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Meet Darren Christle, CVSA’s 2008-2009 President

CVSA's new president, Manitoba's Darren Christle, says it's time to bring technology to enforcement -- before technology gets ahead of enforcement.

Everything You Need to Know about Wide-base Single Tires

Since their debut in the late '90s, wide-base single tires have provided consistent reductions in fuel consumption and tare-weight. Will they fit into your operation?

Fuel Efficient Dual Tires Run Lean and Save Money

A new breed of fuel-efficient dual tires is helping fleets and owner-ops cut costs without the transition costs of wide-base single tires. Are they for you?

Introduction to Hybrid Trucks – The 20,000-ft View

Hybrid trucks are now making their way into the market. What can they do for your fleet, for fuel savings, and for the environment?

A Day Out with Volvo’s I-Shift Automated Transmission

Volvo's I-Shift transmission will let you do the shifting - or do it for you. It's more than just an automated tranny. It's a driving management tool.

Hybrid Part 2 – Recovering Formerly Wasted Energy

Recovering Formerly Wasted Energy

Natural Gas Engines for Medium and Heavy Trucks

Natural gas is becoming a viable alternative to diesel fuel in certain segments of the medium and heavy truck markets. Westport and Cummins Westport engines are making it possible.

The Hybrid Universe: It’s broader than you might think

From RVs to school buses, motor coaches, and walk-in vans, Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp. puts hybrid power systems into many different markets.

The War of Words on SCR

Despite being the leading alternative to meet EPA 2010, SCR is under attack by the lone EGR supporter. The four SCR-supporting CEOs defended their decision at the CEO Summit held at the Mid-American Trucking Show.

EGR for EPA-2010? Navistar Says it’s all in the Programming

Round two in the war of words on SCR. It's now the lone holdout's turn to tell its side of the story. This edition of Truck Talk is all about Navistar's EGR strategy.

STARTERS & ALTERNATORS

Denso releases new 2010 heavy-duty starter and alternator catalogue

People Tip # 2

Fleet managers are responsible for ensuring that Temporary Foreign Workers meet the terms and conditions of work permits. Be sure to get a copy of the document that can place restrictions on everything from occupations to the terms of employment. The tip of the week is brought to you by The Canadian Trucking Human Resources Council

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Federal Work Sharing Agreements offer a valuable alternative to layoffs. Participating companies have the chance to reduce payroll costs and retain skilled employees. The workers who agree to a shortened work week become eligible for Employment Insurance payments and maintain benefits such as vacation days. The tip of the week is brought to you by The Canadian Trucking Human Resources Council.

People Tip # 8

Take the time to tap into the expertise of your employees when considering changes to an internal system or business approach. They may offer better solutions that are faster and easier to implement.The tip of the week is brought to you by The Canadian Trucking Human Resources Council.

People Tip # 13

An employee uniform program can help to enhance a corporate brand and develop a sense of unity and professionalism among employees. Those who wear the uniforms will be aware that their actions reflect on the company that employs them.The tip of the week is brought to you by The Canadian Trucking Human Resources Council.