Federal budget spending big on zero-emission vehicles

Canada’s federal government will invest $780.9 million into medium- and heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) over the next five years, under commitments unveiled in the 2022 federal budget. “Businesses across Canada…

Goodyear looks to strike gold with tires made from dandelions

For most landscapers, dandelions are a scourge to be sprayed or pulled from the ground. Others people might add the greens to a salad or make dandelion wine. But Goodyear…

Delivery failures common in e-commerce transactions, Descartes report shows

Home deliveries are becoming evermore popular in the age of e-commerce, but a new report by Descartes Systems Group suggests many delivery companies are falling short in related Final Mile…

PEI potato shipments to U.S. set to resume

The first potato shipments destined for the United States are expected to leave Prince Edward Island early this week following the lifting of a crippling four-month ban. The U.S. Department of Agriculture…

Ontario joins Alberta with diesel tax relief

Alberta and Ontario will each offer some relief at the pumps in the face of rising fuel prices linked to factors including higher demand and global economic sanctions against Russia.

Canada’s drive for zero-emission trucks will hinge on financial support

There is no shortage of pledges to reduce vehicle emissions these days. Corporations are enshrining targets in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) statements. Governments are signaling tougher standards for future…

Canada commits to zero-emission truck sales targets and incentives

Zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) will need to account for 35% of Canada’s medium- and heavy-duty truck sales as early as 2030, under a series of sales targets and incentives unveiled in…

Rand McNally tablet delivers more data, added strength

Rand McNally’s TND Tablet 1050 has integrated a series of upgrades, including 33% more truck-specific road data than other GPS providers, a 10-inch screen with enhanced maps and graphics,…

How Navistar produces trucks in San Antonio: Photo gallery

Picture this. Navistar has established a new manufacturing facility in San Antonio, Texas, integrating an array of advanced production techniques and tools to create combustion-driven and battery-electric Class 6-8 trucks.

Navistar San Antonio Manufacturing Plant sets groundwork for sustainable future

Navistar has officially unveiled its million-square-foot San Antonio Manufacturing Plant, opening the doors to a facility that can build battery-electric and combustion-driven Class 6-8 trucks on the same line. Production…

Ontario proposes police powers to block future border protests

Ontario’s provincial government has unveiled proposed regulations that would give police more powers when responding to protests that block international border crossings, such as the “Freedom Convoy” supporters who shut…

Drivewyze e-Inspection pilot expands to include Vermont

Vermont is joining Kansas, Maryland, Maine, New Hampshire, Virginia, and Utah among states piloting expedited inspections with Drivewyze – making it possible to directly transmit electronic logging device (ELD)…

Federal government wants CP Rail stoppage resolved quickly: O’Regan

The work stoppage at CP Rail could not have come at a worse time for Canadians and the government wants a deal to end the impasse immediately, said federal Labour Minister Seamus…

Truck platooning trials conclude in Alberta

Daisy and Lily are a couple no more. The two nicknamed Peterbilt 579s had been connected by electronic handshakes to establish tight following distances for on-road truck platooning trials conducted…

It’s time to exchange screen time for more trade show face time

My March 2020 calendar is marked with a simple “wfh”, serving as a reminder to “work from home”. The shift in workplaces was unusual enough that it deserved a formal…