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Transportation
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B.C. rolls out program to reduce GHG emissions from heavy-duty vehicles
VICTORIA, B.C. – The B.C. Trucking Association (BCTA) has partnered with the provincial government to offer the new Heavy-duty Vehicle Efficiency Program. Under CleanBC, the joint initiative is intended to lower greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, while helping fleets spend less…
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Hyundai showcases hydrogen fuel cell concept truck
The company also demonstrates nitrogen-fueled, eco-friendly refrigerated trailer
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Donaldson, Geotab join forces on Filter Minder
ATLANTA, Ga. – Donaldson is bringing the watchful eye of telematics to air filters, with a new wireless monitoring system that integrates with Geotab. Donaldson is field testing the Filter Minder today, with plans to launch the offering in 2020.…
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UofT study: Trucks pollute disproportionately
TORONTO, Ont. – A major study released Wednesday suggests that large trucks contribute disproportionately to emissions on Canada’s roads. The Near-Road Air Pollution Pilot Study was conducted by the Southern Ontario Centre for Atmospheric Aerosol Research at the University of…
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MELT’s impact on Saskatchewan trucking industry being felt
REGINA, Sask. – The influence of Saskatchewan’s mandatory entry-level training (MELT) program has been far-reaching in both a positive and negative way on the province’s trucking industry. That was the opinion of a diverse panel discussion at the Saskatchewan Trucking…
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Uber Freight expands into Canada
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. – Online load broker Uber Freight is expanding into Canada, the company announced Wednesday. The move comes on the heels of Uber Freight’s recent expansion into Germany, the Netherlands and Poland as the company continues to scale…
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New Meritor discs specifically for linehaul
ATLANTA, Ga. – Meritor is moving forward with a system designed for better stops – the new Meritor EX+ LS air disc brakes that are purpose-built for linehaul and trailer applications. “What we tend to do as an industry is…
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Truck-Lite expands trailer telematics suite
ATLANTA, Ga. — Truck-Lite has added a volumetric cargo system to its Road Ready trailer telematics suite, the company announced. The system works by dividing a trailer into zones, depending on its size, and employing up to five cargo sensors…
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LT Series gets aero upgrade, more fuel-saving improvements
ATLANTA, Ga. – International Truck has unveiled a series of upgrades to its 2020 on-highway vehicles in the name of fuel-efficiency. The LT and RH models will include enhanced aerodynamics, powertrain and software systems, boosting the LT Series’ fuel efficiency…
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What’s Next? Navistar planning for electric trucks.
ATLANTA, Ga. – Navistar will guide its move toward an electrified future with a new business unit known as Next eMobility Solutions – and one of the goals will be to introduce medium-duty electric trucks by early 2021. The goal…
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International fleet service platform connects with all makes
ATLANTA, Ga. – Navistar is preparing to offer greater insights into vehicle health through International 360, a communications platform to manage fleet service. The equipment that’s monitored doesn’t even have to carry the company’s well-recognized diamond. “International 360 enables all-makes…
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Allison, Freightliner join forces in transmission launch
ATLANTA, Ga. – Allison Transmission has launched its new Allison 3414 Regional Haul Series (RHS) transmission – an uprated version of the established 3000 Series — in a partnership with Freightliner Trucks. The 3414 RHS will come with ratings up…
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OTA praises Ontario move to enforce emissions rules
TORONTO, Ont. – The Ontario Trucking Association said Tuesday changes to the commercial vehicle program within the Made-in-Ontario Environment Plan (MOEP) will make the province the leader in North America for enforcing heavy truck emissions rules. Association president Stephen Laskowski…
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Hendrickson unveils next-gen rubber suspension
ATLANTA, Ga. — Headlining several new products introduced at Hendrickson’s Oct. 29 press conference at the North American Commercial Vehicle Show was the Haulmaax EX, which the manufacturer calls the next generation in heavy-duty rubber suspensions. Available in capacities of…
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Ontario streamlines LCV Program
TORONTO, Ont. — The government has announced three key enhancements to Ontario’s Long Combination Vehicle Program, which supports the efficient movement of goods across the province and beyond. The measures are included in the Better for People, Smarter for Business…
