US awards $61.7M to expand truck parking in four states

The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded $61.7 million in grants to expand truck parking capacity in Illinois, Kentucky, Mississippi and Wyoming, addressing one of the trucking industry’s most…

How a B.C. resident allegedly helped coordinate cross-border drug shipments, evaded deportation

Court and immigration board records show that a British Columbia suspect indicted by U.S. authorities over alleged international organized crime was previously convicted of cross-border drug smuggling in the…

A.D. Transport equips 1,050 new trailers with factory-installed Phillips Connect technology

A.D. Transport Express has equipped 1,050 newly built trailers with factory-installed Phillips Connect trailer intelligence technology, allowing the equipment to begin generating operational data before it even arrives at…

CVSA’s Operation Safe Driver Week to focus on careless driving

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance said its annual Operation Safe Driver Week will take place from July 12-18.  During the week, commercial motor vehicle drivers and passenger vehicle…

Legitimate owner-operators may be caught in CRA’s crackdown on personal service businesses

A tax specialist who represents owner-operators says Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) may be incorrectly classifying legitimate trucking owner-operators as personal service businesses (PSBs), potentially exposing them to massive tax…

Canada says there’s no basis for Trump’s forced labor tariffs

The Canadian government told the Trump administration that new legislation combating forced labor in supply chains should shield Canada from new tariffs. In a written submission to the…

Volvo’s newest trucks hit the virtual highway in American Truck Simulator

If you’ve ever wanted to climb behind the wheel of Volvo’s newest trucks without leaving your desk, now’s your chance. Volvo’s all-new VNL and VNR Electric have officially…

Ontario judge rejects $2.2M in lien claims tied to Trans Emerge receivership

An Ontario Superior Court judge has dismissed more than $2.2 million in repair and storage lien claims against trucks formerly operated by Trans Emerge Transport, finding the claimant failed…

68 kilos of cocaine seized from semi-truck in Tennessee drug operation

A joint federal, state, and local investigation has led to the seizure of 68 kilograms of cocaine that authorities say was being transported in a tractor-trailer from Texas to…

Operation Hard Ball probe alleges longhaul trucks used in cross-border drug trafficking

Federal prosecutors allege an international organized crime network used longhaul commercial trucks to move hundreds of kilograms of cocaine and methamphetamine from Southern California into Canada as part of…

Pilot expands its network adding travel centers, truck parking

Pilot has expanded its travel center network with two new locations and upgrades to 18 existing sites across North America during the first half of 2026. New travel…

Fuel Purchasing Alliance targets lower fuel costs for small fleets

A new purchasing alliance is aiming to help small and mid-sized trucking fleets reduce one of their biggest operating expenses by giving them access to fuel pricing typically available…

Many Canadian manufacturers eyeing US move as trade tensions take a toll: KPMG

A new survey shows trade tensions have some Canadian manufacturers deciding to move production south of the border or delay capital investments. KPMG Canada said on Tuesday that…

Consolidated Fastfrate founder Don Freeman dies at 89

Donald “Don” Freeman, founder of Consolidated Fastfrate and a pioneer in Canadian trucking passed away on June 26. He was 89 years old. Freeman was born in…

Samsara’s AI strategy focuses on proactive driver coaching to prevent collisions

Artificial intelligence continues to be at the center Samsara’s approach to fleet safety. However, it is not just because AI it can just detect more risky driving events, but…