TomTom launches latest version of Logistics map for truck, fleet operators

SAN DIEGO, Calif. -- Navigation systems manufacturer TomTom has launched the newest version of its Logistics map product designed specifically for truck and fleet operators.

Beaver Truck Centre raises $13,000 at charity golf tournament

WINNIPEG, Man. -- Beaver Truck Centre raised $13,000 at its third charity golf tournament, held at the Elmhurst Golf and Country Club July 18. The tournament, entitled, “Manitoba Truckers Going the Distance,” donates proceeds to SCE...

COMPETITION WATCH: Wes Armour, ATS win awards for community service, company wellness

MONCTON, N.B. -- Armour Transportation Systems’ (ATS) president and CEO Wes Armour has won the “Builder of Youth Lifetime Achievement Award” from the Boys and Girls Club of Moncton. The award, presented to Armour on May 16, is...

COMPETITION WATCH: TransForce revenue, profits soar in Q2

MONTREAL, Que. -- Acquisitions of Loomis Express, IE Miller and Quik X propelled TransForce to a 25% increase in revenue in the second quarter. Total revenue increased $161.2 million to $812.0 million in the three-month period ending June 30.

COMPETITION WATCH: Mullen posts record revenue in Q2

OKOTOKS, Alta. -- Mullen Group has posted record second quarter revenue, generating $320.1 million in the period ending June 30. Mullen’s second quarter revenue was an increase of $29.3 million, or 10.1%, from the $290.8 million...

Volvo opens permanent truck display at Greensboro Children’s Museum

GREENSBORO, N.C. -- Volvo Trucks has partnered with the Greensboro Children’s Museum to open a new permanent exhibit featuring a Volvo VNL 670. The interactive display allows children to get behind the wheel and explore all aspects of the...

US for-hire truck tonnage bounces back in June

ARLINGTON, Va. -- US for-hire truck tonnage increased 1.2% in June after falling 1.0% in May, according to a report from the American Trucking Associations. (May’s loss was larger than the 0.7% drop ATA reported on June 19.) June’s...

Ground transportation costs drop in May: CGFI

TORONTO, Ont. -- The cost of ground transportation for Canadian shippers decreased 0.29% in May when compared with April results, according to the latest results from the Canadian General Freight Index (CGFI).

Fontaine Trailer adds three new Infinity flatdeck designs

HALEYVILLE, Ala. -- Fontaine Trailer Company has added three low deck height models to its Infinity product line.

Brenntag appoints new DEF sales rep for Great Lakes region

READING, Pa. -- Brenntag North America has appointed Larry Walderbach to the position of DEF area sales representative covering the Great Lakes region. Walderbach will transition from his current role as chemical sales representative for...

APTA’s annual conference coming to Halifax this fall

DIEPPE, N.B. -- The Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association (APTA) will be hosting the 2012 Transportation Summit in Halifax Oct. 2-3.

Meritor manufacturing facilities win Paccar quality awards

TROY, Mich. -- Four of Meritor’s manufacturing facilities have been awarded the 2011 Quality Achievement Award from Paccar. The award – among the industry’s most demanding due to the high standards established for...

Paccar Parts announces discount for Kenworth, Peterbilt customers

RENTON, Wash. -- Paccar Parts is offering Kenworth and Peterbilt loyalty cardholders a new rewards program.

Class 8 orders weak in June, Classes 5-7 consistent: ACT Research

COLUMBUS, Ind. -- In the Class 8 market, weak orders persisted through June, while activity in the Classes 5-7 markets remained generally unchanged, according to ACT Research’s “State of the Industry” report. “Class 8...

Winners of Win a Cat Truck contest take delivery of new CT660

PEAKS ISLAND, Me. -- LPA Inc., winners of a new Cat CT660 vocational truck in a popular contest last year, has taken delivery of its new rig.