Ziglar II captures back-to-back Shell Rotella SuperRigs crowns

Kenny Ziglar II of Rawlins, Wyo., captured Best of Show honors for the second consecutive year with his 2007 Peterbilt 379, nicknamed “Scrapin By,” at the 44th annual Shell…

Schneider restructures leadership as Jim Filter takes CEO role

Schneider National is reorganizing its leadership team as Jim Filter prepares to become president and CEO on July 1, creating two executive portfolios intended to streamline decision-making and strengthen…

Trucking Announcements: C-suite appointments at Clean Energy, Mike Albert Fleet Solutions; Buttgenbach joins YMX

Each week, trucknews.com lists notable events, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, Bart Frabotta was named chief operating officer at Clean Energy Fuels, and former PepsiCo leader…

The true cost of trucking lawlessness and the endless empty narratives

As federal and provincial authorities finally step up enforcement against the illicit Driver Inc. scam, a dangerous narrative is creeping into Canada’s trucking discourse. The same voices that…

Trucking Cares Foundation boosts support for South Dallas Driving Academy

The Trucking Cares Foundation (TCF) has donated another $25,000 to the South Dallas Driving Academy (SDDA), bringing its total financial support for the nonprofit driver training program to $85,000…

CLTA names Shaw executive director

The Canadian Livestock Transporters’ Alliance (CLTA) has appointed Terry Shaw as its new executive director. Shaw succeeds Susan Fitzgerald, who is stepping down after serving as the organization’s…

American Eagle Transport names new president, operations VP

American Eagle Transport has announced two senior leadership appointments as the Gulf Coast-based oilfield transportation and logistics provider looks to expand its operations and market presence. The company…

AI won’t solve your leadership problem

One of the most memorable moments from the Future Talent Council Summit I attended in Stockholm last week came when a speaker observed, “AI isn’t going to solve your…

Why driver finishing programs matter more than ever

Commercial driver training is receiving increased attention from governments, regulators, insurers, employers, and industry organizations across Canada. Concerns about safety, workforce readiness, and training quality have prompted important conversations…

Nelson named Highway Angel for aiding stranded family

Mike Nelson of Crawford Trucking has been named a Highway Angel by the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) after helping stranded motorists at a California rest area. On the…

Manitoulin Transport recognized for 40 years of support for vision care program

Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada (VLRC) has presented Manitoulin Transport with its 2026 Distinguished Community Partner Award, recognizing more than 40 years of support for the organization’s Eye Van program.

Retirements, lack of mentorship threaten trucking talent pipeline

Trucking fleets face a growing risk of losing critical operational knowledge as experienced workers retire, while younger professionals continue to leave the industry because of limited mentorship and career…

PMTC elects Munsterman chairwoman of board of directors

The Private Motor Truck Council of Canada (PMTC) elected Angela Munsterman of Coca-Cola Canada Bottling as chairwoman of its board of directors. The new board’s term runs from…

STA urges vigilance following human trafficking charges in Edenwold

The Saskatchewan Trucking Association (STA) is urging vigilance after the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) laid human trafficking charges connected to a trucking operation in the rural municipality of…

PMTC names Randell dispatcher of the year; inducts Federau, Pilla, Sirges and Kaus into driver hall of fame

The Private Motor Truck Council of Canada (PMTC) honored Fred Randell of Coca-Cola Canada Bottling with the 2026 Rick Austin Memorial Dispatcher of the Year award during its annual…