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Montreal’s Île-aux-Tourtes bridge to gradually reopen May 31

Montreal’s Île-aux-Tourtes bridge will gradually open over the coming weeks, starting with one lane per direction starting May 31 and running at full capacity by June 21. The bridge was…

North Dakota vaccinates more than 1,000 Manitoba truckers

More than 1,000 Manitoba truck drivers have been vaccinated in North Dakota as part of a Covid-19 vaccine initiative announced in April. “This demand showcases the importance of this joint…

Trucking rates have never been better: ACT Research

ACT Research’s For-Hire Trucking Index pointed to the strongest rates in April since it began tracking the data, despite some easing of freight volumes. The supply-demand balance remained tight, ACT…

ATA, OOIDA join forces to slam truck-only tax proposal

The American Trucking Associations (ATA) and Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) are joining forces to oppose a truck-only vehicle-mile traveled (VMT) tax as part of a national infrastructure package. In…

Autocar unveils ‘badass’ dump truck

Autocar has unveiled the fourth iteration of its severe-service DC-64 Class 8 truck lineup – the DC-64D Dump Truck – complete with a trademarked “badass” descriptor. The model adds to…

Remember your state tax obligations

Operating into the United States involves another level of compliance, especially when it comes to U.S. motor carrier safety regulations. You may need to address the Hours-of-Service differences, drug and…

Continental hose ready for biofuels

Continental is adding to its line of thermoplastic and rubber hoses with the Velocity petroleum drop hose, which is capable of handling biofuel and more. The hose can be used…

Eaton expands clutch portfolio

Eaton has expanded its 430-millimeter diaphragm spring clutch portfolio for heavy-duty commercial vehicles, supporting downsized and downspeeding engines. They come in a variety of actuation styles and damper sizes.

Carrier Transicold’s Lynx links multiple reefer systems

Carrier Transicold’s new Lynx Fleet platform offers a single interface to monitor multiple refrigeration systems – even those made by different manufacturers. Data from non-Carrier equipment is displayed alongside…

Trucker Path app adds live updates, crowdsourcing

The Trucker Path app provides more than a million drivers with information about truck stops, available parking, fuel prices, and more. Now it’s adding a few additional enhancements. Real-time…

How telematics solutions improve the safety and security of fleet trucks

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected almost every activity field on the planet. Transport is not an exception. Some transportation companies are in dire straights these days, while the others…

Legal marijuana can still cost truck drivers their job

While a substantial portion of the population was overjoyed when Canada legalized recreational cannabis in October 2018, it’s become a nightmare for truck fleets, drivers and law enforcement. Removing marijuana…

Shippers experiencing toughest conditions on record: FTR

Conditions for U.S. shippers are the worst they’ve been since FTR began tracking them via its Shippers Conditions Index. A record-low reading of -17.8 reflects deteriorating conditions in all metrics…

Carrier Transicold gives Moncton dealer Extra Mile award

Atlantic Carrier Transicold in Moncton, N.B., has been presented with the Extra Mile award for exemplary customer service by Carrier Transicold. It was one of 44 dealers and six individuals…

Truck-Lite to move HQ to be better positioned for electric vehicle future

Truck-Lite is relocating its headquarters to Knowledge Park at Penn State Behrend in Erie, Pa., where it feels it will be better able to prepare for the transportation industry’s shift…