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Volvo’s first electric trucks delivered to customers
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Volvo Trucks delivered its first all-electric vehicles this week – a refuse truck to waste and recycling company Renova, and a distribution truck to the logistics company DB Schenker and partner haulier TGM, operating in Sweden. Series…
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Driving the first Level 2 autonomous new Cascadia
Level 2 autonomy supports – but doesn’t replace – the driver
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FTR: 2019 will be ‘good, strong year’
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – 2019 is panning out to be a “good strong year” for trucking. That’s according to Avery Vise, vice-president of trucking for FTR, who spoke during this month’s State of Freight webinar on Feb. 14. “Overall, our outlook…
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Angela Splinter to host Isaac Instruments’ webinar on human resources
CHAMBLY, Que. — Isaac Instruments putting on a webinar called “Modernize your HR Approach” and its host will be a familiar face. Angela Splinter, CEO of Trucking HR Canada will host the event slotted for the end of February. Splinter…
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Kriska acquires Icon Transportation
PRESCOTT, Ont. – Kriska Transportation Group has announced its acquisition of Icon Transportation Logistics (ITL) out of Puslinch, Ont. The company will continue to be led by general manager Alen Delija and its current management team. “ITL is a great…
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The challenge of finding and retaining employees in the trucking industry
CALGARY, Alta. – Recruiting and retaining employees has become complex, and today, there are several steps companies need to take if they are going to find success in the new world of human resources. “Recruitment is partially becoming a sales…
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STA partnership with NRC to provide carriers insight into efficient fuel practices
REGINA, Sask. – The Saskatchewan Trucking Association (STA) today announced its partnership with Natural Resources Canada (NRC), with the association offering a number of training opportunities to help carriers increase fuel efficiency. “Educating member companies on these programs is important…
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ATA welcomes Trump’s comments on infrastructure, trade
ARLINGTON, Va. – The American Trucking Associations (ATA) welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump’s comments on infrastructure and trade during last night’s State of the Union address. “Tonight, President Trump called for a national, bipartisan effort to restore our country’s declining…
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Titanium touts recruitment and retention success
BOLTON, Ont. – Titanium Transportation Group says it grew its driver base by 14% in 2018, while limiting driver turnover to 18.6%. In the U.S., driver turnover is often more than 90%. Titanium credits its success to establishing a culture…
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Sentencing for truck driver in Humboldt case set for March 22
MELFORT, Sask. – Sentencing for the truck driver involved in the Humboldt collision will be March 22 after the Crown and defense have issued their final submissions. Jaskirat Singh Sidhu spoke in court Jan. 31, with media reports indicating he…
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Driver David Henry becomes face of trucking for Bell Let’s Talk Campaign
TORONTO, Ont. – David Henry, truck driver for REK Express has become the latest ambassador for the popular Bell Let’s Talk Campaign that promotes mental health awareness and fights to end the stigma surrounding mental illness. The Bell Let’s Talk…
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Deadline to nominate OTA Road Knight extended, driver trainers can now apply
TORONTO, Ont. — The deadline to nominate a Road Knight for the 2019-2020 term has been extended to Friday, February 15, 2019, the Ontario Trucking Association revealed this week. As well, due to the interest from current driver trainers who…
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A full plate for 2019
AMTA highlights top issues it will advocate for in coming year
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Three Canadian fleets among Best to Drive For
MARKHAM, Ont. — The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) and CarriersEdge today announced the 2019 Best Fleets to Drive For, including three from Canada. “When it comes to working with drivers, our Top 20 Best Fleets to Drive For are North America’s…
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Nominations closing soon for TTSAO/PayBright Instructor of the Year award
HAMILTON, Ont. — The Truck Training Schools of Ontario (TTSAO) is looking for the best truck driving instructor in the province. Nominations are closing soon, on February 14, for the TTSAO/PayBright Instructor of the Year award. This new award will be…
