First impressions, documentation gaps key in roadside, facility inspections

First impressions can determine the course of a roadside inspection, and enforcement officers say professionalism, preparedness, proper recordkeeping, and training are key factors in staying out of trouble. Meanwhile, they…

Caledon, Ont., rolls out online map of illegal trucking yard complaints

A residents’ group leader called the Town of Caledon’s online map of illegal trucking depot complaints “a huge step forward in transparency.” The town, which sits…

Trucking Announcements: Leadership changes at Wabash, new additions to FastFrate, Aeolus Tire

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions, and awards in the trucking industry. This week, Aeolus Tire appointed Kevin Galashan as Western Canadian sales manager and FastFrate welcomed Carrie Draycott as…

The 40th edition of ExpoCam wraps up in Montreal: Photo gallery

ExpoCam’s 40th edition has wrapped up after a successful three-day run from Feb. 6-8 at Montreal’s Palais des Congrès. Returning to the city after two previous shows in Saint-Hyacinthe, Que.,…

Waste collection, shunting offer employment gateway to inexperienced drivers

Dozens of drivers looking for work had one complaint at a networking event – fleets aren’t hiring truckers who are not experienced. “If they don’t hire us, how can we…

U.S. tariffs panned by trade, trucking groups on both sides of border

Trucking groups on both sides of the border have opposed tariffs slapped against Canadian exports to the U.S. over the weekend. U.S. President Donald Trump announced widely anticipated tariffs of…

Women with Drive to feature HR, sustainability, stress management sessions

Trucking HR Canada has announced the full schedule for its 2025 Women with Drive Leadership Summit, set for March 6 at the Westin Toronto Airport Hotel. The event will feature…

Trucking Announcements: Mullen passes away; promotions at KAG; CFO changes at Premier Truck Rental

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, the trucking industry has lost Roland Mullen, a founder of the Mullen Group, who passed away at…

Road Ready fully integrates Fleetilla

Effective Jan. 15, the Fleetilla brand fully transitioned to Road Ready. Acquired by Clarience Technologies in 2022, Fleetilla has complemented Road Ready’s telematics offerings in markets across the U.S., South…

Zero In on…Musket Transport

Reducing emissions is crucial for businesses in the trucking industry these days. But transitioning to electric vehicles is not the only way to lower carbon footprint. Jim Park spoke…

Peterson Manufacturing marks 80 years

Peterson Manufacturing is celebrating its 80th anniversary. Established in 1945 in Grandview, Miss., the company provides vehicle lighting and safety products for commercial trucks, trailers, and specialty vehicles. Operating…

Ontario trucking associations push for safety, compliance reforms in talks with government

A coalition of trucking industry associations is urging the Ontario government to take action and help address problems ranging from road safety and driver training standards to compliance enforcement —…

Applications open for the 2025 Top 100 for-hire fleets list

Are you one of Canada’s largest for-hire carriers? Don’t miss the opportunity to showcase your achievements and growth by being included in the 2025 Top 100 for-hire fleets list, set…

Mack Trucks celebrates 125 years in business

Mack Trucks is marking its 125th anniversary in 2025, celebrating a legacy that began in 1900 in Brooklyn, N.Y. Over the years, its trucks have played a role in…

ZEVs not yet ready to replace diesel in Class 8 long haul: report

Zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) like battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) are starting to make their way into Canada’s Class 8 long-haul sector, but they’re not…