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B.C.
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National MELT program is a good start
Woman launches petition saying regulations for Class 1 driver training about more than MELT
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Hiway and Eskimo Refrigeration changes name to ColdFront
VANCOUVER, B.C. – Following last year’s merger, Hiway and Eskimo Refrigeration will change its name to ColdFront as part of the company’s rebranding initiative. “By building on the legacy of the Eskimo and Hiway teams and uniting them under a…
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Inland Kenworth opens in Castlegar
CASTLEGAR, B.C. – Inland Kenworth has opened a new parts and service facility in Castlegar, B.C. The location boasts 19,000 square feet of space, featuring a 9,500 sq.-ft. service department with nine service stalls. There is also a 4,500 sq.-ft.…
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Speedee names new CEO
BURNABY, B.C. – Speedee Transport has named Joshua Davis as its new CEO. With over a decade of experience in management, operations, and business development, Davis will oversee the development of Speedee’s truckload division. “Josh is a dedicated professional who…
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B.C. auditor general recommends province consider adopting MELT
VICTORIA, B.C. – The Office of the Auditor General of B.C. says more needs to be done to ensure commercial vehicle safety in the province, including the consideration of a MELT program. The auditor general released a new report titled…
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Stricter chain up regulations implemented in B.C.
VICTORIA, B.C. – The B.C. government has placed stricter regulations on commercial drivers when chaining up, and includes all vehicles over 5,000 kg. The move follows two other highway safety enhancements – reduced speed limits on 15 highway sections and…
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Left-lane ban on Coq welcome, but BCTA says focus needs to be on chaining up
HOPE, B.C. – The B.C. Trucking Association (BCTA) says the move to prohibit commercial trucks from the left lane on Snowshed Hill on the Coquihalla does not address the main cause of collisions on the mountain pass. Though recognizing the…
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New president/CEO leading Magnum Trailer and Equipment
ABBOTSFORD, B.C. – Magnum Trailer and Equipment has named Andrew Taylor as its president and CEO. “Magnum has a huge opportunity in the transportation equipment market. Our products and services are designed to protect trucks and their drivers and improve…
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Speed kills
B.C. government reduces speed limit on roads showing significant increase in collisions
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Get ready to ‘Shift into Winter’
RICHMOND, B.C. – With winter fast approaching – and already a reality in some areas of Western Canada – the Winter Driving Safety Alliance (WDA) is urging truckers and all motorists to drive smart this snow season through its “Shift…
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Fountain Tire hands out free coffee at ‘truck-thru’ along Coquihalla Highway
HOPE, B.C. – Looking for a cup of joe, and looking for one quick? Truckers traveling the Coquihalla Highway in B.C. are in luck. Fountain Tire has set up a pop-up drive-thru at the Box Canyon Rest Area handing out…
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Local truck show all about helping the community
CACHE CREEK, B.C. – In a small town in the interior of B.C. a local truck show has been running for eight years now and has become a valuable part of the community of Cache Creek. Scott McKenzie organizes the…
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SafetyDriven takes its speaker series on the road
LANGLEY, B.C. – SafetyDriven – Trucking Safety Council of B.C., will hold its third annual speaker series in Prince George Sept. 12. The event, titled “Transportation Safety: What You Need to Know,” will tackle industry topics such as how to…
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B.C. ups weight limit for super singles
VICTORIA, B.C. – The B.C. government has increased weight limits for single wide-base tires, approving a single-axle weight of 8,500kgs. The government says the increase will help the trucking industry reduce fuel consumption, as well as lower greenhouse gas emissions.…
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BCTA elects new board and executive committee
WHISTLER, B.C. – The B.C. Trucking Association (BCTA) elected its new board of directors during its annual AGM and Management Conference this past weekend. Board members will serve out a term of one year, 2018-19. Executive committee members were also…
