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How will the ELD mandate impact pricing?

Spot market prices could surge 20% as ELD rule takes full effect: FTR

Canadian fleets honored by PeopleNet, TMW Systems

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Several Canadian fleets were recognized as innovators by PeopleNet and TMW Systems, at their joint in.sight user conference. PeopleNet recognized Vitesse Transport, which has developed three systems…

Drivewyze’s bypass service available in North Dakota

EDMONTON, Alta. – Canadian trucking software company Drivewyze will be expanding its weigh station bypass service to North Dakota, marking the first time the program will be offered in the…

Peel Region launching off-peak delivery pilot project

BRAMPTON, Ont. – The Region of Peel is launching an off-peak delivery pilot project, to reduce congestion and improve traffic flow during busy hours throughout the region. The region says…

Doug Coleman Trucking closes Owen Sound yard

OWEN SOUND, Ont. – Doug Coleman Trucking has closed its Owen Sound yard, according to the union representing employees there. The Owen Sound Times reported the closure Monday. “The…

The quest for Wally World inside the world of crude oil refining

It’s with the threat of a tsunami of frustration, impending doom, and boredom that I will attempt to lighten this discussion by using personification to capture your interest, thus preventing…

Descartes buys MacroPoint

WATERLOO, Ont. – Descartes Systems Group announced today it has acquired MacroPoint, a provider of truck tracking and predictive freight capacity data content. “Consumers expect to see the location and…

U.S. trucking revenues approached $700 billion last year

ARLINGTON, Va. – U.S. trucking industry revenues were US$676.2 billion in 2016, according to the latest edition of ATA American Trucking Trends, published by the American Trucking Associations (ATA). “The…

DTNA makes leadership changes in marketing, communications

PORTLAND, Ore. – Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) announced two key appointments today, with spokesman David Giroux moving up into the newly created position of director of channel marketing. Giroux…

Cummins appoints new head of U.S. diversity initiative

COLUMBUS, Ind. – Lori Thompson has been tasked with leading Cummins’ U.S. diversity initiatives, as well as continue to lead the overall marketing function in her new role in the…

PeopleNet, TMW execs talk on-demand economy

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The on-demand economy is here, and transportation businesses must become increasingly interconnected to keep pace with an ever-changing market. This was the message delivered to a large…

Eaton-Cummins JV offers new SmartAdvantage offering

GALESBURG, Mich. – Eaton Cummins Automated Transmission Technologies has added a new downsped overdrive model to its SmartAdvantage powertrain lineup. The 1,550/1,850 lb.-ft. torque rating is compatible with rear axle…

Wabash Canada, Fleetstop Trailers recognized

LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Two Canadian dealers were recognized by Wabash National as being among the best. Wabash Canada was a five-star dealer in 2016, and Fleetstop Trailers was a four-star…

FLO Components celebrates 40th with three giveaways

MISSISSAUGA, Ont. – FLO Components is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, marking the milestone with a giveaway contest that will see three winners this fall. The automatic greasing systems…

Ridewell’s Canadian rep passes away

WELLAND, Ont. – Ridewell Suspensions has announced Canadian regional sales manager Claude Sauriol passed away suddenly on Aug. 5, at the age of 53. Claude Sauriol “Claude…