Navistar Annouces Retirement of Hebe

LISLE, Ill. - After much speculation, James Hebe, Navistar senior vice president, North America Sales Operations, officially announced his retirement today.

Trucking Conditions to Improve, But Keep an Eye on Economy

NASHVILLE, IN - Trucking conditions index improves in August, reported FTR, adding that it looks good going into 2013, but it's still imperative to keep an eye on the economy.

Meritor Expands Canadian Distribution Center

TROY, Mich. - Meritor has expanded its aftermarket distribution center in Edmonton

Shell Rotella Reward Miles Now Available in Canada

BURLINGTON - Now, a free bag-o-chips or a nice warm soup is a pleasant addition to any day on the road, but when Shell Rotella launched their "My Miles Matter" program south of the border, word spread and Canadian drivers were wondering "What about us?"

Safety Upgrades on Manitoba’s Highway 10 Completed

BRANDON, MB. - Upgrades on Manitoba's Provincial Trunk Highway (PTH) 10, north of Brandon, were officially completed today, according to a new release by Transport Canada.

Jonjo Refrigeration Buys Eastern Canada Thermo King

MISSISSAUGA - Jonjo Transportation Refrigeration (JTR) has acquired Thermo King Eastern Canada (TKEC) from Ingersoll Rand.

Reliable Goods Movement Magnet for Investment, says OTA

TORONTO - Implement economic, investment and tax policies that maintain and attract direct investment in the province's goods production and retail sectors, OTA tells province.

BC’s Trans-Canada, Massey Tunnel to be Improved

VICTORIA - The BC government announced plans to improve key highway lane as well as the George Massey Tunnel. And while it's welcome news, the BCTA is stressing the importance of getting it done quickly.

Trailer Orders Expected to Stay Soft in Fourth Quarter

COLUMBUS, IN - Lower economic activity and rising uncertainty, trailer orders are expected to remain soft into Q4, ACT Research said.

Cost of Ground Transportation Dropped in July

TORONTO - Canadian shippers saw a small drop in the cost of ground transportation in July, according to results published yesterday by the Canadian General Freight Index.

‘Significant’ Tonnage Drop in August

The American Trucking Associations'For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index dropped in August, and while it hasn't wiped previous gains, it's still a significant drop.

One On One with Jerry Moyes, Swift Transportation

TORONTO - Jerry Moyes sits down with us to talk LNG, drivers, and how he'd like to go on a long-haul with his father.

Truck Full of Electronics Swiped

MARKHAM, ON - STOLEN: 2007 White Freightliner Classic and a 1999 White Utility trailer full of electronics from a Walmart parking lot on Copper Creek Drive.

Shippers Condition Index Begins to Drop

NASHVILLE, IN - Costs and rates will begin to move up if the U.S. economy continues to sustain a relatively healthy freight market as new regulations take hold, according to FTR Associates.

Drivers In States Recognized for Meritorious Work

TROY, MI -- Many companies like Meritor are showing truck drivers a bit more appreciation than usual during Driver Appreciation Week.