How will insurers respond to autonomous trucks?

Highly autonomous trucks are beginning to roll out on specific U.S. routes, but the advancing technologies leave insurers with a new challenge. How do they adjust insurance policies to cover…

B.C. police asking Interpol to help track down convicted truck driver

Police in British Columbia are asking Interpol to post a red notice for the arrest and return of a Surrey man who escaped to India after being convicted of smuggling…

Electric drayage vehicles, terminal tractors can make intermodal cleaner shipping option

A new report from the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) highlights opportunities to slash transportation emissions through the increased use of intermodal. Supplementing rail with zero-emission drayage vehicles…

More investment needed to meet electric truck charging requirements

Canada’s ambitious timelines to decarbonize the nation’s medium- and heavy-duty trucks is achievable, but will require the fast deployment of charging infrastructure and much more investment than has been allocated…

APTA seeks consistent training as MELT rolls into Atlantic Canada

The Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association (APTA) says the Newfoundland and Labrador government is trying to sneak in a mandatory entry-level training (MELT) program for new truck drivers. The province announced…

Fleets spending more on safety: ATA

The U.S. trucking industry spent US$14 billion on safety-related technology and training, according to a study by the American Trucking Associations (ATA). That was up more than 40% since the…

Mullen Group’s 2024 business plan reflects resilient economy

Mullen Group had outlined its 2024 business plan which will see it make $80 million in capital investments, including $10 million that will be spent on sustainability and emissions reductions.

CTA crowns Knowles 2023 National Driver of the Year

Darcy Knowles of Alchemist Specialty Carriers based in Langley, B.C., has been named 2023 National Driver of the Year by the Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) and Volvo Trucks Canada. The…

Fastfrate expands Halifax warehouse

Fastfrate has expanded its Halifax warehouse, adding 70,000 square feet of space and enhancing capacity to 130,000 square feet. The facility is staffed by 120 employees and provides services that…

Economic Trucking Trends: Class 8 orders remain strong, dry van rates lead spot market gains

The latest Class 8 orders suggest fleets are still confidently placing orders despite weak freight conditions and overcapacity in the market, with ACT Research characterizing the truck market as “solid,…

Trucking announcements: Great Dane hires EVP of strategy, Charbonneau leaves CargoM

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. While Great Dane welcomed a strategy executive and Torc Robotics appointed a chief information security officer, CargoM’s general director…

TTC hosts 108th annual gala dinner, awards scholarships and elects new board members

The Toronto Transportation Club (TTC) held its Annual General Meeting at the Metro Toronto Convention Center on Thursday. The AGM was followed by the Club’s 108th Annual Dinner and Gala. …

APTA names White driver of the year, honors industry stars

The Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association (APTA) has honored Josh Charles White with the Driver of the Year award during its annual awards dinner in Moncton, N.B. on Dec. 7. White,…

Torc Robotics teams up with Uber Freight

Torc Robotics — an independent Daimler Truck subsidiary that’s developing autonomous vehicles –announced a strategic partnership with Uber Freight. Through this agreement, Torc will leverage Uber Freight’s logistics network, representing US$18…

Lion’s battery packs receive final certification

Lion Electric has announced it has received final certification for its medium-duty battery pack, the LionBattery MD. The lithium-ion battery pack is designed to power the company’s medium-duty trucks and…