Kodiak, Maersk making deliveries via autonomous trucking lane

Maersk and Kodiak Robotics have partnered to autonomously haul goods 24 hours a day, four days a week on an autonomous lane between Houston, Texas, and Oklahoma City. They claim…

Federal government suspends greentech foundation’s funding after investigation

The federal government has ordered Sustainable Development Technologies Canada (SDTC) to temporarily suspend its funding for green technology projects, following a months-long investigation that cited conflicts of interest and governance…

Safe Driver Week leads to 2,634 tickets and citations

Law enforcement teams in Canada and the U.S. issued 4,592 warnings and 2,634 tickets and citations to commercial vehicle drivers July 10 to 16 as part of the Commercial Vehicle…

Brossard Leasing offering electric trucks, charging stations

Brossard Leasing has placed an initial order for 10 electric trucks, partnering with dealer Globocam and energy provider Cleo, a subsidiary of Hydro-Quebec. The leasing company will provide customers with…

Hydrolux plans truck hydrogen fueling station network in Quebec

Quebec-based Hydrolux has unveiled the Trans-Québec 1 project, which will consist of seven green hydrogen refueling stations across the province for heavy trucks. This builds on its Project 117, which included…

BC Ferries sets price cap

Ferry users, including commercial trucks, can expect an annual fare increase by a maximum of 3.2% for the next four years, the British Columbia Ferry Commission announced Tuesday. This final…

Arrive Logistics expands into Canada with Toronto office

Arrive Logistics is expanding into the Canadian market with an office in Toronto. It plans to provide localized services across Canada as part of its growth plan, after opening five…

ConMet establishes European headquarters

ConMet has established European headquarters in Stuttgart, Germany, supporting regional activities. “As we accelerate our expansion into Europe, it is crucial that we establish a regional headquarters in the EU,”…

Diesel Technology Forum rebrands, expands mission

The Diesel Technology Forum has rebranded as the Engine Technology Forum (ETF), with an expanded mission covering overall options available to meet the industry’s energy, environmental and economic goals. “Internal…

VMC lands Quebec dealer for electric trucks

Vicinity Motor Corp. (VMC) has reached a distribution deal with Quebec-based Complexe EV to sell and support the VMC 1200 electric truck. Complexe EV is owned by those who…

Hendrickson buys Brunner, gains brake shoes and S-cams

Hendrickson has acquired Brunner International and Brunner Manufacturing and Sales, manufacturer of commercial truck, bus and trailer components. Brunner International is based in Medina, N.Y., while Brunner Manufacturing and Sales…

Mack reaches tentative deal with UAW to avoid strike

As UAW autoworkers strike at the Big 3 Detroit car manufacturers, Mack Trucks has avoided a similar fate, reaching a tentative agreement with the union covering employees at its factories…

Trucking announcements: BCTA golf event helps charity, Stertil-Koni hires marketing manager

Each week, TruckNews.com lists news, notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. Our latest installment includes B.C. Trucking Association’s annual golf tournament, Stertil-Koni appointing a marketing manager and Grote Industries…

Trucking companies face steep TFW program sanctions

Two numbered trucking companies faced some of the steepest sanctions for failing to comply with Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) requirements, following Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) inspections between…

Wal-Mart, TIP Fleet Services fined for Cobourg diesel spill

TIP Fleet Services Canada and Wal-Mart Canada have been fined a collective $155,000 for a September 2020 diesel spill down a loading dock drain at a Wal-Mart Supercentre in Cobourg,…