September a “sensational” record month for Class 8 orders

Truck orders surged to record levels in September, according to preliminary data from industry forecasters. FTR reported a record 56,500 Class 8 orders while ACT Research reported 53,700. FTR says…

Loblaw begins driverless grocery deliveries

Loblaw Companies is working with autonomous delivery tech company Gatik to deliver grocery orders without a driver. A fleet of multi-temperature autonomous box trucks is delivering select online grocery orders…

Canada’s equipment manufactures under pressure, but trade opportunities exist

Vehicle manufacturers are facing challenges as diverse as labor shortages and soaring costs in the face of several economic headwinds that leave Canada on the brink of a recession. It’s…

Canadian regulators preparing for next-generation vehicles

Canadian regulators are actively exploring the future of heavy-duty equipment, with projects focused on everything from flexible side guards to tractor-trailer stability and autonomous vehicles. Here are a few examples…

CTEA welcomes new general manager, directors

The Canadian Transportation Equipment Association (CTEA) welcomed a new general manager and a pair of directors during its annual general meeting in Victoria. Jean-Marc Picard, previously head of the Atlantic…

CHET celebrates 25 years

Commercial Heavy Equipment Training (CHET) recently marked 25 years of operations. “Transportation is a rewarding career for many reasons,” said Sandra Graham, CHET operations manager. “Being a professional commercial driver…