CCT Auto Trans buys Thorsons

CCT Auto Trans has announced its purchase of Thorsons Enclosed Vehicle Transportation (EVT), a leading Canadian provider of enclosed vehicle transportation services. Thorsons was founded in 1992 and offers enclosed…

My AI Journey: A lesson for old-school truckers

I finally caved last year. That’s when I reluctantly downloaded ChatGPT. Not because I’m a tech guy. Not because I saw the future. But because after too many nights on…

Ontario trucking firm put into receivership

Tyson Trucking Group, formerly named Bhullar Jatt Transport, has been placed into receivership. RBC claims Tyson, along with related entities 150 Oakwood Street Holdings Inc., and Tyson Investment Holdings Inc.,…

ATA Trends report reflects down year for industry

The American Trucking Associations (ATA) has published its annual American Trucking Trends report, which reflected a struggling industry. “With changing supply chains and shifting freight markets, Trends is a vital compendium of…

Canadian economy contracts 1.6% in Q2 as tariffs hit, StatCan says

The Canadian economy contracted in the second quarter under the weight of U.S. tariffs, Statistics Canada said Friday. Real gross domestic product declined 1.6% on an annualized basis in the…

ECONOMIC TRUCKING TRENDS: Spot market reveals shifting trade patterns, ACT warns of tariff ‘air pockets’ ahead

The Canadian spot market was soft overall in July, but southbound loads spiked, creating some opportunities for cross-border carriers. ACT Research warns of more tariff-related air pockets ahead, and notes…

Trimac celebrates 80 years in business

Trimac Transportation celebrated 80 years in business this week, with an event at Heritage Park in Calgary, Alta. It plans additional events through September to celebrate its employees. The company…

ISG Direct takes stake in Bolton Cargo

Third-party logistics provider ISG Direct has taken an equity stake in Bolton Cargo. “This is a strategic move that will not only enhance ISG’s asset capabilities, but will also strengthen…

What is ‘permanent full expensing’ and why would it benefit trucking?

Among its asks of the federal government in its pre-budget submission, the Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) is calling for the feds to implement a full expensing policy for capital investments.

McKinsey & Company research examines impact of tariffs on truck OEMs

Commercial truck makers in North America will be challenged by an uncertain tariff environment in the short-term but will be able to benefit from increased aftermarket parts sales and services…

A.S.K. Courier Express adjudged bankrupt

Edmonton-based A.S.K. Courier Express has been adjudged bankrupt Aug. 13, and MNP appointed its insolvency trustee. A.S.K. was indebted to Servus Credit Union in the amount of $462,125 as of…

Nisga’a Nation, Tahltan Nation Development Corporation and Arrow Transportation acquire Port of Stewart Bulk Terminal

Arrow Transportation Systems has partnered with the Nisga’a Nation and Tahltan Nation Development Limited Partnership (TNDLP) to take ownership of Stewart Bulk Terminals. The joint venture, dubbed the Portland Canal…

ECONOMIC TRUCKING TRENDS: Spot market rates and truck tonnage improved, while trailer orders fell sharply

It was a mixed bag of economic trucking news over the past week, with an uptick in for-hire truck tonnage and improving rates on the spot market for van and…

trucknews.com named official media sponsor of FTR Transportation Conference

Against the backdrop of a persistent rate recession, soft freight market, and uncertainty around tariffs and trade, trucknews.com has signed as media sponsor of FTR’s Transportation Conference Sept. 8-11 in…

ECONOMIC TRUCKING TRENDS: Carriers show resilience, optimism in new survey, but remain unwilling to order new trucks

Carriers see freight market conditions improving in the back half of 2025, according to a new survey. However, they continue to be unwilling to invest in new equipment. ACT Research…