STA submits wish list for highway upgrades

REGINA, Sask. – The Saskatchewan Trucking Association (STA) has submitted its wish list for infrastructure projects in the hopes the federal government recognizes the need for highway upgrades in the…

PMTC to host seminar in Nova Scotia

MILTON, Ont. –– The Private Motor Truck Council of Canada (PMTC) announced today that it will be hosting its next regional seminar as part of its series of cross country…

New Ambassador Bridge good for trade: CTA

OTTAWA, ON - The Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) applauded the Canadian government for issuing the permits required for the Ambassador Bridge expansion project to continue. The Detroit International Bridge Company, building a privately-funded six-lane crossing to replace the current, 87-year-old, Ambassador Bridge, announced the granting of the permits earlier this week. The current bridge will come down once the new one is in place.

Investors approve Knight-Swift deal

PHOENIX, AZ - A merger to create the biggest truckload fleet in North America has been approved by stockholders. A special meeting of Knight Transportation stock holders, held yesterday, approved the merger of the company with Swift Transportation Company that was announced in April.

Atlantic educational session handles hot topics

TURO, NS - The Private Motor Truck Council of Canada (PMTC) is bringing its half-day cross-country educational sessions to Atlantic Canada. Partnering with Trucking Human Resources Sector Council Atlantic, the group will be hosting the regional session as part of its educational tour of the country, Oct. 12.

Volvo’s North American truck market outlook improves

GREENSBORO, N.C. – Volvo has increased its outlook for the North American Class 8 truck market, now projecting demand for 225,000 trucks this year, with stronger orders coming in the…

CTA welcomes news of Canada granting permit for Ambassador Bridge expansion

TORONTO, Ont. — The Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) were happy to hear that Canada gave the green light to the Detroit International Bridge Company to expand the Ambassador Bridge yesterday.

Details of Ontario’s Green Commercial Vehicle Program revealed

TORONTO, Ont. — The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has revealed details of the Green Commercial Vehicle Program (GCVP) today. The GCVP was announced under the Ontario Climate Change Action plan…

Canada grants final permits for Ambassador Bridge expansion

WINDSOR, Ont. — Canada has issued its final permit for the Ambassador Bridge expansion. According the to the Detroit International Bridge company, the permit allows it to proceed with the…

East Coast International opens new Nova Scotia location

MILLBROOK, N.S. – East Coast International has officially opened its Millbrook, Nova Scotia location. The new building is 17,000 sq-ft and during its grand opening on Sept. 7, customer will…

Vipar Heavy Duty, Meritor announce long-term agreement

CRYSTAL LAKE, Ill. –  VIPAR Heavy Duty and Meritor announced recently that they have entered a long-term agreement, where Vipar will offer a portfolio of Meritor products through its network and…

ATA supports rejection of ELD implementation delay

ARLINGTON, Va. – The American Trucking Associations (ATA) applauded the House of Representatives on Sept. 6 for rejecting an 11th hour effort to delay implementation of the electronic logging device (ELD)…

Run on Less tour begins

NEW YORK, NY - The Run on Less tour that will see seven freight-hauling trucks participate in a three-week test of fuel efficiency is underway.

6 ways to appreciate drivers: CarriersEdge

MARKHAM, ON - Fleets are celebrating National Trucking Week with everything from barbecues to giveaways, but CarriersEdge says that those who show appreciation throughout the year will improve driver recruiting and retention.

Vipar, Meritor ink distribution deal

CRYSTAL LAKE, IL - Meritor and Vipar Heavy Duty have signed a new long-term agreement that will see Vipar offer a growing portfolio of Meritor products.