Mexico’s trucking industry a world apart

BANFF, AB - Mexico has clearly realized the benefits of the North American Free Trade Agreement. The southernmost member of the trading block is now Canada's third-largest trading partner, behind only the U.S. and China. "It has been good to us. It has been good to our economy," says Rogelio F. Montemayor Morineau, president of the 5,000-member Canacar - Mexico's national trucking association, referring to the trade deal. It has clearly played a role in the Canadian economy, too.

Richie Bros. sells $184 million of equipment in Edmonton

EDMONTON, AB - Attracting 13,800 bidders from over 60 countries around the globe, Richie Bros. Edmonton auction held in April managed to sell 8,650 items for a combined CAD $184 million (US 134+ million).

Industry faces time of change: Laskowski

BANFF, AB - From discussions about driver training to negotiations around the North American Free Trade Agreement, Canada's trucking industry is facing a time of significant change. And the Canadian Trucking Alliance is in the midst of it all.

Fully autonomous vehicles still years away: panel

BANFF, AB - Announcements about various advances in autonomous vehicles are coming fast and furious. Demonstrations have been held on tracks and highways alike. In its latest budget, Ontario even committed $80 million over five years to create an Autonomous Vehicle Innovation Network. Just don't expect driverless trucks to be a reality anytime soon.

Wait and see approach to NAFTA for Mexico’s trucking association president

BANFF, Alta. – In the face of increasing trade between Canada and Mexico, Rogelio F. Montemayor-Morineau, president of Canacar, Mexico’s trucking association, said he would take a wait and see…

Transportation in midst of “significant shift”: Alberta MLA

BANFF, AB - Canada's trucking industry is on the "edge of a significant shift in transportation technology", Alberta MLA Cam Westhead says. And members of the Alberta Motor Transport Association are playing a part in it.

Several industry issues on Alberta government’s radar

BANFF, Alta. – The Government of Alberta has a full plate when it comes to how to best move forward with several issues facing the province’s trucking industry. Shaun Hammond,…

Transportation industry changing fast, says MLA Westhead

BANFF, Alta. – Cameron Westhead, Alberta MLA for Banff-Cochrane, says the transportation industry is on the brink of some major changes. “We are now standing on the edge of a…

Ontario unveils 2017 budget

TORONTO, Ont. — The 2017 Ontario Budget released this week followed through on a lot of commitments the government made last year. The budget established a Long-Term Infrastructure Plan and…

Ontario government unveils 2017 budget

TORONTO, ON - Investment in a long-term infrastructure plan and research and development for autonomous vehicles has been announced as part of the Ontario Liberal's 2017 provincial budget.

Total cost of ground transportation climbed 1.2% in February

MISSISSAUGA, ON - The total cost of ground transportation for Canadian Shippers increased by 1.2% in February when compared to January according to results published by the Canadian General Freight Index.

Western Star adds new options, 25-ton XD OffRoad hauler

PHOENIX, Ariz. — Western Star has added a new 25-ton hauler to its XD OffRoad line of equipment, aimed at smaller off-road applications, such as construction, mining, and quarry site…

At 50, Western Star just getting started

From humble Canadian roots, Western Star celebrates 50 years in business

Total costs increase in February

TORONTO, Ont. — Results published today by the Canadian General Freight Index (CGFI) show the total cost of ground transportation for Canadian shippers increased by 1.2% in February, as compared with…

Second annual Canadian Salute to Women Behind the Wheel set for June 10

MONCTON, N.B. — The second annual Canadian Salute to Women Behind the Wheel is set and scheduled. The salute is set to take place this year at the Atlantic Truck…