Protecting your knees against bursitis

Bursitis of the knee is simply an inflammation of one or more of the bursae that are located near the knee. A bursa is a fluid-filled sac that is located around the joints of the body.

Can Canadian Volvo dealers repeat as North American Vista champs?

GREENSBORO, N.C. -- Volvo Trucks has kicked off its 2012-2013 Vista competition for technicians around the world.

More funding available for Asia-Pacific Gateway projects

OTTAWA, Ont. -- Unused funds from the Asia-Pacific Gateway and Corridor Initiative (APGCI) will be invested back into the gateway, federal International Trade Minister Ed Fast announced.

Paccar revamps engine line for 2013

KIRKLAND, Wash. -- Paccar has introduced a new line of engines for 2013, which it says opens the door to new applications and provides improved performance.

Pegasus celebrates opening of Canadian office

TORONTO, Ont. – Pegasus Logistics held its official Canada market launch last night with a reception in the trendy downtown Roof Salon at the Park Hyatt hotel.

Wajax Industrial Components buys Ace Hydraulic

MONTREAL, Que. -- Wajax Industrial Components has acquired Bathurst, N.B.-based Ace Hydraulic, in a deal it says will enhance its hydraulic repair and service capabilities.

Dave Nicolle named director of fleet maintenance for Trailer Wizards

MISSISSAUGA, Ont. -- Trailer Wizards has named Dave Nicolle its new director of fleet maintenance, based out of its Mississauga location.

Meet Brian Fletcher, Eaton’s virtual spokesperson

GALESBURG, Mich. -- Want to learn all about the Eaton UltraShift Plus automated transmission without the pressure sales tactics? Eaton has launched a virtual spokesperson to educate customers on the benefits of the product line, completely over...

Old Dominion Detroit Service Center to expand Canadian gateway

TROY, Michigan--Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is expanding its service into Canada with the relocation and expansion of its Detroit Service Center.

Trailer orders strong in September: ACT Research

COLUMBUS, Ind. -- Net orders for new trailers jumped 11% month-over-month in September, according to the latest State of the Industry: US Trailers report, published by ACT Research.

COMPETITION WATCH: Bison wins Chamber of Commerce award

WINNIPEG, Man. -- Bison Transport has received an award as Outstanding Large Business from the Manitoba Chamber of Commerce.

OOIDA to throw big bash for 40th birthday

GRAIN VALLEY, Mo. -- The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) is throwing a party to celebrate its 40th birthday. And you’re invited.

CUSTOMER CORNER: LCBO’s Nick Nanos on transportation priorities for 2013

Editorial director Lou Smyrlis recently conducted a lengthy interview with Nick Nanos, director, traffic, customs & Toronto logistics operations, LCBO. Here is what Nanos had to say about LCBO’s transportation priorities for 2013 and...

Peterson Manufacturing enhances overseas representation with addition of Dorian Drake

GRANDVIEW, MO  -- Peterson Manufacturing has announced a new strategic alliance with Dorian Drake International, Inc. to represent the company in specific international markets. The partnership is designed to expand...

Nervous buyers sitting on wallets due to gloomy economic news

COLUMBUS, Ind. -- The perceived threats of bad economic news are keeping Class 8 truck buyers on the sidelines, according to the latest data from ACT Research.