Business Management Random acts of kindness toward truckers abundant during Covid-19 response April 3, 2020 During a global crisis like the Covid-19 pandemic, the good in humanity shines brighter than the cruel, and in the trucking industry, that could not be more evident than it…
Business Management Stop denying basic services to truck drivers, says Manitoba carrier April 2, 2020 WINNIPEG, Man. – Dave Tyrchniewicz, president of Turk Enterprises, is calling out truck stops that have chosen to keep their revenue streams open while closing essential services to drivers. With…
Business Management Connecting carriers in need with those struggling during Covid-19 relief effort March 30, 2020 EDMONTON, Alta. – Though some carriers are racking up the miles during the Covid-19 crisis to meet increased demand, others are struggling. The Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) recognizes that…
Business Management Huayi Tire Canada to open new warehouse outside Calgary March 24, 2020 CALGARY, Alta. – Huayi Tire Canada has opened a new warehouse near Calgary, the second to open in Canada, and is expected to be fully operational by April. “We are…
Health & Safety AMTA and MTA postpone annual AGMs due to coronavirus concerns March 13, 2020 EDMONTON, Alta. – Heeding advice from provincial governments, the Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) and Manitoba Trucking Association (MTA) have decided to postpone their upcoming conferences and AGMs. Citing concern…
Equipment Meritor to host training sessions in Edmonton March 5, 2020 EDMONTON, Alta. – Meritor will hold a series of aftermarket product training events in Edmonton, Alta., later this month. The sessions are geared toward those in parts and sales, as…
Transportation Calgary carrier charged with insurance fraud February 28, 2020 CALGARY, Alta. – Owners of Calgary, Alta., trucking company Lakha Trucking have been charged with insurance fraud after falsely claiming numerous truck thefts since 2009. Authorities launched an investigation after…
Equipment Ritchie Bros.’ first Edmonton auction of 2020 sees increase in bidders over previous year February 28, 2020 EDMONTON, Alta. – Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers’ first Edmonton, Alta., auction of the year netted more than $59 million in sales. The event took place Feb. 25-27, and saw nearly 11,500…
Mgmt Best Practices National MELT standard welcomed in the west February 25, 2020 WINNIPEG, Man. – Class 1 driver training schools in Western Canada are applauding the federal government’s implementation of a national training standard, but at the same time would like to…
Business Management Women with the drive to succeed February 21, 2020 EDMONTON, Alta. – A panel of women from the trucking and engineering sectors are sending a message to other women looking to break into any male-dominated industry – believe in…
Business Management Breaking down barriers February 7, 2020 BANFF, Alta. – Industry’s improvements in safety can lead to recruitment challenges.
Business Management Falcon expands with Brandell Diesel partnership February 5, 2020 CALGARY, Alta. – Falcon Equipment has partnered with Brandell Diesel Inc. (BDI), which will offer service and parts for all equipment Falcon carries. Based out of Calgary, Alta., BDI is…
Transportation Road Knights hope to bring drivers together, educate Alberta youth February 5, 2020 Brimming with passion and enthusiasm for all things trucking, Alberta’s new Road Knights can hardly wait to take their message to the province’s youth. Miles McNabb, Henry Wolf, David Horst,…
Health & Safety Environment, safety, image among top priorities for western associations February 5, 2020 Nearly a month into the new year, trucking associations across Western Canada have shifted their focus to 2020, with the environment, industry image, and training all at the top of…
Transportation Former Alberta Road Knight up for award January 10, 2020 EDMONTON, Alta. – Alberta driver and former Road Knight Edward Stasyshyn has been named a finalist for the Professional Tank Truck Driver of the Year award. Stasyshyn, a driver for…
