UPDATED: MacKinnon Transport files NOI; Contrans COO says it’s “premature” to discuss van line acquisition

GUELPH, Ont. -- Trucknews.com has learned MacKinnon Transport has filed a Notice of Intention (NOI) under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act in order to restructure the company.

BREAKING NEWS: MacKinnon Transport files NOI; Laidlaw to take over van line

GUELPH, Ont. -- Trucknews.com has learned MacKinnon Transport has filed a Notice of Intention (NOI) under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act in order to restructure the company.

Driver who led police on long-distance truck chase given lifetime ban

MILTON, Ont. -- The trucking industry wanted to see a punishment with some teeth handed down to the cargo thief who stole a load and led police on a televised, long-distance chase Oct. 31.

OTA urges government to continue funding trucking-friendly programs

TORONTO, Ont. -- The Ontario Trucking Association is calling for the government to stay the course with funding on several initiatives ahead of next year's budget.

NTSB wants complete ban of personal electronic devices while driving

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is calling for a nationwide ban on the use of personal electronic devices (PEDs), including hands-free cell phones, while operating a motor vehicle.

Universal Truck and Trailer adds second N.B. service location

QUISPAMSIS, N.B. -- Great Dane is expanding its Universal Truck and Trailer (UT&T) brand with the opening of its second full-service location in New Brunswick.

Hino’s Woodstock plant ISO 14001-certified

WOODSTOCK, Ont. -- Hino Motors Canada has announced its manufacturing facility in Woodstock, Ont. is now ISO 14001-2004-registered.

Capacity touts expanded dealer network, quick turnaround times

LONGVIEW, Texas -- Shunt truck manufacturer Capacity of Texas says it has strengthened its global dealer network and recently landed orders for more than 500 terminal trucks.

‘Mildly pessimistic’ commercial vehicle forecast unchanged: ACT Research

COLUMBUS, Ind. -- ACT Research is maintaining its mildly pessimistic outlook for the US economy, according to the December issue of the ACT North American Commercial Vehicle Outlook.

Turnover rate for truckload drivers rises for fourth straight quarter: ATA

ARLINGTON, Va. -- The turnover rate for truckload drivers at large fleets rose to 89% in the third quarter, the fourth straight quarterly increase, according to the American Trucking Associations. The large fleet truckload turnover rate is an...

Volvo offering Bluetooth as standard equipment in VN, VHD models

GREENSBORO, N.C. -- Volvo Trucks North America is now offering its Bluetooth-equipped radio as standard equipment on all VN and VHD models. "Mobile devices are valuable business tools for professional drivers, but we also recognize the need to...

Increase in truck crash fatalities not indicative of safety trend: ATA

ARLINGTON, Va. -- The US Department of Transportation's recently released overview of motor vehicle crashes in 2010 found an 8.7% increase in fatal crashes involving large trucks last year compared with 2009. However, American Trucking...

Kenworth Maska wins top dealer award

SAINT-HYACINTHE, Que. -- Kenworth Maska has been named the top-selling dealer in the Allison Dealer Advantage Program. The dealer was awarded at a ceremony at its dealership in Saint-Hyacinthe Dec. 8 for "achieving the highest number of...

Saskatchewan dealer nominated for ATD’s Truck Dealer of Year award

MCLEAN, Va. -- Custom Truck Sales president Brent Leach has been nominated for Truck Dealer of the Year by the American Truck Dealers (ATD).  The winner will be announced at the 49th annual ATD Convention and Expo in Las Vegas Feb. 4.

APTA doles out accolades at annual awards banquet

DIEPPE, N.B. -- The Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association has recognized individuals making outstanding contributions to Atlantic Canada's trucking industry at its annual awards banquet in Moncton, N.B. Dec. 8.