FedEx cuts transit times for LTL service

VANCOUVER -- FedEx Freight says it has improved its service in key U.S. and southbound western Canadian markets, and FedEx National LTL now provides long-haul shippers with improved on-time service after re-engineering its network, FedEx Freight.

Isuzu takes straight job drivers to fuel saving school

IRVINE, Calif. -- Imagine walking away from an OEM-sponsored event with some operational tips that yield a 35-percent saving in fuel consumption.

Eaton launches first hybrid bus fleet in China

GUANGZHOU, China -- The first commercially available hybrid power system in China was introduced by North American components manufacturer Eaton Corp and Beiqi Foton Bus Company this week.

Newcom keeps building Truck World seminar lineup

TORONTO -- The upcoming Truck World Show in Toronto is already chock full of informative business sessions, but that's hasn't stopped organizers from adding even more.

MTO studies QEW expansion near Niagara

NIAGARA FALLS, Ont. -- Ontario is funding a study that will examine the possibility of widening the QEW highway near Niagara and Fort Erie, reports the Niagara Falls Review.

Prince George highway identified for priority funding

PRINCE GEORGE, B.C. -- Improvements to Highway 97 near Prince George, B.C. and the relocation of the commercial vehicle inspection station near Red Rock Road south of the city have been identified as a priority for federal funding.

Looking for Lorry Drivers? UK recruiting expo invites Canadian fleets

WINNIPEG -- Later this year Working In Ltd. will be hosting two Opportunities Canada shows in London and Leeds, UK focussed on attracting individuals with the skills and trades that Canada needs most and who are already planning to move to Canada in the very near future.

American HOS survives latest wave of court challenges

WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Court of Appeals rejected a lawsuit by special interest group Public Citizen to quash the 11-hour daily driving limit and the 34-hour restart provisions of the rules.

And you can park it where?

TARCUTTA, Australia -- The continent that gives us the platypus, the koala and Crocodile Dundee does it again. One of the most important crossroads in all of Australia might soon be home to the biggest truck in the world.

CP mechanics’ union agrees to labor pact

CALGARY -- CP Rail and the union representing mechanical services employees have reached a tentative three year contract settlement.

Bridgestone hikes rubber price 8 points

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire has announced price increases of up to 8 percent on the company's Bridgestone and Firestone brand tire lines, as well as all associate brand tires.

Country artist goes to bat for truckers

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Country music star Charlie Daniels and National Bankers Trust are partnering to promote fair financial practices in the trucking industry.

Gov’ts to restore St. Lawrence, Atlantic Railroad

SHERBROOKE, Que. -- Canada and Quebec have signed an agreement in support of the project to restore the St. Lawrence and Atlantic Railroad (SL&A) and the Montreal, Maine and Atlantic Railroad (MMA), evaluated at more than $22.8 million.

OEM honors Atlantic dealer with warranty claims award

SAINT JOHN, N.B. -- Universal Truck and Trailer (UTT), the largest Freightliner, Western Star and Sterling dealer in Atlantic Canada, has been awarded "Gold" Status by Freightliner for excellence in processing warranty claims.

ArvinMeritor appoints VP-corporate secretary

TROY, Mich., -- ArvinMeritor named Barbara Novak as vice president and corporate secretary, effective immediately.