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Global trucking reels under Covid-19

“This is a terrible situation, and many, many companies are looking down the barrel.” – Rod McKenzie, managing director of policy and public affairs, Road Haulage Association, U.K.

Covid-19 puts the brakes on driving schools

Truck driver launches group producing Covid-19 face shields

Inside the extraordinary efforts to keep truckers fed

Addressing driver mental health during Covid-19 crisis

How to keep truck cabs clean in the fight against Covid-19

How will Covid-19 affect truck driver demand?

Covid-19

Health & Safety

Trucking and Covid-19 — Questions & Answers

TORONTO, Ont. — As Today’s Trucking continues its coverage of Covid-19 and the impact on trucking, this page will be…

Transportation

How to keep truck cabs clean in the fight against Covid-19

TORONTO, Ont. — How often did your mother remind to wash your hands after using the washroom and before sitting…

Transportation

Aftermarket parts availability continues in face of Covid-19

MONTREAL, Que. – Manufacturing plants are shutting down across North America because of the Covid-19 pandemic, but trucking aftermarket…

Featured

Transportation

Truck drivers face open highways, closed doors in early weeks of Covid-19

The doors have been closing for weeks now. A growing number of non-essential workers shelter at home. Many businesses are…

Business Management

What to look for in a driver-trainer

Many truck drivers are drawn to the profession by the promise of independence, solitude, and tranquility behind the wheel. So,…

Transportation

Tire differences are more than tread deep

They’re all round and black, but there’s a reason why tires perform better in some positions and applications than others.

Knowledge Centres

Oil changes should involve more than filling a sump

Oil changes have evolved in many ways, the most obvious probably being the oil drain intervals associated with advances in refining and additives chemistry.

Understand the benefits of CK-4 and FA-4 oil

The latest evolution in engine oil gave birth to a pair of categories – CK-4 and a fuel-efficient FA-4. Each delivers unique features and benefits.

Support APUs and batteries with solar power

Sola panels can help power anti-idling systems, extend battery life

Truck driver onboarding involves more than a toss of the keys

All too often, the process of recruiting a truck driver comes to an abrupt end with a toss of the keys; a passing comment to “be careful”.

The Car Guy: Wally Horodnyk

Wally Horodnyk, the founder of TFX International, specializes in hauling luxury autos -- and the business was anchored in his love for cars.

The Coach: Andrea Morley

Andrea Morley is the lead nutritionist and health coach with Healthy Trucker, an organization dedicated to providing health and fitness advice to truckers.

The Data Master: Jacques DeLarochelliere

Jacques DeLarochellière, president and founder of Isaac Instruments, understands the power of data and how it can transform a fleet.

The Electrician: Marc Bedard

Marc Bedard, the president of Lion Electric, is ready to challenge established truck OEMs in the race for electric trucks.

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Border, People, Trucking Life

Those entering B.C. will need to complete 14-day self-isolation plan document

VICTORIA, B.C. – The Province of B.C. has enacted new measures for anyone entering the province, regardless of their point of entry, with the exception of commercial drivers unless they…

People, Trucking Life

Group to offer free meals to truckers

QUISPAMSIS, N.B. – A group of New Brunswickers has launched an initiative called Help a Trucker – NB to provide up to 150 hot meals daily to the drivers…

Trucking Life

Truck driver, fleet owner faces isolated surroundings at home

PORT WILLIAMS, N.S. – Edwin Corkum of Evangeline Transport has been on the road for three weeks. And in many ways, it’s business as usual for his 25-truck operation. In…

Health/Safety, People, Trucking Life

Carriers stepping up for drivers, customers, and staff during Covid-19 crisis

REGINA, Sask. – Carriers across Western Canada are doing what they can to help their staff stay safe during the Covid-19 pandemic, even going as far as to sew masks…