Transportation Breadner Trailer exclusive dealer for Stoughton refrigerated trailers August 1, 2017 STOUGHTON, Wisc. — Breadner Trailer Sales has been designated the exclusive dealer of Stoughton brand refrigerated trailers in the provinces of Ontario and Quebec in Canada. Based in Breslau, Ont.
Carrier Transicold, Thermo King to offer new EPA-approved refrigerant August 1, 2017 ATHENS, Ga. and MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — Carrier Transicold and Thermo King announced today that both will begin offering the new-generation refrigerant R-452A as an alternative for use in its truck…
OTC introduces Hendrickson front and rear suspension bushing adapter kits August 1, 2017 WARREN, Mich. – OTC has introduced new bushing adapter kits for Hendrickson front and rear suspensions in heavy duty applications. The OTC 4250 Front Suspension Bushing Adapter Kit and 4254…
Transportation XTL Transport donated truck, driver for Canada 911 ride August 1, 2017 CHARLOTTETOWN, P.E.I. — XTL Transport opened up its heart and one of its trailers this summer when it sponsored this year’s charity Canada 911 ride. The Canada 911 ride a charity…
Montreal’s Fuel Transport rebrands, wins awards preview image Transportation Montreal’s Fuel Transport rebrands, wins awards August 1, 2017 MONTREAL, Que. — Fuel Transport has won four awards for its corporate rebranding, the company announced recently. According to Fuel Transport, at the Festival of Creativity in June, Fuel won…
Transportation Continental rolls out new rewards program for Canadians August 1, 2017 FAIRLAWN, Ohio — Continental is restarting its engines in the Canadian aftermarket by introducing the Elite Rewards Program Member (RPM) Club with improved features for professional repair technicians and distributor…
Transportation Bendix announces support for electronic stability control mandate August 1, 2017 ELYRIA, Ohio – Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems voiced its opinion on electronic stability control (ESC) this week saying eliminating the new mandate would “impede the pursuit of safer highways across…
Transportation Phillips restructures sales team July 31, 2017 SANTA FE SPRING, Calif. — Phillips Industries announced today that it has restructured its sales team. As part of this restructure, Phillips Industries has created two special teams to enhance…
Transportation OTA launches new finance council July 28, 2017 TORONTO, Ont. — The Ontario Trucking Association has announced the launch of a new council for carrier CFOs to discuss all the issues related to the money side of trucking.
Disrupting the disruptors preview image Mobile and IT Disrupting the disruptors July 27, 2017 Detroit looks to differentiate itself through greater, more practical connectivity
Business Management The OEM with the best telematics will win: Paper Transport VP July 27, 2017 YOUNTVILLE, Cali. – When choosing which brand of truck to buy, connectivity and telematics are playing a larger role in the buying decision, according to Dan Deppeler, vice-president of maintenance…
Sea creatures travel Canada in customized trailer preview image Mobile and IT Sea creatures travel Canada in customized trailer July 27, 2017 VANCOUVER, B.C. – Sea critters from the Vancouver Aquarium are traveling across Canada in style to mark the country’s 150th birthday. Having departed Vancouver in April, the AquaVan 150 is…
New Cascadia driving higher penetration of proprietary components preview image Equipment New Cascadia driving higher penetration of proprietary components July 27, 2017 YOUNTVILLE, Cali. – Orders for the new Cascadia have now surpassed those for its predecessor, and buyers of the new truck are increasingly adopting proprietary powertrain components and safety systems.
Business Management Huayi Tire Canada opens commercial tire distribution center in Vancouver July 27, 2017 VANCOUVER, B.C. – Huayi Tire Canada has opened its first Canadian commercial tire distribution center in Vancouver, B.C. “Vancouver is the first point of entry for Asian products into North…
Transportation Trucking HR Canada names new chairman, acting CEO July 27, 2017 OTTAWA, Ont. – The Board of Directors of Trucking HR Canada has appointed a new chairman. Effective immediately, Mike McCarron, CEO of Left Lane Associates, will take on the role…
