Carriers can invest in future with sustainable energy transition

If a carrier is thinking about transitioning to a sustainable energy source to drive their business forward, the time to dive into it is now. Sylvain Cabanetos, director, business development…

Bylsma takes on OTA chairman role

Mark Bylsma, president of Spring Creek Carriers based in Beamsville, Ont., has been named chairman of the Ontario Trucking Association (OTA) for a two-year term. The announcement was made at…

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Drivewyze and EZ LYNK to offer weigh station bypass to ELD users

Drivewyze has partnered with EZ LYNK to provide its PreClear weigh station bypass service to EZ LYNK’s ELD app customers, enabling streamlined…

Fleets urged to step up crash investigation practices amid rising civil litigation risks

With the increasing frequency of civil litigation following crashes — including those involving commercial vehicles — Mike Hinsperger, a seasoned investigator with more than 30 years of experience currently with…

Zero In on… Dual Fuel Truck

California-based hydrogen storage and refueling technology company Verne has unveiled what it calls the world’s first cryo-compressed hydrogen power truck at the AMTA Expo in Edmonton. The truck achieves…

Torc Robotics completes driverless trucking tests, readies for 2027 commercialization

Torc Robotics has announced the successful completion of fully autonomous product validation completed earlier this year, as it drives toward a 2027 commercial launch. The company – an independent subsidiary…

Trucking companies caught between The Rock and a hard place in Newfoundland

Trucking companies in Newfoundland have a lot on their plate besides regular operations. Drivers deal with wind gusts that sometimes exceed 100 km/h on a section of the Trans-Canada Highway…

Industry leaders insist mentorship and developing drivers’ skills key to retention

While gaps in the mandatory entry-level training (MELT) program may leave many new drivers unprepared for real-world challenges, panelists said during the annual Fleet Safety Council conference that these shortcomings…

Rand McNally rolls out AI-based Automated Event Ranking feature

Rand McNally has rolled out a new Practical AI framework within its SafetyDirect platform it says uses machine learning to measure driver and vehicle performance data.

Regulatory uncertainties loom over trucking industry as U.S. election approaches: TCA

With the upcoming U.S. presidential election, trucking industry stakeholders are bracing for potential regulatory changes that could reshape the sector, according to Dave Heller, senior vice-president of safety and government…

Trucking Announcements: Vice-president appointments at Andy Transport, 7Gen

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, Andy Transport’s Daniel Moga transitioned from company’s vice-president of business development and warehousing into the role of…

ECONOMIC TRUCKING TRENDS: ‘Cautious optimism’ returning, Q3 earnings from TFI, Mullen

Trucking conditions continue to improve, according to FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index. That’s largely driven by falling diesel prices, as freight conditions remain tough. Motive notes there is cautious optimism returning…

APTA wants Nova Scotia to commit to official implementation date for MELT

The Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association (APTA) is urging the government of Nova Scotia to commit to an official implementation date for mandatory entry-level training (MELT) under National Safety Code 16,…