Polara, Cleo reposition after merger with focus on smart charging, grid savings

Polara and Cleo, two Quebec-based electric vehicle (EV) charging services providers, have clarified their roles and repositioned their offerings following last summer’s merger. According to a news release, Polara…

Help Your Drivers Become True Owner-Operators

Carriers are facing enormous financial pressure to maintain profitability in the wake of evolving economic conditions and escalating costs. These conditions hinder the ability of carriers to invest in new equipment and pursue new business opportunities. Sponsored by PowerLease.

‘Can’t just flip a switch’: Rerouting supply chains amid tariffs poses major hurdles

The notion that Canadian companies can simply switch supply chains in response to American tariffs is a fantasy, experts say. With 25% duties levied on some Canadian goods and the…

Caledon, Ont. secures several convictions against illegal trucking operations

An Ontario town has successfully secured several convictions for illegal trucking operations since June 2024, resulting in more than $330,000 in fines. These efforts show the…

Dispatcher’s persistence pays off with lottery win

Persistence playing the lottery has paid off for a dispatcher in Ontario. Damien Bradley of Waterloo won a Lotto 6/49 second prize worth $68,388.50 in the Feb. 22 draw. Bradley…

Thunder Bay inspection station staffing remains mystery to public

Whether the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) plans to install any permanent staffers this year at its new Highway 11-17 truck inspection station just east of Thunder Bay remains to be…

SAF-Holland buys Gunite slack adjuster brand

SAF-Holland has purchased the Gunite slack adjuster brand from Accuride Corp. The company says acquiring Gunite allows it to expand its brake product portfolio. (Photo: Gunite) “We are thrilled…

Six insights from TCA’s large carriers panel

Three major fleet leaders — including Canada’s TFI International — offered a look at how large carriers navigate economic uncertainty, build resilience, and plan for the future during the Truckload…

Alberta eyes Red Seal certification as it rolls out learning pathway for new truck drivers

Targeting Red Seal certification in the future, Alberta is mandating from April 1, that all aspiring truckers complete Class 1 driver’s licence training through its learning pathway. The pathway was…

Look at downtime, breakdowns, inventory turnover for maintenance benchmarking

Downtime, parts availability, and technician turnover continue to challenge fleet maintenance programs, but carriers are turning to benchmarking, training, and better communication to improve performance across operations. That was the…

Trucking Announcements: Stahl passes away; Grote Industries promotes Cammack

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable events, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, we are saddened to announce that Greg Stahl, chairman of the Motor Dealers Association of Alberta and…

Guide: What AI Can Do for Your Fleet 

ISAAC Analytics turns fleet data into real answers—so you save time, cut costs, and improve safety. This guide shows you how to skip the endless reports and get straight to the insights that help you make decisions that count. Sponsored by ISAAC.

Registration opens for 2025 Central Ontario regional truck driving championships

Registration is now open for the 2025 Central Ontario Regional Truck Driving Championships, set to take place Saturday, June 14 at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium. The event provides truck drivers…

Nominations open for 2025 TCA Safety Professional of the Year

The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has opened nominations for its Safety Professional of the Year Award, recognizing an individual whose leadership and dedication have helped raise the bar for safety…

Mack Trucks opens 2026 calendar contest for working Bulldogs

Mack Trucks is now accepting entries for its 2026 calendar contest, continuing its annual tradition of showcasing customer-owned trucks in revenue operation across North America. Twelve trucks will be selected…