Kodiak expands autonomous trucking into Midwest with Ohio pilot

Kodiak AI has completed an autonomous trucking program in Ohio, marking its first operational deployment outside the Southern United States and extending driverless operations into a key Midwest freight corridor.

Velocity expands Vanguard trailer availability in Southeastern US

Velocity Trailer Centers has expanded its Vanguard trailer distribution network across Tennessee, Alabama and Georgia, increasing access to dry van and refrigerated trailers in one of the fastest-growing freight regions…

Hunter named president, COO of JD Smith Logistics Solutions

JD Smith Logistics Solutions has appointed longtime executive Kent Hunter as president and chief operating officer, effective April 1. Hunter, who joined the company in 1992 as an account…

Kriska acquires Sharp Transportation, expands specialized freight capabilities

Kriska Transportation Group has acquired Cambridge, Ont.-based Sharp Transportation Systems Inc., adding temperature-controlled expertise and new customer relationships to its network. Sharp specializes in hauling temperature-sensitive freight, including medical supplies…

CTA presses Ottawa to intensify Driver Inc. enforcement

The Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) is renewing its call for federal enforcement action against illegal trucking practices, saying commitments made in Budget 2025 must now be backed by dedicated oversight…

Manual processes, supplier disruptions stall dock automation progress: C3 report

Manual workflows, supplier disruptions and implementation challenges continue to slow modernization in dock and yard operations, even as most organizations explore automation, according to a new report from Montreal-based C3…

What can trucking fleets do to hire, retain technicians?

The word shortage has become controversial in trucking, at least when discussing drivers. When it comes to technicians, there is more agreement that a shortage actually exists.  “What we’re looking…

Test Your Fleet Safety Knowledge

Take a quick survey, see how you score, and uncover new strategies to help make your fleet safer and more efficient.

PMTC marks 50 years as voice of Canada’s private fleets

The Private Motor Truck Council of Canada (PMTC) is celebrating its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of advocacy, collaboration and support for the country’s private fleet sector. Founded on Dec.

Vehicle registration stickers no longer required in New Brunswick

New Brunswick has eliminated the requirement for vehicle registration stickers as of April 1 following amendments to the Motor Vehicle Act and related regulations. Drivers must still renew their vehicle…

AXN opens larger Louisville plant, targets 100,000 axles a year

Semi-trailer axle manufacturer AXN Automotive Systems has opened a new manufacturing facility in Louisville, Ky., expanding its U.S. footprint with added production capacity, new product lines, and plans to create…

We need to adjust our thinking about air brakes

Brake adjustment might not be the greatest crisis of our time, but with all the talk of Red Seal certification, mandatory entry-level training (MELT) upgrades and driver competency generally, now…

Report compares highway infrastructure performance among US states

Virginia, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Ohio have the best-performing and most cost-effective highway infrastructure, according to the Reason Foundation. The group said in its recently released 29th…

Fleets honored for efforts on safety, security

The Transportation Security Council of the American Trucking Associations recognized several fleets and industry leaders for their dedication to safety. The President’s Trophy was presented to A. Duie Pyle (over 100…

FMCSA moves closer to launching truck parking survey

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has asked the White House’s Office of Management and Budget for approval to go forward with a new truck parking survey.  FMCSA first…