UPDATED: Truck insurance review underway

The Ontario Trucking Association (OTA) believes some fleets may be misrepresenting themselves when applying for Facility Association insurance. TORONTO, Ont. — A national review by Facility Association – an insurer…

Navistar launches hotline for International dealers

LISLE, Ill. – Navistar has enhanced its dealer resources by launching an engineering hotline. The hotline will provide International dealers with direct, rapid access to the product experts who designed…

U.S. imposes lifetime ban on commercial drivers convicted of human trafficking

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation has permanently banned drivers convicted of human trafficking from operating a commercial motor vehicle (CMV). The ruling was issued by the Federal Motor…

Simulators, VR systems enhance driver training

BEAMSVILLE, Ont. – The developers at iMVR Canada live in a world that straddles the virtual and reality. Their work spaces overlook actual tractor-trailers pulling through a local truck stop; the trucks on their computer screens travel no further than a hard drive. There is a clear connection between the two worlds, though.

Eaton extends warranty for aftermarket clutches

GALESBURG, Mich. — Power management company Eaton said Monday it is extending the manufacturer warranty periods for its aftermarket clutches. The Advantage Self-Adjust and Easy Pedal Advantage clutch standard warranties…

U.S. trucking conditions weaken in May

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Trucking conditions in the U.S. weakened further in May, falling back nearly two points to a new reading of -2.3, FTR Trucking Conditions Index revealed Monday. The…

Continental renames longhaul tire

FORT MILL, S.C. – Continental has renamed its longhaul tire for improved clarity. Conti Hybrid HS3 will be available under the new name, Conti HSL 3, as of this month,…

Atwal promoted to EVP at TFI

Kal Atwal, executive vice-president MONTREAL, Que. – Kal Atwal will oversee TFI International’s final mile activities in the U.S., in an expanded role as executive vice-president. He remains president of…

Vision, Enbridge team up to promote CNG trucks

One of the tractors being offered for rent by Vision Truck Group. TORONTO, Ont. – Vision Truck Group and Enbridge Gas are teaming up to rent natural gas vehicles, offering…

Annual blitz targets speeding this week

GREENBELT, Md. – Law enforcement teams are placing a particular focus on speeding this week as the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) recognizes Operation Safe Driver Week from July 14-20.

Ontario truck driver tickled pink at Iowa 80

WALCOTT, Iowa – You could say that Eva Knelsen was tickled pink to attend the 40th annual Iowa 80 Truckers Jamboree.

Petro-Canada testing 0W20 engine oil

TORONTO, Ont. – Petro-Canada Lubricants is actively exploring the limits of heavy-duty engine oil, and early tests with a 0W20 prototype are just the beginning. “We’ve got these oils…

Premiers reaffirm commitment to MELT program

SASKATOON, Sask. – Canada’s premiers have reaffirmed their commitment to adopting a minimum national entry-level training standard for truck drivers by 2021. The announcement came at their meeting in Saskatoon…

How to prevent wheel fires

Wheel fires can be caused by brake, bearing, and tire problems. And they’re all avoidable. Wheel end fires, while uncommon, are not rare. They usually make the papers and the…

Trucks bring the roar to the Honda Indy

TORONTO, Ont. – The Honda Indy brings a chest-rumbling roar to Toronto’s lakeshore this weekend, as IndyCar drivers like Canada’s James Hinchcliffe take to the streets in open-wheeled monsters that boast top speeds of close to 370 km/h. But the specialized equipment isn't limited to the cars.