OTA fleet survey reflects slowing economy

TORONTO, Ont. -- A summer slowdown was evident in the responses to the Ontario Trucking Association's Q3 survey of Ontario fleets.

Navistar launches Turn-in-Three lease program for MD customers

WARRENVILLE, Ill. -- Navistar International has announced a creative lease program that allows customers to exchange a medium-duty truck after three years and maintain full warranty coverage and consistent lease payment rates over a six-year...

Bendix fills new v.p. position

ELYRIA, Ohio -- Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems has announced the promotion of Richard Beyer to the newly created role of vice-president of engineering, research and development.

Trailer order activity slows

COLUMBUS, Ind. -- Commercial trailer net orders declined 2% in July from June levels, marking the fourth consecutive month of declines, according to the most recent data from ACT Research.

Alberta offering new commercial driver abstract

EDMONTON, Alta. -- Commercial drivers in Alberta now have access to a new driver abstract, which officials say aims to improve vehicle safety while providing a more comprehensive record for drivers.

Peterbilt offering more options for Model 382

DENTON, Texas -- Peterbilt Motors Company is now offering additional options for its Model 382, including higher axle ratings, horsepower and torque configurations to an expanded market range.

Convoy for Wishes fundraiser coming to New Brunswick this weekend

SUSSEX, N.B. -- Seaside Transport will be holding a major fundraiser this weekend in Sussex on behalf of the Children's Wish foundation.

US truck tonnage dips in July

ARLINGTON, Va. -- US for-hire truck tonnage fell 1.3% in July after rising a revised 2.6% in June. June's increase was slightly less than the 2.8% the American Trucking Associations reported on July 26.

OTA Road Knights star in new safety video series

TORONTO, Ont. -- The Ontario Trucking Association (OTA) has produced road safety videos featuring the expertise of the OTA Road Knights Team. The videos share tips on how all road users can safely use Ontario's roadways.

Shell, HDDC teaming up to offer heavy-duty technician scholarship

BURLINGTON, Ont. -- Shell Canada and the Heavy Duty Distributor Council of Canada (HDDC) are once again offering their Heavy Duty Technician Scholarship.

Reimer Associates names Kathy Kropf new VP

MILTON, Ont. -- Kathy Kropf has been named vice-president of Reimer Associates, a specialist in recruitment within the supply chain and transportation industry.

TransCore’s Canadian Freight Index sees summer slow-down

TORONTO, Ont. --TransCore's Canadian Freight Index for July was down 22% month-over-month, but had a 3% increase year-over-year. For the last five years, July has experienced a decrease from June levels; however, July 2011 had the biggest...

Driver shortage to affect seasonal sectors more significantly: CTA pres

VICTORIA, B.C.  -- Canadian Trucking Alliance president and CEO David Bradley says factors impacting capacity in the Canadian trucking industry, especially the shortage of qualified drivers, are likely to be felt more acutely in seasonal...

Becoming a Successful Owner/Operator Part 8: Maintaining Your Truck

TORONTO, Ont. - "There's no such thing as a truck that doesn't need repair work," says Ray Haight, CEO of ATBS Canada in Part 8 of Becoming a Successful Owner/Operator: Maintaining Your Truck.

Volvo names new VP national accounts

GREENSBORO, N.C. -- Herb Broadmeadow has been named vice-president of national accounts for Volvo Trucks in North America.