Mack adds Allison transmissions to GuardDog Connect

Allison transmissions in Mack trucks will soon be eligible for connectivity services through Mack’s GuardDog Connect telematics offering. The companies made the announcement at the spring meetings of the Technology…

UPDATE: MTO temporarily suspends tow permitting system amid industry pushback

The Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has suspended its new tow permitting system for non-emergent vehicle recoveries, following pushback from towing and trucking industry stakeholders. “MTO permits shall not be…

NACFE white paper examines the ‘Messy Middle’

The North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) released at the Technology & Maintenance Council meetings a new white paper exploring the “Messy Middle” of decarbonization. It’s a term NACFE…

FPInnovations’ testbed project shares early learnings on EV performance

Early findings from a Transport Canada-funded study by FPInnovations’ PIT Group are shedding new light on the factors affecting electric truck range. The Zero-Emission Trucking Testbed…

Trading in 2021 truck for new model yields US$13K+ in first-year savings: Report

Trading in older 2021 model year trucks for the latest 2026 models can save an operator US$13,097 in the first year, according to a new analysis from Fleet Advantage. Its…

Roadcheck to focus on driver’s record of duty status, vehicle’s tires

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) International Roadcheck is scheduled for May 13-15. The high-visibility, high-volume commercial motor vehicle inspection and regulatory compliance enforcement initiative takes place over three days…

Mack rolls out MD electric bucket truck

Mack Trucks has entered the specialized utility segment with a Mack MD Electric and Terex Utilities fully-electric bucket truck. The new offering pairs Mack’s electric Mack MD7 chassis with Terex’s…

Hino settles class action suit; some Canadian buyers eligible for payments

Certain Canadian Hino truck buyers and lessees may be entitled to cash due a class action lawsuit against the truck maker. Hino settled a $55-million class action suit in B.C.

Brampton man held in theft of trailers and freight worth $1.5 million

Peel Regional Police (PRP) arrested a Brampton, Ont., man in connection with the theft of trailers and freight. The total value of cargo stolen is estimated to be more than…

Isuzu to continue working with The Shyft Group

Isuzu has confirmed its relationship with The Shyft Group will continue and evolve as it moves production to a new plant in Greenville County, S.C. The…

Lion Electric shareholders file class-action against struggling truck and bus manufacturer

Quebec-based electric-vehicle manufacturer Lion Electric is facing a class-action lawsuit from shareholders who allege the company misled investors and misrepresented its financial health. The proposed lawsuit claims Lion Electric hid…

Mack expands connectivity offerings ahead of new flagship truck launch

As Mack Trucks plans the launch of a new flagship highway tractor in its 125th year in business, it’s also upping its connectivity game. While the new truck will remain…

DHL, Scania testing electric truck with fuel-powered range extender

Scania and DHL are working together in Europe to test an electric truck with a fuel-powered range extender. The companies say the technology is an interim method to extend range…

Gerry’s Truck Centre wins Volvo’s 2024 Canadian Dealer Group of the Year award

Volvo Trucks North America (VTNA) named Gerry’s Truck Centre as the recipient of the 2024 Canadian Dealer Group of the Year award. Gerry’s Truck Centre, a family-owned dealership group with…

Nikola files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as it seeks buyer

Nikola Corp. and its Hyla hydrogen fueling subsidiary have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the U.S. and will seek to sell itself. It will continue limited operations during…