Why the CB radio is entrenched in trucking culture

The modern trucker has an array of communications technology at his or her fingertips. I’ve heard one estimate that half of long-distance drivers carry laptops, 80-90% have cell…

Maker of waste heat recovery-powered APU appoints first board

BOLTON, Ont. -- EnerMotion, the small Canadian firm looking to commercialize an auxiliary power unit (APU) that runs off waste heat recovery, has announced the formation of its first board of directors.

Ontario transport boss considering extending phase-in period for licensing fee increases

TORONTO, Ont. -- Ontario Transport Minister Bob Chiarelli has assured the Ontario Trucking Association (OTA) that he continues to look at ways to soften the blow of substantial licensing fee increases slated to take effect Dec. 1, 2012 and then...

Warning to truckers in NE States: Serious storms on their way

ARLINGTON, Va. -- Truckers running the US East Coast over the next few days should exercise caution as two dangerous storms converge near the mid-Atlantic region, the American Trucking Associations warns.

Pegasus celebrates opening of Canadian office

TORONTO, Ont. – Pegasus Logistics held its official Canada market launch last night with a reception in the trendy downtown Roof Salon at the Park Hyatt hotel.

Wajax Industrial Components buys Ace Hydraulic

MONTREAL, Que. -- Wajax Industrial Components has acquired Bathurst, N.B.-based Ace Hydraulic, in a deal it says will enhance its hydraulic repair and service capabilities.

Dave Nicolle named director of fleet maintenance for Trailer Wizards

MISSISSAUGA, Ont. -- Trailer Wizards has named Dave Nicolle its new director of fleet maintenance, based out of its Mississauga location.

Meet Brian Fletcher, Eaton’s virtual spokesperson

GALESBURG, Mich. -- Want to learn all about the Eaton UltraShift Plus automated transmission without the pressure sales tactics? Eaton has launched a virtual spokesperson to educate customers on the benefits of the product line, completely over...

Old Dominion Detroit Service Center to expand Canadian gateway

TROY, Michigan--Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is expanding its service into Canada with the relocation and expansion of its Detroit Service Center.

Cummins gets Newsweek first place ranking for green processes and procedures

COLUMBUS, Ind.-- Engine maker Cummins Inc. announced it has been ranked #1 among industrial companies in the US in Newsweek’s 2012 Green Rankings of businesses.

Trailer orders strong in September: ACT Research

COLUMBUS, Ind. -- Net orders for new trailers jumped 11% month-over-month in September, according to the latest State of the Industry: US Trailers report, published by ACT Research.

COMPETITION WATCH: Bison wins Chamber of Commerce award

WINNIPEG, Man. -- Bison Transport has received an award as Outstanding Large Business from the Manitoba Chamber of Commerce.

NATURAL GAS: Driver concerns about safety put to rest

HOUSTON, Texas -- When Saddle Creek Transportation brought together drivers to introduce them to the company’s new fleet of natural gas trucks, director of transportation John Erwin stood at the back of the room where he could hear the...

OOIDA to throw big bash for 40th birthday

GRAIN VALLEY, Mo. -- The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) is throwing a party to celebrate its 40th birthday. And you’re invited.

CUSTOMER CORNER: LCBO’s Nick Nanos on transportation priorities for 2013

Editorial director Lou Smyrlis recently conducted a lengthy interview with Nick Nanos, director, traffic, customs & Toronto logistics operations, LCBO. Here is what Nanos had to say about LCBO’s transportation priorities for 2013 and...