FleetSmart to offer free online workshops to improve fuel efficiency

OTTAWA, Ont. -- Fleet Managers and other trucking industry leaders are invited to attend a free web series that could help significantly reduce fuel costs and increase safety on the road.

The Lockwood Report – 2013-09-11

Bendix revamps friction material product line, adds low-cost option

ELYRIA, Ohio -- Bendix has announced it’s now offering new aftermarket friction lines through three tiers of product offerings.

MTA says Provencher Blvd. truck ban would be costly

WINNIPEG, Man. -- The Manitoba Trucking Association (MTA) is warning that a plan to ban trucks on Provencher Blvd., in whole or in part, will hurt the province’s trucking industry and economy.

Kenworth launches road tour for T880, T680

KIRKLAND, Wash. -- Kenworth is taking its all-new T880 and T680 with 52-inch sleeper on a North America road tour, including six dates in Canada.

Rock band Kansas to headline OOIDA truck show

GRAIN VALLEY, Mo. -- The Heart of America Trucking Show will be pumping out tunes from legendary rock band Kansas as a part of a free concert series celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA).

PeopleNet offering key fob for driver, cargo protection

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. -- PeopleNet has partnered with SafeKey, to provide what it says is the first system from an industry technology provider to offer asset protection and driver well-being monitoring.

Manitoba’s trucking industry kicks off United Way fundraising

WINNIPEG, MB –Seven teams from the Manitoba Trucking Association (MTA) – Sysco Food Services, Big Freight Systems Inc., Payne Transportation LP, Dr. Hook Towing Services Ltd, Bison Transport Inc., Maxim Truck and Trailer &...

GPS your future at CTEA’s 50th anniversary Manufacturers’ Conference

TORONTO, Ont. – The Canadian Transportation Equipment Association will be holding its 50th Manufacturers’ Conference this October 21-23 in Toronto and will include David Chilton, author and “Dragon on CBC’s...

Sign up for Volvo’s rollover prevention technology demo

CALGARY & EDMONTON, Alta. – Volvo wants you to experience the safety and control of VEST (Volvo Enhanced Stability Technology)in potential rollover situations. It is holding Ride Demonstration events this week and next in Alberta.

Tallman Truck Centre wins award from Idealease

KINGSTON, Ont. -- Tallman Truck Centre has won an Idealgold Award from Idealease.

News First – 2013-09-09

Find out how to prevent accidents before they happen

KITCHENER, Ont. -- Preventing incidents before they happen is the focus of the Fleet Safety Council’s 22nd annual educational conference, scheduled for 0ctober 24-26 in Kitchener, Ont.

What should you expect in 2014? Find out at the Surface Transportation Summit

MISSISSAUGA, Ont. -- Economic experts are calling 2010 – 2020 the Low Growth Decade.  Chronically high unemployment in the United States, slowing growth in a number of other countries, an aging infrastructure and a lack of business...

Central Freight Lines to add 100 CNG trucks

WACO, Texas -- Central Freight Lines has placed an order for 100 Freightliner M2 112 trucks powered by compressed natural gas (CNG).