Utility introduces lighter-weight flatbed preview image Utility introduces lighter-weight flatbed September 27, 2016 CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif. – Utility Trailer has announced the introduction of a lighter-weight 4000AE flatbed trailer. “Our new 4000AE flatbed delivers the strength and long-term benefits of a durable…
Mack Trucks awarded for video ‘The Horn’ preview image Human Resources Mack Trucks awarded for video ‘The Horn’ September 27, 2016 GREENSBORO, N.C. – Mack Trucks has been recognized for its film production with four bronze awards for its video ‘The Horn.’ Selected from more than 13,000 entries from all 50…
Human Resources New Brunswick chips in to help solve trucking’s labor shortage September 27, 2016 MIRAMICHI, N.B. – The Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association (APTA) will get up to $200,000 from the New Brunswick government to identify ways to address labor shortages in the trucking industry.
Equipment Total announces CK-4, CJ-4 engine oil line September 27, 2016 LASALLE, Que. – Total Canada has announced the launch of its new Rubia Optima heavy-duty engine oils, engineered to the new API CK-4 and FA-4 specifications. The new Rubia Optima…
Consolidated Fastfrate celebrates 50 years, shifts business strategy preview image Transportation Consolidated Fastfrate celebrates 50 years, shifts business strategy September 27, 2016 WOODBRIDGE, Ont. – Consolidated Fastfrate on Wednesday kicked off a series of coast-to-coast celebrations of its 50-year history and recognized the contributions of its longest-serving employees. All employees who have…
New truck speed limiter adjusts to local speed limits September 27, 2016 CALGARY, Alta. – Magtec Products and SpeedGuage are bringing to market an aftermarket truck speed limiter that adheres to local speed limits. SpeedGuage will serve as a reseller of the…
Human Resources CITT elects new Toronto-area executive council September 27, 2016 TORONTO, Ont. – Duane Chiasson will once again serve as chairman of the Toronto Area Council of the Canadian Institute of Traffic and Transportation (CITT). He was elected to the…
Transportation Are you ready for ELDs? September 26, 2016 NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Attention US fleets and those Canadian fleets who operate on American soil: Are you prepared for the ELD mandate? With the US ELD mandate deadline coming in…
Peterbilt Manitoba receives award of excellence preview image Human Resources Peterbilt Manitoba receives award of excellence September 26, 2016 WINNIPEG, Man. – Peterbilt Manitoba’s Winnipeg location was awarded the Peterbilt 2016 Canada Region First Class Service Excellence Award. The award recognizes Peterbilt locations that provide the highest level of…
Business Management Pressure Systems expands in face of growing demand September 26, 2016 SAN ANTONIO, Texas – Pressure Systems International has moved to a larger facility to accommodate growing demand for the tire inflation company’s product. Now double the size, the new location…
Business Management Driver costs now higher than fuel costs, says ATRI September 26, 2016 ARLINGTON, Va. – The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) says due to lower fuel prices, the trucking industry’s operational costs declined in 2015. Releasing the findings from the 2016 update…
Transportation Communication is key when rolling out new technology says panel September 26, 2016 NASHVILLE, Tenn. – When it comes to rolling out new technology within your fleet, communication is key, according to the experts. In a educational session, titled ‘Rollouts: How to Effectively…
Bendix offers its first specifically-engineered air disc brake for trailers preview image Bendix offers its first specifically-engineered air disc brake for trailers September 26, 2016 ELYRIA, Ohio – Bendix has released the ADB22X-LT air disc brake, the first the company specifically engineered for trailers, which is now available to the North American commercial vehicle market.
A glimpse into the future of last-mile delivery preview image Equipment A glimpse into the future of last-mile delivery September 26, 2016 Vision van uses roof-mounted drones to complete package deliveries
PacTrainer complimentary when national account customers lease new Kenworth or Peterbilt trucks September 26, 2016 BELLEVUE, Wash. – National account customers who lease a new Kenworth or Peterbilt truck through PacLease will receive a complimentary one year service of the safety course program PacTrainer. Developed…
