connect preview image Equipment, Technology ERoad integrates with Phillips Connect June 3, 2021 ERoad and Phillips Connect have partnered to bring the latter’s devices, sensors, dashboards and reporting to ERoad customers. ERoad says it will offer the full line of Phillips Connect devices…
Lion breaks ground at battery plant and innovation center preview image Economy, Fuel/Emissions Lion breaks ground at battery plant and innovation center June 3, 2021 The YMX International Aerocity in Mirabel, Que., will be home to Lion Electric’s battery manufacturing plant and innovation center. A groundbreaking ceremony was recently held at the site, which is…
Meet DTNA’s new CEO, John O’Leary preview image Equipment, People Meet DTNA’s new CEO, John O’Leary June 2, 2021 If being president and CEO of North America’s market share-leading truck manufacturer sounds like an easy gig, think again. John O’Leary, who took over for Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA)…
Michelin unveils vision of sustainable tires — and wind-powered cargo ships preview image Equipment, Fuel/Emissions Michelin unveils vision of sustainable tires — and wind-powered cargo ships June 2, 2021 Michelin is highlighting two sustainable innovations during the annual Movin’On Summit, unveiling the prototype for a sustainable tire and even a new generation of sails for merchant ships. The prototype…
Ontario moves forward on new rules for driver trainers preview image Health/Safety, Regulations Ontario moves forward on new rules for driver trainers June 2, 2021 Ontario continues to develop a new set of rules for truck driver trainers in the province, as regulators continue to refine the mandatory entry-level training (MELT) program introduced in 2017.
Global CEOs come together at Movin’On sustainability summit preview image Fuel/Emissions, Regulations Global CEOs come together at Movin’On sustainability summit June 2, 2021 The 2021 edition of the Movin’On Summit on sustainable mobility opened Tuesday morning, promising four days of “inspirational and interactive ‘phygital’ programming” The global event, traditionally hosted in Montreal, is…
Canada delays GHG rules for trailers to 2022 preview image Fuel/Emissions Canada delays GHG rules for trailers to 2022 June 2, 2021 Environment and Climate Change Canada has once again delayed the rollout of emissions rules that would affect trailers, pushing related greenhouse gas (GHG) standards to May 3, 2022. The interim…
Nelles takes charge of Continental’s ContiTech preview image Equipment, People, Trucking Life Nelles takes charge of Continental’s ContiTech June 1, 2021 Philip Nelles has officially taken up responsibilities as the new CEO of Continental’s ContiTech business area. In his new role, Nelles stands committed to driving the unit’s ongoing transformation as…
Prep your payment method, and other advice on dealing with a cyberattack preview image Business Tips, Technology Prep your payment method, and other advice on dealing with a cyberattack June 1, 2021 Canadian cybersecurity firm eSentire has identified a trend that should alarm trucking companies. The transportation sector has been identified by cyber-criminals as an easy target. “They are an underserved sector…
Will trucking face fuel shortages this summer? preview image Border, Fuel/Emissions, Infrastructure Will trucking face fuel shortages this summer? June 1, 2021 Coming this summer: Gas stations running out of gas. So read the ominous headline on CNN.com April 27. But while the article wasn’t foreshadowing the Colonial Pipeline shutdown that made the…
Manitoba fleets eligible for more rebates preview image Fuel/Emissions, Regulations, Technology Manitoba fleets eligible for more rebates June 1, 2021 Manitoba fleets can once again apply for rebates on fuel-saving technologies and retrofits through the Efficient Trucking Program. “We continue to work toward the goal of GHG reduction and the…
Be your own advocate, trucking school CEO says preview image People, Trucking Life Be your own advocate, trucking school CEO says May 31, 2021 “Remember that your voice matters and your ideas matter just as much as your male counterparts,” Meenakshi Walia says. When you feel you are being disregarded, you must be your…
