Trump’s re-election sparks trucking reactions, as Canada hopes to work on trade priorities

The U.S. trucking industry is responding to Donald Trump’s Nov. 5 presidential election victory with both congratulations and readiness to address key issues with the new administration.

Zero In on…CNG trucks

Tourmaline Oil and Clean Energy have announced the expansion of their compressed natural gas, or CNG, fueling network in Alberta. New stations opened in Calgary and Grande Prairie in…

Trucking Announcements: Ruiters takes the helm at STA; Trimac, Transflo, Groupe Robert hire executives

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, the Saskatchewan Trucking Association elected Rob Ruiters as its board chairman. Trimac Transportation appointed Grant…

Fleets urged to step up crash investigation practices amid rising civil litigation risks

With the increasing frequency of civil litigation following crashes — including those involving commercial vehicles — Mike Hinsperger, a seasoned investigator with more than 30 years of experience currently…

Zero In on… Dual Fuel Truck

California-based hydrogen storage and refueling technology company Verne has unveiled what it calls the world’s first cryo-compressed hydrogen power truck at the AMTA Expo in Edmonton. The truck…

Industry leaders insist mentorship and developing drivers’ skills key to retention

While gaps in the mandatory entry-level training (MELT) program may leave many new drivers unprepared for real-world challenges, panelists said during the annual Fleet Safety Council conference that these…

Regulatory uncertainties loom over trucking industry as U.S. election approaches: TCA

With the upcoming U.S. presidential election, trucking industry stakeholders are bracing for potential regulatory changes that could reshape the sector, according to Dave Heller, senior vice-president of safety and…

Trucking Announcements: Vice-president appointments at Andy Transport, 7Gen

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, Andy Transport’s Daniel Moga transitioned from company’s vice-president of business development and warehousing into the…

Whiteman named FSC’s Ontario safety professional of the year

The Fleet Safety Council (FSC) recognized Tara Whiteman of Kriska Transportation Group (KTG) as a provincial safety professional of the year. During the 33rd FSC’s annual conference in Brampton,…

Mill Creek Motor Freight’s Melo named FSC provincial driver of the year

Eric Melo of Mill Creek Motor Freight received the Fleet Safety Council (FSC) Provincial Truck Driver of the Year award along with a $2,500 cheque from Truck Right, driver…

Zero In on… AZETEC truck anatomy

AZETEC – Alberta’s Zero Emission Truck Electrification Collaboration – revealed its 63.5-ton hydrogen fuel-cell-electric truck. It was showcased at the Alberta Motor Transport Association’s Industry Innovations Expo in Edmonton.

Aging workforce, rising demand drive Torc’s push for autonomous Class 8 trucks

Torc Robotics is aiming to tackle two challenges facing the U.S. trucking industry — an aging workforce and growing demand for freight capacity — by advancing its autonomous Class…

Zero In on…AZETEC project

The Alberta Zero Emissions Truck Electrification Collaboration, or AZETEC, is a project focused on developing and testing two long-range hydrogen fuel cell trucks.  …

Tourmaline, Clean Energy expand CNG fueling network in Western Canada 

Tourmaline and Clean Energy are expanding their compressed natural gas (CNG) fueling network across Western Canada, with two new stations opening in Calgary and Grande Prairie, Alta. These stations…

Women’s representation grows in U.S. transportation leadership, declines to 9.5% among drivers

Women now make up 9.5% of CDL-holding professional drivers in the U.S., a drop from 12% last year. This is according to the Women in Trucking Association’s (WIT) latest…