Penner promoted to CEO at Bison

WINNIPEG, MB - Rob Penner has been promoted at Bison Transport - one of Canada's largest fleets -- where he will now serve both as president and Chief Executive Officer.

Fiat Chrysler accused of emissions tampering

AUBURN HILLS, MI - Fiat Chrysler - the company behind Dodge and Ram trucks - is the latest manufacturer to be accused of tampering with emissions controls.

Huayi Tire names Chore to manager role

MARKHAM, ON - Huayi Tire Canada, which distributes Double Coin tires, has named Norman Chore the company's new Over the Road/Earthmover Product Manager.

Trucks and Terror: Recent attacks reinforce the value of sound security measures

Security protocols are nothing new to well-managed fleets. It’s why trucks come with keys, fences enclose yards, and procedures track drivers and loads alike. The threat of cargo and equipment…

190 losing jobs with Meyers closure

BELLEVILLE, ON - About 190 people are losing their jobs this month as Meyers Transport prepares to close after 90 years in business, citing a steady drop in freight volumes. "LTL is definitely a volume business. You need critical mass," said Natalie Meyers, chairwoman of the business that had been counted among Canada's largest fleets. "The profitability in LTL just isn't there." Much of the company's freight came from industrial clients, which have been gradually declining in Eastern Ontario where the fleet is based. "There's not a lot of surprise," she says of the decision, "but more sadness." The owners just wanted to close the doors on their terms, rather than waiting for the situation to be forced on them.

Meyers Transport ceasing LTL operations

BELLEVILLE, ON - Meyers Transport -- a trucking company that has been in business for 90 years -- is closing the doors on its LTL fleet January 20, while related Mortrans and Mosaic Logistics businesses will continue operations. Mortrans, based in Belleville, Ontario, will continue to provide truckload and dedicated specialty services between Ontario, Quebec and the U.S., and will be owned and operated by Larry and Natalie Meyers. Mosaic Logistics, based in Peterborough, Ontario, provides third-party logistics services and will be owned and operated by Jacquie Meyers.

Missing driver found, deceased

CHICAGO, IL - Doug Harkness, a missing 72-year-old driver with S&C Transport, died of what appears to be natural causes while in his truck at a truck stop outside of Chicago.

Daseke moves toward NASDAQ ticker

HOUSTON, TX - Daseke, one of the largest providers of open-deck capacity in North America, is preparing to trade on the NASDAQ stock exchange with the support of a merger with Hennessy Capital Acquisition Corp.

Celadon, Element enter new joint venture

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Celadon Group, which offers extensive trucking operations across North America, has entered a new joint venture with Element Transportation that oversees more than 10,000 tractors for leasing operations.

PMTC unveils conference agenda, opens registration

MILTON, ON - The Private Motor Truck Council of Canada (PMTC) has unveiled the full agenda for its annual conference, scheduled for June 14-16 in Niagara Falls, Ontario. And registration opens today.

TransForce acquires National Fast Freight

BRAMPTON, ON - TransForce International (TFII) is acquiring National Fast Freight from Calyx Transportation Group, the companies have announced. National Fast Freight is a non-asset-based company that provides Less than Truckload (LTL) intermodal service across Canada, and generated $80 million in revenue in the past year. It will continue to operate under current management as a standalone business unit. TransForce International's existing LTL intermodal operations include Clarke Transport and Vitran.

U.S. groups want requirement for behind-the-wheel training

WASHINGTON, DC -- Four groups have petitioned the U.S. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to reconsider provisions of the Final Rule for Entry-Level Driver requirements, which the agency issued on December 7.

Amazon files patent for airborne fulfillment center

SEATTLE, WA -- An Amazon patent filing surfaced on December 28, describing an airborne fulfillment center for the company's drone delivery system, according to a report by CNBC.

PacLease adds 3 BC locations

BELLEVUE, WA - PacLease has added three British Columbia locations to a network that now includes 454 facilities throughout North America. Inland PacLease in West Kelowna, Peterbilt Pacific Leasing in Lantzville, and Peterbilt Pacific Leasing in Delta were among 10 new locations announced this week. "PacLease had another strong year and we're finding increased demand for those wanting to rent and lease Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks," said Jake Civitts, director of franchise operations for PACCAR Leasing Company (PacLease). "With the opening of our new PacLease locations, including three in the major markets of the Detroit and Philadelphia areas, along with Birmingham, we're well situated for continued growth."

PeopleNet turns to Osiecki for safety and compliance support

MINNETONKA, MN - Consultant David J. Osiecki -- a former American Trucking Associations executive -- will now be providing safety and compliance support for customers at PeopleNet.