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Class 8 truck sales continue surge
BLOOMINGTON, IN - North American Class 8 truck orders this August were 50% better than a year ago, and 14% above July totals, analysts at FTR report. "Orders were up for the third straight month, and it looks like May's 16,500 orders will be the low point for the year. Orders are expected to increase in September, leading into robust order activity in Q4," said Don Ake, FTR's vice president of commercial vehicles. The numbers are in keeping with expectations and should help to fill remaining 2017 build slots, FTR concludes. It's the best August order performance since 2014. In the past 12 months, North American Class 8 orders have reached 231,000 units.
Canada Cartage and Praxair to fight trafficking
TORONTO, ON - Canada Cartage is partnering with Praxair to help in the fight to end human trafficking and the illegal sex trade. The companies will be putting an educational program in place throughout the month of September to work with drivers and their communities across Canada to promote Truckers against Trafficking.
Ontario government seeks feedback on proposed rebates
TORONTO, ON - The Government of Ontario is seeking input on a proposed program that will provide rebates to fleets towards the purchase of alternative-fuel trucks and fuel-saving technologies. The Green Commercial Vehicle program (GCVP), a part of the Ontario Climate Change Action Plan introduced in 2016, would provide up to $170 million for electric and natural gas-powered commercial vehicles, infrastructure and temperature controlled trailer technology - as well as tractor-trailer aerodynamic devices and anti-idling devices.
New Ambassador Bridge good for trade: CTA
OTTAWA, ON - The Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) applauded the Canadian government for issuing the permits required for the Ambassador Bridge expansion project to continue. The Detroit International Bridge Company, building a privately-funded six-lane crossing to replace the current, 87-year-old, Ambassador Bridge, announced the granting of the permits earlier this week. The current bridge will come down once the new one is in place.
Investors approve Knight-Swift deal
PHOENIX, AZ - A merger to create the biggest truckload fleet in North America has been approved by stockholders. A special meeting of Knight Transportation stock holders, held yesterday, approved the merger of the company with Swift Transportation Company that was announced in April.
Atlantic educational session handles hot topics
TURO, NS - The Private Motor Truck Council of Canada (PMTC) is bringing its half-day cross-country educational sessions to Atlantic Canada. Partnering with Trucking Human Resources Sector Council Atlantic, the group will be hosting the regional session as part of its educational tour of the country, Oct. 12.
