Federal court judge grants last-minute delay for driver in Humboldt Broncos bus crash

A federal judge has granted a last-minute reprieve for the truck driver who caused the deadly Humboldt Broncos bus crash, temporarily preventing his imminent deportation to India. “They’ve won a…

ECONOMIC TRUCKING TRENDS: Trailer orders surprise to the upside, spot rates keeping pace with rising diesel costs

What’s moving higher faster, diesel prices or spot market rates? It depends on the type of freight you’re hauling. More on that later. First, trailer orders in March surprised analysts…

‘Not happy’: Carney slams N.B.’s planned toll, repeats that trade barriers should go

Prime Minister Mark Carney has criticized New Brunswick’s plan to set up a highway toll by its boundary with Nova Scotia amid efforts by his government…

The further freight gets from the shipper, the murkier it becomes

We’ve built a supply chain that’s very good at one thing: creating distance. Distance between the shipper and the truck. Distance between the contract and the carrier actually hauling the…

Ontario insurance brokers deny links to website that used their names to sell trucking insurance

An Ontario-based company offering trucking insurance quotes is raising concerns after multiple licensed brokers said they have no affiliation with the operation, despite being listed on its website as part…

Mullen Q1 revenue climbs on acquisitions as net income improves

Mullen Group Ltd. reported higher first quarter revenue and net income, with acquisitions driving growth while underlying operations remained mixed. The company posted revenue of $547.7 million for the three…

Wildlife collisions surge in spring, pose ongoing risk on key Canadian freight corridors

Wildlife collisions are climbing into their peak season across Canada, and the risk is highest on the same highways that fleets rely on most. That was the takeaway from a…

Fastfrate at 60: From boxcars to a billion-dollar logistics network

What started as a small operation repositioning empty rail boxcars has grown into one of Canada’s largest privately held transportation and logistics groups, which this year celebrates its 60th year…

Trucking at heart of federal consultations on improving employer-employee relations

The federal government is launching consultations on ways to improve labor relations to support Canada’s economy and communities. Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu is looking for feedback from employers, unions and…

Elemental unveils Canadian-built hydrogen truck at Truck World

A Canadian-built hydrogen fuel cell truck designed for the country’s heavier payload demands made its debut at Truck World, with executives and government officials touting it…

Driver behavior key to fuel savings, safety: Panel

Improving fuel economy, cutting costs, and reducing risk may sound like separate goals, but at a Truck World panel on eco-driving and high-tech coaching, speakers made it clear they all…

5 things to know about the new PC-12 engine oil category

A new heavy-duty engine oil category is on the horizon, with PC-12 now finalized and moving toward market introduction. We caught up with Karin Haumann, OEM technical services manager at…

Fuel spikes, tariff swings keep trucking in ‘constant drift,’ FTR’s Starks says

Eric Starks didn’t sugarcoat it. Standing before a packed room at the VIP Breakfast during Truck World, the chairman of FTR opened with a simple question: “How many of you…

ECONOMIC TRUCKING TRENDS: March spot market rates hit two-year high as shippers brace for toughest conditions on record

Spot market rates posted their strongest March in two years, but can they keep pace with rapidly increasing diesel prices? So far, they have been, according to the latest data.

High diesel prices could hit consumers harder than gas costs — for months

High diesel prices continue to ripple through the economy and put pressure on consumers — with no end in close sight — even as a shaky ceasefire in the Middle…