Freightliner maintains optimism despite slowing truck demand

NAPA VALLEY, Cali. -- Freightliner officials speaking at a recent press event to herald the arrival of the new Detroit DT12 transmission, admitted Class 8 order activity has slowed beyond expectations, but insisted they maintain an optimistic...

AMTA meets with transport minister to discuss natural gas, wide-base tires

EDMONTON, Alta. -- The Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) recently met with provincial Transport Minister Ric McIver, to discuss key issues including the use of wide-base single tires and natural gas-powered tractors.

COMPETITION WATCH: Contrans reports record second quarter

WOODSTOCK, Ont. -- Contrans Group set a new record for profitability in the second quarter, the company announced.

PeopleNet presents Contrans with innovation award

BOCA RATON, Fla. -- Contrans Group has been recognized by PeopleNet as a 2012 Innovator of the Year.

Mega deals drive global transportation & logistics deal activity: PwC US

NEW YORK, NY -- Deal flows in the transportation and logistics industry were robust during the second quarter of 2012, driven by mega deals in the transportation infrastructure sector,  according to Intersections, a quarterly analysis of...

TransCore integrates Loadlink system with upgraded dispatch application

TORONTO -- TransCore Link Logistics has completed the integration of its Canadian freight matching system with Linkdispatch in the latest release of its dispatching application. TransCore officials say it is the first integration of its kind...

Mack introduces suite of ‘driver-focused’ enhancements for Pinnacle series

GREENSBORO, N.C. -- Mack Trucks has unveiled a suite of driver-focused enhancements for its Mack Pinnacle highway models designed to improve comfort and productivity.

Truxpo trade show rolling into B.C. next month

ABBOTSFORD, B.C. -- Truxpo is rolling into the Tradex centre in Abbotsford, B.C. Sept. 20-22. One of Canada’s largest shows, the event will feature the latest in commercial truck and transportation equipment.

Trucking conditions continue downward trend in June: FTR report

NASHVILLE, Ind. -- Trucking conditions continued their downward trend in June, declining a half point from May to a reading of 4.5, according to FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index.

PeopleNet introduces management app for iPad, iPhone and Android devices

BOCA RATON, Fla., -- PeopleNethas introduced a management app that provides critical event alerts to smart devices within seconds based on data from multiple sources. 

PeopleNet announces full software integration with commercial-grade handheld devices

BOCA RATON, Fla. -- PeopleNet has announced the availability of software on commercial-grade handheld devices to meet the market’s need for point-of-work management throughout the supply chain, from pick-up to the customer’s...

Freightliner launches online community to assist owner/operators

NAPA VALLEY, Calif. -- Freightliner has created a new online community aimed at educating owner/operators on how to improve their bottom lines.

COMPETITION WATCH: U.S. Xpress and Maritime-Ontario announce North American shipping partnership

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – U.S. Xpress Enterprises and Maritime-Ontario Freight Lines Limited are partnering to launch a cross-border North American shipping solution.

All Ontario Transport’s Stuart Sinclair dies

TORONTO, Ont. -- All Ontario Transport’s Stuart Sinclair has died, according to an announcement from the Toronto Trucking Association (TTA). Sinclair, aged 60, passed away peacefully at Mackenzie Health Aug. 1, according to the TTA.

COMPETITION WATCH: Trimac revenue, profits both up in Q2

CALGARY, Alta. -- Trimac Transportation’s consolidated revenue, including fuel surcharges, was up $3.7 million – or 4.5% - in the second quarter ended June 30. Officials say the increase was the result of incremental revenues earned...