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Truck Transportation Act Soon Repealed: Changes to trust accounts, broker rules, and safety rating included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

MTO-OPP launch annual truck blitz in northeast Ontario

HUNTSVILLE, Ont. -- "Truck inspections are like going to the doctor -- it's kind of scary," says Emco driver Doug Moreau of Barrie, Ont., "You never know what to expect."

CTA provides input on C-TPAT revisions

OTTAWA -- The Canadian Trucking Alliance, along with the American and Mexican trucking associations, has been asked by U.S. Customs and Border Protection for input on revised C-TPAT carrier security criteria.

Cargo securement regs clarified

OTTAWA -- North America's cargo securement rules have undergone the first of what insiders say will be several clarification exercises.

FMCSA releases untethered trailer tracking pilot report

WASHINGTON -- Truck regulators in the U.S. have published a final Untethered Trailer Tracking System pilot report, which examines technology and methods to improve safety and security of trailers and shipments all over the U.S.

US hazmat rule for Canadians delayed; Rulemakers consider FAST as substitute

OTTAWA -- As predicted, U.S. authorities have extended the deadline for Canadian hazmat truckers to undergo biometric background checks in order to haul south of the border.

US safety officials issue 11 air brake recommendations after fatal truck crash

WASHINGTON -- The National Transportation Safety Board adopted a final report of a runaway truck accident in Pennsylvania that has shown the consequences of improper maintenance on automatic slack adjusters for air brake systems.

ACE In the Hole: CBP agrees to delay enforcement

OTTAWA -- US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has until further notice postponed so-called Phase 4 enforcement for trucks under the Trade Act.