CTA wants a slice for trucking in next federal budget

TORONTO -- The next federal budget should include incentives for new, cleaner diesel engines, anti-idling technology, as well as more cash for highways and border crossing infrastructure, the Canadian Trucking Alliance is telling Ottawa.

Hazmat background checks hurting truckers: Celadon boss

WASHINGTON -- The five-month-old hazardous materials truck driver background check implemented by the Transportation Security Administration as is hurting the trucking industry by imposing higher operating costs and deterring drivers from obtaining "hazmat" endorsements, a top trucking executive testified before Congress this week.

Ontario introduces vicarious liability controls for rental, leased vehicle owners

TORONTO -- The Alexandria, Va.-based Truck Renting Leasing Association is applauding a move by the Ontario government to cap vicarious liability for owners of rented or leased vehicles.

ATA asks feds to give truckers a break from passport rule

WASHINGTON -- American truckers are lobbying the Bush Administration to exempt truck drivers from the upcoming requirement for travelers to carry a passport when entering the U.S.

Alberta WCB premiums lowered: AMTA

CALGARY -- For the second year in a row, Alberta's average WCB premium rate is decreasing by a considerable percentage.

U.S. rulemakers propose new truck stopping distance standards

WASHINGTON -- The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued a proposal for more stringent stopping distance requirements for heavy trucks trucks.

U.S. considers fencing off Canada

WASHINGTON -- Some U.S. lawmakers have proposed studying the concept of erecting walls or fences along sections of the world's longest undefended border.

New user fee transponders delivery delayed

WASHINGTON -- Starting in January 2006, the paper user fee decal issued to trucks arriving at land border ports of entry is being replaced by a transponder.

Truck Transportation Act Soon Repealed: Changes to trust accounts, broker rules, and safety rating included

TORONTO -- The Ontario Government has announced that effective January 1, 2006, the Truck Transportation Act (TTA) and the last vestiges of economic regulation of the trucking industry will no longer exist.

N.B. extends weight-limit date; other provinces to follow suit

DIEPPE, N.B. -- New Brunswick's transportation ministry has followed Nova Scotia's lead in extending the deadline for weight tolerance elimination as part of an agreement on uniform commercial vehicle weight limits.

Buyer beware: Flood-damaged vehicles imported to Canada: CCMTA

OTTAWA -- Canadian transportation regulators are warning vehicle shoppers to be wary of cars and trucks from the hurricane-ravaged Gulf Coast area.

On Thin Ice: Truckers with snow on trailer may face fines in Pennsylvania

HARRISBURG, Pa. -- A Pennsylvania state lawmaker has introduced a bill that would fine drivers for failing to remove ice and snow off of their vehicles. Truckers operating heavy vehicles could be charged as much as $1,500 under the rule.

FAQ: DIESEL FUEL FILTRATION

Answers to frequently asked questions about heavy-duty diesel fuel filtration from the Filter Manufacturers Council.

A Higher Standard: New ‘one-knee’ trip inspection rules spelled out

OTTAWA -- Most Canadian drivers will be seeing a sweeping new set of trip inspection rules sometime this year, depending on various provincial legislative schedules.

CTA granted standing by Quebec Court in trailer lighting case

OTTAWA -- The Quebec Court of Appeal has granted standing to the Canadian Trucking Alliance to intervene in support of a New Brunswick carrier who has been charged with violating Quebec's Code de sécurité routière.