TCA names Searcy Trucking driver Walde a Highway Angel for helping injured cyclist

The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) named truck driver Terry Walde of Miami, Man., a TCA Highway Angel for stopping to help a cyclist who had been struck by a…

Trucking Announcements: New hires at Turgeon, BeyondTrucks; UAP names new VP of heavy vehicles parts

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable events, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, Simon Corriveau joined Turgeon – Solutions d’affichage as business development manager for its fleet division…

Government policy to ‘buy Canadian’ could benefit some truck, trailer makers

The Interim Reciprocal Procurement Policy, recently tabled by the federal government, could direct the government to prioritize purchasing trucks, trailers and other transportation equipment that’s made in Canada.

Strategic Roadmap: ESG Reporting for Canadian Heavy-duty Fleet Operators 

This white paper helps Canadian heavy-duty fleet operators transform evolving ESG reporting obligations into strategic opportunities, providing clear guidance to enhance compliance, improve efficiency, and strengthen market positioning. Sponsored by AttriX

CTA highlights trucking issues at Transport Canada meeting

Transport Canada’s recent meeting with trucking industry leaders and deputy ministers of transportation from provinces and territories to discuss issues most concerning to fleet operators focused on productivity and competitiveness.

MTO identifies site for White River, Ont., rest area

The Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has identified the White River Bar & Grill as the preferred location for a new rest centre in White River, Ont. The…

Lytx names Cabrera CEO

Lytx has appointed Chris Cabrera as its new chief executive officer. He succeeds interim CEO Andy Eckert, who will remain with the company as board chairman. Cabrera brings…

ECONOMIC TRUCKING TRENDS: Spot rates fall, freight fundamentals remain weak, but trailer orders get a lift

There’s a lot to digest in this week’s data, including a surprise boost in trailer order activity, but continued projections for weakness in the freight market. The spot…

Ehrl’s professionalism, work ethic yield reward

The Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association celebrated Mira Ehrl as its professional truck driver of the month this June. The 26-year-old driver likes to keep a low profile and…

Cargo theft surges 13% in Q2, organized crime targets high-value freight

Cargo theft incidents in the U.S. and Canada rose 13% year-over-year in the second quarter of 2025, with organized crime groups increasingly targeting high-value commodities, according to a news…

Volvo tests VNL in chilly Alaska

Volvo Trucks North America (VTNA) subjected the Volvo VNL to cold weather testing in Fairbanks, Alaska, where temperatures routinely drop to -40°C. The goal was to ensure the truck…

B.C. authorities put more than half of inspected trucks OOS during enforcement blitz

The B.C. Highway Patrol and its partners placed more than half of the 109 commercial vehicles they inspected out of service (OSS) during a recent two-day enforcement blitz.

Peel Police arrest three Brampton men connected to theft of truck, trailers

Peel Regional Police have cracked an organized commercial vehicle theft ring in Mississauga, Ont., and charged three men from Brampton, Ont. On July 14, investigators from the force’s…

Denver and Chicago lead U.S. cities in freight efficiency, Geotab report finds

A new study from Altitude by Geotab ranked Denver and Chicago as the most freight-efficient cities in the United States, while Los Angeles and New York fall to the…

Ritchie Bros. buys U.S. truck and equipment auctioneer

RB Global, parent company to Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, has announced the purchase of U.S. equipment auctioneer J.M. Wood Auction Co. “Both Ritchie Bros. and J.M. Wood have spent…