BCTA program helps slash 301.8 million kg of CO2 emissions from continent

The B.C. Trucking Association’s (BCTA) CleanBC Heavy-duty Vehicle Efficiency (HDVE) program has since 2019 helped eliminate 301.8 million kilograms of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions in North America, including 210…

Carriers recruiting pick of driver crop amid sluggish conditions  

Putting people first and setting them up for success with opportunities and training helps Challenger Motor Freight recruit and retain drivers. Word of mouth endorsement of how you treat…

Trucking Announcements: New hires at Attrix, TCA; Sabol’s promotion at East Manufacturing

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, Attrix hired Milie Perreault-Favreau as vice-president of sales and partner relations, and Mark Sabol has…

Vicinity Motor appoints Phillips as president

Vicinity Motor, Aldergrove, B.C.-based electric vehicle manufacturer appointed Brent Phillips as president.  (Photo: LinkedIn) He joined Vicinity in 2021 as senior director of sales, and earlier this year he was promoted to…

Nikola sees great potential for hydrogen fuel-cell-electric trucks in Canada

Canada has emerged as one of the most promising markets for hydrogen-fueled Class 8 trucks, representatives from Nikola said during the VIP breakfast at Truck World. “I’ve been…

Consider compromises, low-tech options when optimizing fuel economy

Fleets today have more tools than ever at their fingertips to optimize the performance of their vehicles. When Johan Agebrand, director of product marketing for Volvo Trucks North America…

Near Zero: Natural gas can help fleets meet decarbonization objectives

As the trucking industry embarks on its transition to zero emissions, there are readily available and easy to implement technologies that can get it close to that target.

Volvo introduces new VNL to Canadian market at Truck World

Visitors to Truck World were greeted by the all-new Volvo VNL, the industry’s latest Class 8 truck to be launched. “This truck is not just a facelift,” Johan…

Planning, education enable fleet electrification

The integration of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) into fleets demands meticulous planning and education. Research, infrastructure planning, data-driven decision-making and education are essential for identifying suitable vehicles and routes for…

Quebec’s Nordic Refrigeration wins Carrier Transicold award

Nordic Refrigeration in Ville St. Laurent, Que., was named one of the three recipients of Carrier Transicold’s Extra Mile Award for its exemplary customer service. Carrier Transicold of Salt…

Nova Permits buys Ont.-based Secure Specialize

Nova Permits announced the acquisition of Secure Specialized with the integration of its assets, services and operations. Clifford, Ont.-based Secure Specialize has been providing routing, logistics, and pilot…

More than 1 million Freightliner Cascadias sold

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) has now sold 1 million Freightliner Cascadias. “With our flagship Cascadia, our commitment to making a safer, cleaner, and more cost-efficient solution for…

More than 100 Navistar dealers authorized to sell and support EVs

Navistar now has more than 100 dealers authorized to sell and support electric vehicles. That represents more than 30% of its dealer locations, covering 41 states and seven…

Higher electrification potential for rural, short-haul runs: Geotab report

While half of Canadian commercial vehicles are electric vehicles (EV)-suitable, electrification is more feasible in rural areas with fleets operating vehicles travelling within 200 miles, a range of electric…

PacLease names Kenworth Ontario PacLease Canadian franchise of the year

Toronto-headquartered Kenworth Ontario PacLease was named as PacLease’s 2023 Canadian franchise of the year.  With eight locations across the country, Kenworth Ontario PacLease is PacLease’s largest franchise in Canada, said Ken…