Transportation Leg two of Healthy Fleet Challenge starts June 1 June 1, 2018 LONDON, Ont. — The first month of the Healthy Fleet Challenge is wrapping up this week, but the challenge isn’t over yet. Fleets and individuals are invited to join in…
All-female panel discuss past, present, and future of trucking preview image Business Management All-female panel discuss past, present, and future of trucking June 1, 2018 CALGARY, Alta. – The number of women entering the trucking industry remains low, and it’s not always easy for those who do. That’s according to a panel of four women…
Canada finalizes Phase 2 of GHG rules preview image Transportation Canada finalizes Phase 2 of GHG rules May 31, 2018 OTTAWA, Ont. – Canada is officially rolling out the second phase of rules to control greenhouse gases from heavy vehicles – largely aligning with rules that were introduced last year…
Mack hits the road to tell drivers’ stories in new series preview image Transportation Mack hits the road to tell drivers’ stories in new series May 31, 2018 GREENSBORO, N.C. – Mack Trucks will air an eight-part series on RoadLifeTV highlighting the stories of men and women behind the wheel. Available on Amazon Prime Video June 19, the…
FMCSA issues regulatory clarification on agricultural hauling preview image Regulations FMCSA issues regulatory clarification on agricultural hauling May 31, 2018 WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is bringing clarity to the Hours of Service (HoS) exemptions for agricultural haulers. The FMCSA received 566 comments and…
Truck platoons coming, but hurdles remain preview image Sustainability Truck platoons coming, but hurdles remain May 31, 2018 MONTREAL, Que. – Truck platooning technology is ready to be deployed, and legislation in the U.S. has been passed to allow it, but hurdles remain before it becomes widely adopted.
Regulations Canadian steel and aluminum exports to the U.S. will face tariffs May 31, 2018 WASHINGTON, D.C. – The United States is going ahead with tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum, says Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross. The country announced it will not extend exemptions…
Manny Calandrino named president and CEO of Fastfrate Group preview image Transportation Manny Calandrino named president and CEO of Fastfrate Group May 31, 2018 Manny Calandrino WOODBRIDGE, Ont. — Ron Tepper, executive chairman of Consolidated Fastfrate announced today that Manny Calandrino is the new president and chief executive officer (CEO) of the Fastfrate Group…
Michelin outlines plans for sustainable tire development preview image Equipment Michelin outlines plans for sustainable tire development May 31, 2018 MONTREAL, Que. – By 2048, Michelin is aiming to make its tires fully recyclable, and will construct them from 80% renewable and recycled materials. The company made the announcement at…
Business Management Canadian transport costs rise May 31, 2018 TORONTO, Ont. – The total cost of ground transportation for Canadian shippers rose 1.9% in March, according to the latest Canadian General Freight Index (CGFI). The base rate was up…
Transportation Let’s get technical May 30, 2018 How hiring drivers can and should be more data driven, according to one expert
Transportation APTA to host Tech & Talent networking event May 30, 2018 DIEPPE, N.B. – The Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association (APTA) has announced its Tech & Talent event, which will take place at the Wingate Dieppe Hotel & Convention Center on Thursday,…
Trail King names new director of sales operations preview image Transportation Trail King names new director of sales operations May 30, 2018 MITCHELL, S.D. – Trail King has announce the recent hire of Jon Duesterhoeft as the director of sales operations. Within this role, Duesterhoeft will support the inside sales team at…
Avoiding athlete’s foot May 30, 2018 Many professional truck drivers are at an increased risk of developing athlete’s foot due to their job demands. Long, hot days spent in your truck wearing work boots, as well…
