St. Lawrence Seaway’s Unifor workers ratify three-year deal

Unifor members at the St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation (SLSMC) have ratified a three-year collective agreement, according to a news release. Unifor said the maintenance, operations and clerical group voted…

Economic Trucking Trends: Class 8 orders remain strong, potentially prolonging trucking’s pain

Conditions for truckers continue to be tough, but shippers aren’t throwing any parties, either. Rising fuel prices are hurting both truckers and shippers, with FTR’s Shippers Conditions Index plunging into…

Caution, awareness keep trucks rolling safely in the dark

It’s time to embrace driving in darkness as clocks are reversing an hour this weekend across most parts of the country. The trucking industry does not have days off and…

Nikola BEV recall hits bottom line in Q3

Nikola posted its Q3 earnings today, revealing that a recall affecting its battery-electric trucks cost the company $61.8 million (all figures USD), driving the company’s net loss on the quarter…

Hidden mental health challenges come at a cost for trucking employers: Panel

Truck drivers face plenty of stressors, and not all of them are linked directly to the job – even if they lead to challenges at work. Many mental health challenges…

Loblaw deploys two Volvo VNR Electric trucks in Montreal area

Food and pharmacy retailer Loblaw Companies has deployed two Class 8 Volvo VNR Electric trucks to service its grocery stores in the Greater Montreal Area. “It is a win-win opportunity…

Mack showcases MD Electric, new Truck-as-a-Service subscription model

Mack Trucks took the wraps off its MD Electric Class 6/7 truck this week as it prepares to begin production in the fourth quarter. It’s also bringing to life a…

Trailcon Leasing opens facility in Balzac, Alta.

Trailcon Leasing, a provider of trailer leasing, rental, and maintenance services, has opened a facility in Balzac, Alta. (Photo: Trailcon Leasing) The new location off Highway 2 has designated…

Ontario looks to extend gas, fuel tax rate cuts

The Ontario government is looking to extend gasoline and fuel tax rate cuts to June 30, 2024, proposing legislation through its upcoming 2023 Fall Economic Statement. Since July 1, 2022,…

Ontario holds WSIB premium rates steady

The average premium rate businesses pay to Ontario’s Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) will remain steady in 2024. The WSIB’s average premium rate for businesses will stay at $1.30…

Reevaluate driver retention strategies during tough economy: Churilov

Economic winds shift, but Eugenia Churilov cautions against using a tough economy as an excuse to cull the herd and let go of underperforming drivers. On the contrary, it is…

ELD technical standards under review, other challenges remain: PMTC chairman

Transport Canada is in the midst of reviewing technical standards for electronic logging devices (ELDs) just as the number of certification bodies is about to shrink. Ninety-eight devices from 45…

CTA launches tip sheet to report suspected Driver Inc. behavior

The Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) has created a step-by-step tip sheet and reporting guide to help carriers report suspected Driver Inc. behavior. The CTA and and its provincial association partners…

St. Lawrence Seaway management, Unifor reach deal to end strike

The St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation (SLSMC) announced that it reached an agreement with Unifor, representing 360 unionized employees, to end the strike that began on Oct. 22. The agreement…

Trucking announcements: NMFTA names Ohr chief operating officer, 13 Canadians among Frito-Lay million milers

Each week, TruckNews.com lists news, notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. Our latest installment includes National Motor Freight Traffic Association’s new chief operating officer, Frito-Lay North America’s latest class…