Canada sees steady trends in marijuana positive tests among truck drivers since legalization

Despite the legalization of marijuana in Canada and several U.S. states, the rate of positive drug tests among Canadian cross-border truck drivers has remained consistent. This is according to…

Trucking Announcements: Executive appointments at 7Gen, Mullen Automotive, Marathon Brake Systems

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, Ryder’s Darryl Toll won the CVSA’s 2024 International Driver Excellence award, and KBGCNA together with…

Trucking Announcements: THRC board members update, executive appointments at MEMA, Goodyear

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, Trucking HR Canada named Jason Libralesso as a chairman of its board and announced the…

Trucking Announcements: Purolator donates to charity, Russell joins MEMA’s sustainability center

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, Doug Walton joined AMTA as a senior advisor and Ashley O’Brien has been promoted to…

B.C. truckers hold second rally against new container trucking licensing regulations, call on NDP to intervene

The Port Transportation Association (PTA) held a second rally on July 21, to protest the new container trucking service requirements in the Lower Mainland of B.C. The association…

Trucking Announcements: promotions at KAG, Minotti joins XL Specialized Trailers

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, Dana welcomed Brian Pour as president of its commercial vehicle division, while KAG Canada announced the…

On the Spot: All-new Volvo VNL’s safety, efficiency features

Leo Barros:  Hi, I’m Leo Barros with Keith here from Volvo. And we’re going to have a little look at the 860 cabin. So, just walk me through…

Trucking Announcements: Drummond heads PMTC board, FMCSA appoints chief counsel

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, Leanne Drummond took on the role of Private Motor Truck Council of Canada board…

Manitoulin Transport gives back, supports Ontario wildlife

Manitoulin Transport recently delivered six tons of dried dog food to Bear With Us, the largest bear rescue center in Ontario that cares for around 100 black bears.

Trucking Announcements: Fleets support kids, students, breast cancer foundation

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, fleets demonstrated their support for various charitable causes. While Challenger Motor Freight donated supplies for…

On the Spot: All-new Volvo VNL

The Trucknews.com and Today’s Trucking team spent a few days at Volvo Trucks North America’s customer center in Dublin, Virginia, taking an in-depth look at the all-new VNL truck…

$47 billion in charging infrastructure needed by 2040 as Canada pushes for greener trucks

The number of zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles (MHDVs) is projected to reach 414,000 by 2030 and 2.4 million by 2040 to meet the federal target of 100% zero-emission…

Lion Force Transport’s safety investments drive growth and efficiency

Founded by three friends and former colleagues in 2016 with just three trucks, Lion Force Transport currently has a fleet of more than 150 trucks and employs nearly 300…

Trucking Announcements: FMSCA’s new deputy administrator, Peterson joins Truckstop

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association held its 18th annual charity golf tournament, Ricardo Buranello joined Teletrac…

Thieves stole cargo, equipment worth $531 million since 2019 in Canada

Over the last five years, thefts of trucks, trailers, and cargo loads in Canada have totaled over $531 million in value. Of this, over $239 million is still unrecovered.