$500,000 shipment recovered after theft attempt in Ontario

A truckload shipment of connectivity hardware valued at around $500,000 was recovered intact after an attempted theft was detected in Mississauga, Ont., according to Overhaul. The shipment originated in…

The perils of ‘white label’ ELDs and how to reduce cheating

Since the early days of electric logging devices, when they were known as automatic on-board recording devices, Tom Cuthbertson has been there.  During his distinguished career at Qualcomm, (known as…

STG Logistics files for Chapter 11 to reduce debt, secure $150M

STG Logistics announced that the company, along with ‘certain of its affiliates and subsidiaries’, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as part of a prearranged restructuring plan aimed at…

Trucking Announcements: Leadership appointments at TFI International, VTNA, VIPAR

Each week, trucknews.com lists notable events, promotions, and awards in the trucking industry. This week, TFI International announced it has promoted Christopher Traikos, Mike Hover, and Dan Leslie to executive vice president…

Prime expands refrigerated operations with Western Flyer Xpress deal

Prime Inc. announced a strategic partnership that transitions the refrigerated operations of Western Flyer Xpress into Prime’s Power Fleet Program. Prime, based in Springfield, Mo., is the largest refrigerator transportation…

Tenn. requires 8,800 CDL holders to prove citizenship, legal status

The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security said it is notifying about 8,800 commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders that they must provide proof of citizenship or lawful presence in…

DOT’s Duffy targets N.C. over non-domiciled CDLs

North Carolina has become the latest state threatened with the loss of millions of dollars in federal funding by Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy over the issuance of non-domiciled commercial driver’s…

Toyo Tire Canada launches M177+ longhaul steer tire

Toyo Tire Canada has introduced the M177+, a longhaul steer tire designed to improve wear life and retreadability. The M177+ will be produced in 22.5- and…

Dart Transit sold to private equity firm

Dart Transit, a Minnesota-based trucking fleet founded in 1934, has been sold to private equity firm Avkha Equity Holdings.  Terms of the Jan. 1 transaction, which includes Dart Transit, Dart…

International ready for 2027 EPA rule with S13 powertrain

International Motors said its 2027 S13 integrated powertrain meets the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s emissions requirements for 2027 model year trucks.  The S13 carries over more than 90% of the…

Reduce the Impact of Heavy-Duty Repairs

How often have you heard that when a truck breaks down, you can only pick two of these three: fix it fast, fix it cheap, or fix it…

FMCSA pulls $160 million from Calif. over non-domiciled CDLs

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced Jan. 7 it is withholding nearly $160 million from California for failing to cancel 17,000 non-domiciled commercial driver’s licenses by the previously announced…

Cybersecurity threats to transportation sector growing more complex

The North American transportation sector faces the most complex cyber threat environment ever, as cybercriminals continue to demonstrate greater sophistication and specialization. “Bad actors now view the transportation supply chain…

Mann+Hummel marks 85 years in filtration technology

Germany-based filtration technology company Mann+Hummel is celebrating its 85th anniversary in business. Founded in 1941, the company now operates in 80 locations worldwide — with operations and subsidiary brands…

Highlight Motor Group adds 125 VNL 860s to fleet

Highlight Motor Group has taken delivery of 125 Volvo VNL 860 trucks, marking the largest Canadian order of the next-generation VNL to date. The trucks are now in service, supporting…