OTA continues to lead pack of effective trade associations: Bradley

TORONTO, Ont. -- The Ontario Trucking Association continues to lead the pack when it comes to Canada’s most effective trade associations, says OTA and Canadian Trucking Alliance president David Bradley, citing its “strong and...

Ontario Trucking Association names new chairman, board

TORONTO, Ont. -- Jeff Bryan, president and CEO of Burford, Ont.-based Jeff Bryan Transport, has been named chairman of the Ontario Trucking Association. The announcement was made at the association’s 86th annual general meeting in Toronto...

Ten sales tips from Al

TORONTO, Ont. -- In 20 years of serving the trucking industry as founder and president of Trailcon Leasing, Al Boughton has learned a few things about sales and its evolving dynamics.

Carriers discuss evolving sales processes

TORONTO, Ont. -- Requests for proposals (RFPs), maligned by many motor carriers, are something the industry will have to get accustomed to, according to panelists at today’s Ontario Trucking Association convention.

Heavyweight retailers offer advice on how to land their business

TORONTO, Ont. -- What’s the best way to land a deal hauling freight for mega-retailer Walmart?

OTA outlines concerns with Walmart’s 60.5-ft trailer

TORONTO, Ont. -- The Ontario Trucking Association (OTA) held a meeting today to discuss Walmart’s new 60-ft. trailer and soon after, issued a statement outlying its many concerns.

Get used to slow economic growth, CIBC economist tells OTA delegates

TORONTO, Ont. -- Canadian consumers have been gorging on debt like it’s a Thanksgiving feast, and now it’s time for the after dinner nap.

Giant transformers complete journey across Manitoba roadways

WINNIPEG, Man. -- Three giant transformers have arrived at their new home at Manitoba Hydro's Riel Station after a three-night trek across provincial roadways.

Navistar makes Newsweek’s list of top 100 eco-friendly US companies

LISLE, Ill. -- For the second year in a row, Navistar has been ranked in the top 100 in Newsweek’s Green Rankings report on the most eco-friendly US companies. The report also rated Navistar as one of the nation’s top 10 companies...

Saskatchewan truckers to provide road condition info this winter

SASKATOON, Sask. -- For the second winter season in a row, Ridsdale Transport drivers will be providing road condition information as part of Saskatchewan’s Highway Hotline.

Kim Richardson to receive Queen’s Jubilee medal

CALEDONIA, Ont. -- Kim Richardson, president of KRTS Transportation Specialists, will be presented with the Queen’s Jubilee medal during a special ceremony Nov. 17.

Michigan votes down proposed delay of second Detroit-Windsor bridge

TORONTO, Ont. -- The people of Michigan have defeated a ballot proposition that would hold up construction of a second bridge at the Windsor-Detroit border crossing.

Shell Rotella, HDDC team up to offer heavy-duty technician scholarships

BURLINGTON, Ont. -- Shell Rotella and the Heavy Duty Distributor Council of Canada (HDDC) are teaming up once again to offer their Heavy Duty Technician Scholarship. The pair will award a total of $15,000 to six students pursuing accreditation...

Meritor launches Fras-le hydraulic disc brake pad program

BRAMPTON, Ont. -- Meritor's aftermarket business has begun distribution of the Fras-le “Work Truck and Fleet Disc Brake Pad Program" to its customers. The North American program includes a complete line of hydraulic disc brake pads for...

COMPETITION WATCH: Meyers acquires new warehouse, distribution facility

MISSISSAUGA, Ont. -- Meyers Transportation Services has acquired Cheektowaga N.Y.-based Meyers Distribution International (MDI).