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Free shipping? There is no such thing

TORONTO, Ont. — The trucking industry is pushing back on the notion of “free shipping”, calling it a marketing ploy and an insult to those working in the sector. “Let’s…

Trucking HR to fleets: Prepare for Bill C-65

13 ultimate toys for truck lovers

Ontario cancels road tests for Toronto, Peel Region

The importance of a strong finishing program

Why carriers could see double-digit rate increases in 2021

Truck OEMs charting course to ‘ultra-clean’

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Prepare your telematics as 2G/3G cell networks ride into the sunset

Sunsets are beautiful — unless you’re talking about the sunset of a cellular network you’re unprepared for. You’ve probably heard about…

Equipment

Test Drive: Western Star’s 49X is a head-turning workhorse

Daimler executives weren’t happy. You’d think they would be, given that the company’s North American trucks division is riding a…

Equipment

Preparing your shop to service electric trucks

As the buzz about electric trucks continues to build, early adopters are rethinking their shop tooling, configurations, and technician training…

Knowledge Centres

U.S. experience with ELDs offers lessons for Canada

Canadian carriers hauling south of the border have gained valuable experience with electronic logging devices (ELDs) over the last couple…

8 benefits of ELDs

Electronic logging devices (ELDs) offer several driver and operational advantages, reducing Hours of Service (HoS) violations, making trip planning more…

Canada continues steady march to ELD mandate

There was a time when Canada was on track to have an electronic logging device (ELD) mandate established before our…

Drivers will adapt to ELDs

When it comes to implementing an electronic logging device (ELD) solution, it’s time for carriers to have a little more…

Coronavirus Chronicles: Nicole Folz, Transport N Service

On April 25, professional driver Nicole Folz took her first steps in 15 days outside a makeshift Covid-19 camp at…

Coronavirus Chronicles: Petko Ganachev, Ken Johnson Trucking

Petko Ganachev didn’t expect to be on the front lines in a battle against a worldwide pandemic, and certainly never…

Coronavirus Chronicles: Dave Legge, Shandex Truck

Shandex Truck driver Dave Legge always heads out the door with a five-day supply of food in the sleeper. There…

Coronavirus Chronicles: Doug McGowan, Westcan Bulk Transport

Most of Doug McGowan’s loads of propane have been destined for the ski hills of southern B.C. this winter, but…

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.

ABC show Big Sky angers trucking groups

ARLINGTON, Va. – Trucking groups are hitting back at ABC over a new show, Big Sky, which they say tarnish the industry’s image. The American Trucking Associations (ATA) alleged that…

Border, People

Day & Ross names SVP for dedicated sales

HARTLAND, N.B. — Day & Ross announced Wednesday that Gardner Green has joined the company as senior vice-president, dedicated sales, North America. He has more than 20 of years experience…

Health/Safety, Infrastructure, Regulations

Truck restrictions make the Coq safer

VANCOUVER, B.C. – Restrictions imposed on commercial vehicles on British Columbia’s Coquihalla Highway have helped reduce winter closures on the province’s busiest mountain pass, the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure…

Events, Regulations

TTSAO meeting to discuss key topics

HAMILTON, Ont. — The Truck Training Schools Association of Ontario (TTSAO) will host its annual Christmas meeting Dec. 17. A number of hot topics will be discussed at the virtual…