Manufacturers cautiously optimistic about aftermarket industry

Manufacturing leaders were excited and cautiously optimistic about the aftermarket industry in 2025 after things started to slow down toward the end of 2024. Addressing the issue of looming tariffs…

AI-driven threats to dominate trucking cybersecurity issues in 2025

Cybersecurity will be one of the most pressing challenges for the trucking industry in 2025, according to the latest National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) trucking…

Polaris reaches for stars with new sustainability action plan

It was a dinnertime conversation that set Polaris Transportation Group down the path of becoming a more sustainable and environmentally friendly operation. “My daughter was going to the University of…

Bendix finalizes R.H. Sheppard sale to affiliate of Balmoral Funds

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, a North American subsidiary of Knorr-Bremse, announced the company finalized the sale of its wholly owned subsidiary, commercial vehicle steering systems manufacturer R.H. Sheppard to an…

FedEx to separate FedEx Freight, create new company

FedEx announced that its board of directors has concluded a comprehensive assessment of the role of FedEx Freight as part of its portfolio and has decided to pursue a full…

Limit exposure to vicarious liability, carriers warned

Canadian carriers hauling freight in the United States should be aware that if their vehicle is involved in a crash, and during litigation a jury finds the trucking company 1%…

Small carriers facing big challenges in down market

Small carriers in Ontario’s trucking industry are facing big challenges. Some of them were discussed Nov. 20 at the Truckload Carriers Association’s annual Bridging Border Barriers event in Mississauga, Ont.

Large carriers share survival tactics at TCA’s Bridging Border Barriers

The good news is, it’s been easy to cover loads. And that’s about it in terms of good news that a panel of large carrier representatives could offer at the…

Fleets urged to step up crash investigation practices amid rising civil litigation risks

With the increasing frequency of civil litigation following crashes — including those involving commercial vehicles — Mike Hinsperger, a seasoned investigator with more than 30 years of experience currently with…

Cargo thefts in Peel Region soar as tractors, trailers worth $16.73M stolen this year

Cargo theft in the Greater Toronto Area’s Peel Region has taken a disturbing turn, placing it third in North America for high cargo theft activity, as organized crime groups use…

Recruitment strategies have to change to attract youth to trucking: panel

Recruiting and retaining the next generation of talent in the trucking industry requires a shift in practices, including actively seeking out younger candidates, active mentorship, understanding their workplace expectations, and…

Fleet strategies evolve in response to industry challenges

From the Covid pandemic and related supply chain challenges, to a persistent freight recession that shows little sign of letting up, the last few years have tested the mettle of…

Thieves stole nearly $9M in goods over past five Labor Day weekends

Nearly $9 million worth of goods have been stolen in 179 cargo theft incidents across the U.S. during the Labor Day holiday from 2019 to 2023, between the Thursday before…

How insurance brokers address truckers that misrepresent fleet size

Brokers are the front-line defenders for insurers covering commercial trucking. Especially since some fleet owners may attempt to insure only the trucks in use, while not reporting…

Lion Force Transport’s safety investments drive growth and efficiency

Founded by three friends and former colleagues in 2016 with just three trucks, Lion Force Transport currently has a fleet of more than 150 trucks and employs nearly 300 drivers.