TransCore’s North American Freight Index records highest December freight volumes since 2005

PORTLAND, Ore -- TransCore's  North American Freight Index in December climbed 11 percent compared to December 2010 on the spot market, marking the second highest freight volume for December since 2005.

Government group hopes to cut red tape for Canadian businesses

OTTAWA, Ont. -- The Red Tape Commission, a government group working to cut red tape for businesses, has issued its final report: "Cutting Red Tape; Freeing Business to Grow."

Bendix’s EverSure spring brake enjoys double-digit sales growth

ELYRIA, Ohio -- Sales of Bendix's EverSure spring brake have increased by double digits a year after the product's introduction, the company announced.

Allison launches new 1350 transmission

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. -- Allison Transmission has released its 1350 model, a new 1000 Series option with a towing capacity of up to 30,000 lbs. Previously, the maximum Gross Combination Weight approved in the Allison 1000 Series was 26,000 lbs.

Kenworth introduces hands-free communication system

KIRKLAND, Wash. -- In an effort to reduce distracted driving and comply with hands-free calling legislation for drivers in both Canada and the US, Kenworth has announced the introduction of its NavPlus multi-function communication system.

Bendix offering Brake Training Schools in Ontario, Quebec

ELYRIA, Ohio -- Bendix will be offering its comprehensive 2012 Brake Training School three times this year in Canada.

MTI, Marmicmon partner to help B.C. fleets recruit drivers from abroad

CASTLEGAR, B.C. -- With B.C.'s recent decision to open its provincial nominee program (PNP) to long-haul truck drivers, training institution Mountain Transport Institute (MTI) has launched a new program to pre-screen prospective hires before...

Environmental assessments begin for new St. Lawrence crossing

MONTREAL, Que. -- The federal government has launched the environmental assessment phase of construction of a new bridge over the St. Lawrence River in Montreal.

Humane livestock transport highlighted in new video

TORONTO, Ont. -- The Ontario Trucking Association's Livestock Transporters' Division has produced a video that showcases the industry's commitment to transporting livestock in a safe and humane manner.

Detroit Diesel delivers 100,000th DD engine

TEXARKANA, Ark. -- Southern Refrigerated Transport has received delivery of Detroit Diesel's 100,000th engine built under the DD platform

Fleet Brake to acquire Page Brake Warehouse

CALGARY, Alta. -- Calgary-based Fleet Brake has announced it is moving into the US market with the acquisition of Page Brake Warehouse.

Hino earns top marks in J.D. Power and Associates studies

NOVI, Mich. -- Hino has announced it finished tops in J.D. Power and Associates' rankings for medium-duty truck and engine customer satisfaction.

Class 8 truck orders bounce back in December

COLUMBUS, Ind. - ACT Research has reported strong Class 8 truck orders in December, which when seasonally adjusted, amount to the best month since April.

COMPETITION WATCH: TransForce director steps down

MONTREAL, Que. -- TransForce has announced H. John Stollery has resigned from the company's board of directors.

Link Suspensions improves offer to acquire Raydan

EDMONTON, Alta. -- Link Suspensions has upped its offer for Raydan Manufacturing by $327,059, paving the way for a deal to acquire the suspension manufacturer.