Fastfrate Group readies for rail strike, warns of possible pandemic-like disruptions

Carriers like Fastfrate Group are bracing for what could be a very disruptive rail strike, warning that the impending shutdown of CN and CPKC railways could trigger supply chain disruptions…

Canadian, U.S. chambers of commerce, other industry leaders urge government to prevent rail lockout

Canada’s supply chain leaders are urging the federal government to take immediate action to prevent the CN and CPKC railways lockout that is scheduled to begin at 00:01 ET on…

Penske Used Trucks launches online auction platform

Penske Used Trucks has introduced a new online auction platform, offering buyers a streamlined way to purchase used commercial vehicles across Canada and the U.S. This…

Canadian Chamber of Commerce warns of economic fallout as railways issue strike notices

Canadian National Railway (CN) and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) issued notices on Aug. 18, indicating disruptions in rail service will most likely begin on Thursday. CN has formally advised the…

Trucking Announcements: Senior leadership additions at High Bar Brands, Groupe Touchette

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, High Bar Brands promoted Derek Quys to senior vice-president of sales and business development and welcomed Mike…

Railways halt more shipments ahead of potential lockout as bargaining tensions rise

The country’s two main freight railways are turning away a growing number of goods ahead of a potential work stoppage next week that could snarl supply chains and disrupt industry.

OTA’s DriveOn committee advances program implementation, urges fleets to join

The Ontario Trucking Association’s (OTA) ad-hoc committee has been meeting weekly since early July to support the operationalization of the MTO’s DriveON program. This program is designed to modernize…

ECONOMIC TRUCKING TRENDS: Canada’s spot market posts strong July

We get mixed signals from this week’s economic reports. Trucking conditions softened slightly in June, according to FTR, due to high financing costs and a slower retreat in diesel prices.

Apprenticeships, education will launch truck driving into Red Seal occupation: PTTAC

Education about apprenticeships and buy-in from carriers, stakeholders and drivers will be key in getting the ball rolling to making truck driving a Red Seal occupation. Attendees at Professional Truck…

NACFE’s 2025 Run on Less to focus on decarbonizing Class 8 longhaul trucks

The North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) announced the launch of its fifth Run on Less event, Run on Less — Messy Middle, which will take place in September…

Roadrunner brings LTL service to Western Canada

U.S.-based Roadrunner has expanded its push into Canada, announcing cross-border LTL service to Vancouver, Calgary, and Edmonton. This follows the launch of service into Toronto and Montreal earlier this year,…

CN Rail, CPKC begin halting shipments of certain goods as strike threat looms

The country’s two main railways have started to halt shipments ahead of a potential strike or lockout next week, the first step toward a possible shutdown as the bargaining deadline…

What is the bargaining impasse between railways and workers actually about?

The country’s two main railways and their workers remain at loggerheads over scheduling, safety or salaries — depending on who you ask — as the clock ticks down on contract…

Mack Trucks refreshes MD Series with new driver-focused features

Mack Trucks has announced a refresh of its Mack MD Series diesel and electric medium-duty trucks. The trucks now feature a larger cab and enhanced safety features to improve the…

Canada sees steady trends in marijuana positive tests among truck drivers since legalization

Despite the legalization of marijuana in Canada and several U.S. states, the rate of positive drug tests among Canadian cross-border truck drivers has remained consistent. This is according to Jonathan…