Globocam expands into Ontario with Cornwall dealership

Freightliner and Western Star truck dealer network Globocam inaugurated its 10th branch recently, its first facility outside Quebec. The Cornwall, Ont., branch offers truck and parts sales and maintenance services…

Study finds driver knowledge, safety, compliance are amongst fleet managers’ top concerns

Driver skills, knowledge, managing company expenses, and overall safety are the top concerns of more than half of fleet managers surveyed in a recent study conducted by the J.J. Keller…

CVSA’s Operation Safe Driver Week to focus on dangerous, reckless driving

This year’s Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) Operation Safe Driver Week is set to take place July 7-13 across North America. Law enforcement personnel in Canada, Mexico, and the U.S.

Police urge vigilance after rash of tractor-trailer thefts in Sarnia

Sarnia Police are investigating a series of thefts involving tractor-trailers in the area between June 8 and 10. Police believe the three incidents are connected. Twenty-five trailers were broken into…

Trucking Announcements: Wolk joins Canada Cartage, CFOs hired at Vicinity Motors, Truckstop

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. In this week’s announcements, Adam Wolk joined Canada Cartage as vice-president of fleet maintenance, while Lynette McMann was appointed…

Parlok introduces its truck fenders

Parlok, a manufacturer headquartered in Finland, announced a series of enhancements to its line of truck fenders. Made from high-density polyethylene, Parlok’s fenders are recyclable and…

B.C. opens truck inspection station near Terrace

A new commercial vehicle inspection station has opened ahead of schedule, just east of Terrace, along Highway 16 in northwestern British Columbia. The facility incorporates advanced transportation technology to expedite…

NMFTA reminds carriers to renew SCAC

The National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) is reminding carriers to renew their Standard Carrier Alpha Code (SCAC) if it expires between June 30 and July 7. NMFTA assigns SCAC…

Red Seal of approval

My recent maiden voyage captaining an 18-wheeler convinced me that truck driving should be a Red Seal occupation. The Red Seal program sets national standards for skills and knowledge within…

Erb Transport’s Jutzi wins two awards at Central Ontario Regional Truck Driving Championships

Stewart Jutzi from Erb Transport was named grand champion and secured the highest points at the recent Central Ontario Regional Truck Driving Championships. The competition was held on June 8…

March personifies old-school trucking values

Bob March is an old-school trucker who likes to micromanage his business. The 66-year-old CEO of Classic Transport based in Calgary, Alta., has hauled various loads including carbonated drinks, grass…

Trucking Announcements: industry’s sales appointments, MTA honors Bulacso with two awards

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, three Canadian companies have appointed senior leadership in sales: Stacey Jenkins is a new sales and marketing…

Borders to remain open should CBSA strike this afternoon

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) workers intend to begin a job action today at 4 p.m. EST unless there is an agreement between the Public Service Alliance of Canada…

Cambridge, Ont., downtown truck ban cuts number of trucks by half

The truck ban implemented last year in downtown Cambridge, Ont., is working, with hundreds of heavy vehicles diverted from the area daily, a report revealed. “The introduction of the truck…

MTA names Hylife’s Bulacso as Driver of the Year

The Manitoba Trucking Association (MTA) hosted its annual driver awards banquet, celebrating outstanding achievements within the trucking community and recognizing drivers for their dedication and safe driving records. Top honors…