Equipment Why Canada has some of the most productive trucks in the world June 23, 2021 In the 1960s, U.S. and Canadian rules on weights and dimensions were almost identical. But things didn’t stay that way for long. By the time the 1980s came about,…
Business Management Flatdeck fleets focused on weight, longevity…and IQ? June 21, 2021 Flatdeck haulers have always looked for light weight and longevity when spec’ing trailers. Now you can add IQ to their list of priorities. The trend towards smart trailers has been…
Equipment 5 cargo securement myths June 15, 2021 Not everything you hear on the street regarding cargo securement is totally accurate. Unfortunately, these misperceptions can lead to expensive citations and even being placed out-of-service. Here are 5 myths…
Equipment Beware the pitfalls of cargo securement rules: Driver’s Education June 15, 2021 Cargo securement is a snake pit. As regulations go, few others are as open to misunderstanding or misinterpretation. While plenty of tiny paragraphs spell out how many chains or straps…
Transportation The unwritten (but now written) Truck Stop Code: Driver’s Education June 9, 2021 Pirates had them. The Marines, too. Lots of groups of like-minded people have codes, like pilots, police officers, golfers. Among other things, golfers are expected to dress respectably, replace their…
Technology How technology has evolved the safety manager’s role June 8, 2021 Safety systems such as lane departure and following distance warnings seem friendly and helpful when you are a new driver, but can get annoying after a while, says an experienced…
Business Management Canadian AI businesses building a future in trucking May 28, 2021 It’s been almost 25 years since Skynet first became “self-aware”. The fictional computer began making its own decisions at 2:14 am Eastern Time on Aug. 29, 1997, to be precise.
Health & Safety Legal marijuana can still cost truck drivers their job May 25, 2021 While a substantial portion of the population was overjoyed when Canada legalized recreational cannabis in October 2018, it’s become a nightmare for truck fleets, drivers and law enforcement. Removing marijuana…
Equipment Knowledge is power when installing, using inverters May 14, 2021 Truck drivers have been using AC/DC inverters for a couple of decades now. They are versatile devices and must-haves in any sleeper cab. You’d think, after all that time, drivers…
Equipment Shedding pounds for payload May 13, 2021 Some truck and trailer components, when removed from the vehicle or replaced with lighter-weight alternatives, can be worth their weight in gold. That is, if they can be removed without…
Equipment DIY truck electrical system maintenance: Driver’s Education May 13, 2021 Ask any technician and they will probably have a story or nine about do-it-yourself repairs gone wrong. Some are amusing, like the guy who walks into the shop with a…
Equipment Longer trailers, added axles, and a patchwork of vehicle weights and dimensions May 10, 2021 Those who wonder why vehicle weights and dimensions are so varied from one jurisdiction to the next can look directly to Ontario. The province had achieved several productivity gains during…
Equipment Sidhu shares technical expertise May 5, 2021 “Go with what you like to do. If you do not like what you do, you are setting yourself up for failure,” says Isher Sidhu. “If someone forces you to…
Equipment Protect your tires from the harsh realities of city streets May 4, 2021 Trucks are taking to city streets like never before, as rising e-commerce demand sees growth in everything from courier fleets to white glove delivery services. It’s enough to make a…
Health & Safety Living healthy on the road isn’t easy, but it’s not impossible May 3, 2021 Long hours, sedentary job requirements, and limited food options on the road all conspire to make it especially difficult for professional drivers to maintain a healthy lifestyle. But it’s not…
