Transportation What your software won’t tell you May 22, 2019 This year more than 91% of all T1 income tax returns were filed electronically, either by professional tax-preparers or by individuals using tax-prep software. That’s up from 78% five years…
Is Ontario really open for business? May 22, 2019 The issues involving spring weight restrictions have not been addressed and need to be brought to the forefront once again. These laws have been around in most Canadian provinces since…
Business Management OTA working with Facility Association on insurance matters May 21, 2019 TORONTO, Ont. – The Ontario Trucking Association (OTA) says it is working with the Facility Association (FA) to work out problems with the system and to review its national strategy.
Truck tonnage pops in April preview image Transportation Truck tonnage pops in April May 21, 2019 ARLINGTON, Va. – U.S. for-hire truck tonnage spiked 7.4% in April, and was up 7.7% year-over-year, according to the American Trucking Associations (ATA). “The surge in truck tonnage in April…
Transportation Trucking welcomes trade deal May 21, 2019 WASHINGTON, D.C. – An end to tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum imports to the U.S. was welcomed by the trucking industry late last week. “Trucking and trade are synonymous,…
Andy Transport launches scholarship program preview image Human Resources Andy Transport launches scholarship program May 21, 2019 MONTREAL, Que. – Andy Transport has launched a scholarship program for its employees’ children. “I’m very excited to launch and promote this program,” said Andreea Crisan, executive vice-president and chief…
Trailer demand softening preview image Equipment Trailer demand softening May 21, 2019 COLUMBUS, Ind. – April trailer orders totaled 14,500 units, according to preliminary data from ACT Research, which reflected soft demand for the second straight month. “Order volume was soft in…
New Smart Freight Centre launches in Peel Region May 17, 2019 BRAMPTON, Ont. — It’s been estimated that approximately $1.8 billion worth of goods move through the region of Peel every day by trucks alone. So, it’s no wonder that a…
Transportation Changes coming to WSIB May 17, 2019 Beginning on Jan. 1, 2020, Ontario’s Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) will introduce a new way of setting premium rates for almost 300,000 businesses across the province. Our new…
Is Nikola’s buck-a-mile all-in vision achievable? May 17, 2019 To outsiders, trucking is an industry that seems ripe for disruption. I can’t tell you how many press releases I’ve seen from start-ups that promised to “Uberize” the trucking industry.
A shining example preview image A shining example May 17, 2019 Highway Star of the Year enjoys paying it forward
Ocean Trailer expands Winnipeg facility preview image Equipment Ocean Trailer expands Winnipeg facility May 16, 2019 WINNIPEG, Man. – Ocean Trailer has finished renovations at its Winnipeg location. Additional shop bays have allowed the company to hire more technicians and better utilize its space, according to…
Tackling Driver Turnover Part 5: Recognition May 16, 2019 Recapping what we have learned so far would have us remember step one: creating a firm foundation for change starting with a commitment from the senior leadership. Step two was…
Canada wants distracted driver training in MELT programs preview image Transportation Canada wants distracted driver training in MELT programs May 16, 2019 “The majority of fleets in Canada have distracted driver training and monitoring policies in place,” says CTA president Stephen Laskowski. TORONTO, Ont. – Training to combat distracted driving is set…
