Technician shortage, rising labor rates dominate Fullbay repair industry report

A persistent technician shortage, rising labor rates and an aging workforce are continuing to reshape the heavy-duty repair sector, according to early findings from Fullbay’s sixth annual State of Heavy-Duty…

Clarios IdleLess wins Truck Writers’ Technical Achievement Award

Clarios’ IdleLess battery monitoring system has been named the winner of the 2026 Jim Winsor Memorial Technical Achievement Award, presented by North American Truck Writers. The award was announced during…

Brampton man wanted after alleged trucking startup fraud nets $200,000 from investor

Police in Durham Region are searching for a Brampton, Ont.-based man accused of defrauding an investor by falsely claiming to launch a trucking and transportation business. Investigators say the suspect…

Andy expands Ontario footprint with JDW International, JMS Warehousing acquisition

Montreal-based Andy Corporation is expanding its Ontario presence through the acquisition of JDW International and JMS Warehousing, adding trucking capacity and strategically located warehouse space near a key cross-border corridor.

Fontaine Fifth Wheel, Aperia announce new partnership 

Aperia Technologies announced a new partnership with Fontaine Fifth Wheel to integrate SmartConnect fifth wheel data into Aperia’s Halo Connect fleet management suite. The partnership was announced during a joint…

US House panel approves Dalilah’s Law

The U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee voted on March 18 to advance Dalilah’s Law, which is aimed at strengthening commercial driver’s license (CDL) requirements and improving highway safety. Rep.

Truck driver faces impaired charges after striking hydro pole in Puslinch Township, Ont.

A tractor-trailer driver has been charged with impaired driving following a collision with a hydro pole in Puslinch Township, Ont. On March 17 at approximately 5:30 p.m., members of the…

Stoughton touts independent testing results of PureBlue refrigerated trailers

Stoughton Trailers said independent third-party testing has demonstrated its PureBlue refrigerated trailers can reduce a fleet’s average annual fuel costs by up to $910. Chief Commercial Officer Jeremy Sanders and…

Michelin unveils new retread, trailer tire monitoring technologies

Michelin North America announced the launch of TreadVision by Michelin Retread Technologies, a new approach to the retread process using artificial intelligence and advanced data insights to enhance retread quality. Speaking…

Utility, Cargobull unveil next-generation hybrid TRUs

Utility Trailer Manufacturing Co. announced the launch of its next‑generation hybrid transport refrigeration technology (TRUs) as part of a joint venture with Cargobull. Speaking at a press conference at the…

Hyundai Translead invests $450 million to develop Illinois manufacturing facilities 

Hyundai Translead announced that it is investing $450 million to establish new trailer manufacturing facilities in Illinois, creating nearly 2,500 new full-time jobs.  Hyundai Translead made the announcement at a…

Fortigo Freight Services, Crawford Trucking named 2026 Best Fleets to Drive For overall winners

CarriersEdge has named Fortigo Freight Services and Crawford Trucking as the 2026 Best Fleets to Drive For overall winners in the large and small carrier categories. The awards were presented…

Work truck market steady as economy, uncertainty shape buying decisions

Manufacturers are expecting the vocational truck market to remain stable through 2026, supported by demand from construction, utility and municipal applications, even as economic conditions, regulatory uncertainty and rising costs…

THRC webinar to guide employers on Career ExpressWay funding

Trucking HR Canada will hold a webinar on March 18 to help employers access funding through its Career ExpressWay initiative. Part of the federal Student Work…

Fleetworthy partners with Strategic HSE Systems for compliance services

Fleetworthy has formed a strategic technology partnership with Strategic HSE Systems, a Canadian safety and compliance firm, to support advisory and compliance services for small- and mid-sized fleets across Canada.