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Meritor makes executive appointments

Meritor has announced changes to its executive team, including the appointment of John Nelligan as senior vice-president and president of truck, Americas. He will report to Meritor’s new CEO and…

Roadcheck blitz to highlight truck lighting, driver hours

Commercial vehicle inspectors will place a special focus on lighting and Hours of Service violations when the annual Roadcheck inspection blitz returns May 4-6. While the inspections cover all critical…

Grote names marketing manager

Kristin Bridges has been named marketing manager of Grote Industries. She brings a background in marketing communications, events management, website management, OEM account management, sales training, and marketing project management.

Stertil-Koni adds touch screen to another lift

Stertil-Koni has incorporated the ebright Smart Control System – a full-color touch-screen control console – into its Skylift full vertical rise platform. The high-resolution seven-inch touchscreen includes visual controls,…

vHub adds two to executive team

vHub, an online service used to reposition trailers, has added two executives to its ranks. Matthew Leffler is the vice-president of trailer solutions, coming to the company following a role…

Rakesh Aneja to lead DTNA’s eMobility division

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) has named Rakesh Aneja its new head of eMobility. Aneja will report to DTNA president and CEO Roger Nielsen. “Rakesh’s technical background and incredible Daimler…

Cummins makes executive appointments

Cummins has made three executive appointments within its engine business. Amy Boerger has become head of the North American region for on-highway engines as vice-president and general manager, North America.

Match Made adds 12-volt starters, alternators

JIT Truck Parts has unveiled a lineup of 12-volt starters and alternators under its Match Made private label. The models perform just as well as national competitors and match…

Penske awards three Canadian fleets

Penske Logistics has awarded three Canadian truckload fleets as part of its inaugural Freight Management Trucking Carrier Awards program. Road Link Xpress, Autobahn Freight Lines, and JMF Transport were recognized…

MTA holds virtual awards gala to recognize industry’s best

It has been a year of firsts since the Covid-19 pandemic landed on Canadian shores last January, and last week, the Manitoba Trucking Association (MTA) had another first – a…

TFI International acquires Fleetway Transport

TFI International has purchased Fleetway Transport, a Brantford, Ont.-based truckload and heavy haul provider. Fleetway operates flatbeds, roll-tites, stepdecks and other equipment as well as providing warehousing and transportation for…

PMTC moves conference online for second year

The Private Motor Truck Council of Canada is shifting to an online annual general meeting and conference, with a virtual event to run from June 16-18. “With the continued development…

The case for a motor carrier safety plan

A trucking company is responsible for a number of things connected to operating commercial motor vehicles: driver conduct, vehicle mechanical safety condition, load security and the shipment of goods, and…

KTG acquires two London trucking businesses

Kriska Transportation Group (KTG) has added two Ontario businesses to its stable: Round The Lakes Motor Express and Ready to Load Logistics. Both companies will operate under current leadership, with…

Battery-electric trucks charging ahead

If you ever doubted that an electric truck or two would soon be in your yard, better revise your thinking. Whether using batteries or a hydrogen fuel cell, they’re coming…