Kenworth’s Montreal showroom gets a big upgrade preview image Transportation Kenworth’s Montreal showroom gets a big upgrade July 3, 2019 SAINT-LAURENT, Que. – Kenworth has completed a $2.6-million remodeling of its Montreal dealership in Saint-Laurent. The two-story, 31,000 sq.-ft. building features large sliding doors that support the indoor showroom and…
Maxim’s donation supports indigenous communities preview image Transportation Maxim’s donation supports indigenous communities July 3, 2019 Troy Hamilton (left) presents a cheque to Charles Roberts WINNIPEG, Man. — Maxim Truck and Trailer has signed a three-year, $150,000 commitment to support Live Different’s Canadian Youth Fund, the…
Equipment Truck orders remained weak in June July 3, 2019 New Class 8 truck orders remained subdued in June, with FTR reporting preliminary orders of 13,000 units and ACT Research reporting 13,100. FTR reports orders were up 24% from May,…
Regulations U.S. senators press for speed limiters on trucks July 2, 2019 TORONTO, Ont. – Ontario and Quebec introduced a speed-limiter program for trucks 10 years ago, setting the maximum speed for heavy-duty vehicles at 105 km/h, or 65 mph. Now the…
Human Resources Tackling Driver Turnover – Part 6: Professionals July 2, 2019 As I’m sure everyone is aware that this process cannot be successful by jumping around the different parts or dteps. Each section is designed to build on the last. So,…
Mike Nelson moves to Western Global’s Fuel Solutions Group preview image Supply Chain Mike Nelson moves to Western Global’s Fuel Solutions Group July 2, 2019 TROY, Mich. – Western Global has named Mike Nelson national accounts manager for infrastructure in the Fuel Solutions Group of the Americas. He will be based in Calgary, Alta., the…
Study praises China’s deployment of electric trucks preview image Transportation Study praises China’s deployment of electric trucks July 2, 2019 BASALT, Colo. – The Chinese tech hub of Shenzhen is taking a leadership role in deploying electrical logistical vehicles for urban freight movement, setting an example for other cities worldwide,…
Shunt trucks: Fuel of the future preview image Sustainability Shunt trucks: Fuel of the future July 2, 2019 While the technology is in its infancy, electric shunt trucks are gaining traction
Hundreds of classic trucks descend on Clifford preview image Transportation Hundreds of classic trucks descend on Clifford July 2, 2019 CLIFFORD, Ont. – This year’s Antique and Classic Truck Show in Clifford, Ont., saw a record number of vehicles participating in the 10th anniversary event. “It was our largest…
Logo collector tells the story of ‘fallen flags’ preview image Transportation Logo collector tells the story of ‘fallen flags’ July 2, 2019 CLIFFORD, Ont. – Dale Bridge has been collecting trucking company logos for nearly 45 years, and for the first time, the American historian brought thousands of them to the…
Health & Safety Back behind the wheel: Protect your eyes July 2, 2019 Every profession has its tools of the trade. For professional truck drivers, one of their most important tools is their eyes. Drivers rely on their eyes to safely navigate their…
Health & Safety Preventive maintenance: It’s in your hands July 2, 2019 What your fingernails can tell you about your overall health
Transportation Mack Trucks names Maxsle Butler VP, national accounts July 2, 2019 GREENSBORO, NC – Mack Trucks has named industry veteran Maxsle (Max) Butler vice-president of national accounts. Butler, who has been in the industry for 30 years, will be responsible for…
Regulations Ontario unveils staggered commercial plate-price rises June 28, 2019 TORONTO, Ont. – Commercial plate prices in Ontario will go up by 2% from July 2020 and will continue to rise by 2% until 2023. Meanwhile certain fees, such as…
Volvo truck plant in Virginia to get $400M upgrade preview image Transportation Volvo truck plant in Virginia to get $400M upgrade June 28, 2019 The New River Valley, Va., plant GREENSBORO, N.C. — The Volvo Group will invest $400 million over six years to upgrade the New River Valley, Va., plant that produces all…
