13 fleets to participate in NACFE’s Run on Less – Messy Middle

Thirteen fleets from across North America, including one Canadian, will participate in the North American Council for Freight Efficiency’s (NACFE) Run on Less – Messy Middle,…

Trucking Announcements: New leadership at Noregon, TMC, Drivewyze, GM Envolve

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable events, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, Noregon named Bill Hathaway its new CEO, Calgary’s Radu Mihai of Burnco Rock Products, has been installed…

PTTAC backs Alberta’s new apprenticeship-style Class 1 training

The Professional Truck Training Alliance of Canada (PTTAC) is applauding Alberta’s newly announced Class 1 Learning Pathway, calling the flexible, apprenticeship-style approach a significant step toward improving training standards and…

Polara, Cleo reposition after merger with focus on smart charging, grid savings

Polara and Cleo, two Quebec-based electric vehicle (EV) charging services providers, have clarified their roles and repositioned their offerings following last summer’s merger. According to a news release, Polara…

Solera launches AI-powered fleet platform to unify operations and boost efficiency

Solera has launched the Solera Fleet Platform, an AI-driven system designed to bring together all aspects of fleet operations into a single, integrated solution. The company…

Six insights from TCA’s large carriers panel

Three major fleet leaders — including Canada’s TFI International — offered a look at how large carriers navigate economic uncertainty, build resilience, and plan for the future during the Truckload…

New company Nomad launches to tackle fuel management with AI

Nomad Fuel, a new freight tech company launched April 1 by the founders of REV Capital, says it is aiming to change how Canadian trucking fleets…

Alberta eyes Red Seal certification as it rolls out learning pathway for new truck drivers

Targeting Red Seal certification in the future, Alberta is mandating from April 1, that all aspiring truckers complete Class 1 driver’s licence training through its learning pathway. The pathway was…

Look at downtime, breakdowns, inventory turnover for maintenance benchmarking

Downtime, parts availability, and technician turnover continue to challenge fleet maintenance programs, but carriers are turning to benchmarking, training, and better communication to improve performance across operations. That was the…

Trucking Announcements: Stahl passes away; Grote Industries promotes Cammack

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable events, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, we are saddened to announce that Greg Stahl, chairman of the Motor Dealers Association of Alberta and…

Registration opens for 2025 Central Ontario regional truck driving championships

Registration is now open for the 2025 Central Ontario Regional Truck Driving Championships, set to take place Saturday, June 14 at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium. The event provides truck drivers…

Nominations open for 2025 TCA Safety Professional of the Year

The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has opened nominations for its Safety Professional of the Year Award, recognizing an individual whose leadership and dedication have helped raise the bar for safety…

Mack Trucks opens 2026 calendar contest for working Bulldogs

Mack Trucks is now accepting entries for its 2026 calendar contest, continuing its annual tradition of showcasing customer-owned trucks in revenue operation across North America. Twelve trucks will be selected…

More than drugs: Bison turns to cognitive testing to manage impairment risks

The legalization of cannabis may have sharpened the industry’s focus on impairment, but experts say the risks go far beyond drug or alcohol use — and carriers need new tools…

Nikola founder Milton claims Trump pardoned him

Trevor Milton, the founder of bankrupt electric and hydrogen-powered truck maker Nikola who was convicted of fraud, said in a social media post that he has been pardoned by U.S.