Simard Suspensions plans to build new $10M plant in Quebec

Simard Suspensions announced it’s constructing a new manufacturing plant in the Saint-Urbain industrial park in the Charlevoix region of Quebec. Construction on the $10-million plant will begin later this year,…

DTNA rolls out 850,000th truck at Cleveland facility

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) has produced its 850,000th truck at its Cleveland, N.C., manufacturing plant. The milestone vehicle – a Western Star 47X – was delivered to Alamo Group. The…

ArcBest test shows Tesla Semi performed ‘generally’ as well as a diesel

ArcBest has completed a pilot program testing a Tesla Semi, and concluded that it performed “generally” as well as a diesel truck and was liked by drivers, but challenges remain…

Cenntro developing second-gen hydrogen fuel-cell-electric Class 8 truck

Electric commercial vehicle company Cenntro announced the development of its second-generation hydrogen fuel cell Class 8 semi-tractor, the BM860H. The vehicle has received certification from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,…

Eberspaecher Group turns 160, continues to broaden technological offerings

The Eberspaecher Group turns 160 years old July 9, but feels its best years are still ahead. “As a technology-driven company, we offer a broad product portfolio. This includes every…

Pulse Survey: Readers speak out on insurance costs

Commercial insurance premiums remain one of the most pressing cost burdens for the trucking industry, with 84% of our surveyed readers reporting increases in the past…

Flash Freight opens first U.S. warehouse, launches LTL service to Ontario

Arris, Ont.-based Flash Freight Systems has expanded into the U.S. logistics market with the opening of a third-party warehousing facility in Spartanburg, S.C., and the launch of a daily less-than-truckload…

Big Beautiful Bill would’ve been more beautiful if truckers were to receive overtime pay: OOIDA

The U.S. trucking industry lauded the passage in Congress of President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill, but it’s a little less beautiful to truckers who won’t benefit from the elimination…

How a National Truck Repair Directory Is Helping Drivers Minimize Downtime and Maximize Trust

In the world of trucking, downtime is money lost. When a truck breaks down—whether on a remote highway or just outside a distribution hub—drivers and fleet managers need…

Big Rig Wraps sold to new owners

Big Rig Wraps has changed ownership, with Anthony Ranaweera and Minoli Silva purchasing the company from founder and CEO, Angela Baltkois, who plans to semi-retire. The new owners, she says,…

Canada not affected by Trump’s looming deadline for trade deals

U.S. President Donald Trump says he will be sending letters to countries around the world today as he seeks trade deals — but Canada is not being affected by Wednesday’s…

Trucking Announcements: Vipar’s new VP, business development, NATSO names CEO, promotion at KAG Canada

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable events, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, Joe Meyer has been promoted to vice-president of business development at Vipar Heavy Duty, and National Association…

Telematics, transparency can help control your insurance costs

With repair costs on the rise, skilled labor in short supply, and nuclear verdicts increasing, commercial auto insurance is becoming more expensive and harder to manage. But…

Incremental successes help Arrow Transportation Systems strike sustainability targets

Arrow Transportation Systems is banking on incremental successes and achievable goals to drive its sustainability targets. The Kamloops, B.C.-based bulk commodity hauler is focused on reducing emissions, according to Jacob…

Trimac appoints Simon as vice-president of sales

Trimac has welcomed Stephanie Simon as its new vice-president of sales, effective June 23. In her new role, Simon will report to the company’s chief revenue officer and lead…