Roadrunner brings LTL service to Western Canada

U.S.-based Roadrunner has expanded its push into Canada, announcing cross-border LTL service to Vancouver, Calgary, and Edmonton. This follows the launch of service into Toronto and Montreal earlier this year,…

CN Rail, CPKC begin halting shipments of certain goods as strike threat looms

The country’s two main railways have started to halt shipments ahead of a potential strike or lockout next week, the first step toward a possible shutdown as the bargaining deadline…

Proper trip inspections key to preventing wheel-end fires

When Keith Fally sees news that a trailer has gone up in flames on a highway, he knows there’s a chance he’ll get called out to investigate the cause. And,…

Truckers to get parking, heated washrooms, free Wi-Fi at upgraded Hwy. 17 rest area

The Ontario government is making travel easier for truck drivers in northern Ontario by investing more than $6 million to upgrade the Batchawana Bay rest area on Highway 17 north…

Titanium’s Q2 volumes, revenues rise while margins face continued pressure

Titanium Transportation grew its Q2 volumes and revenue, but found profit to be elusive as a persistent freight recession combined with excess capacity created ongoing tough conditions. The company grew…

What is the bargaining impasse between railways and workers actually about?

The country’s two main railways and their workers remain at loggerheads over scheduling, safety or salaries — depending on who you ask — as the clock ticks down on contract…

Predicting the demise of the owner-operator

I got my first commercial truck licence in 1988. Millions of miles and smiles later, I want to address a question that has been around for pretty much my entire…

Mack Trucks refreshes MD Series with new driver-focused features

Mack Trucks has announced a refresh of its Mack MD Series diesel and electric medium-duty trucks. The trucks now feature a larger cab and enhanced safety features to improve the…

Canada sees steady trends in marijuana positive tests among truck drivers since legalization

Despite the legalization of marijuana in Canada and several U.S. states, the rate of positive drug tests among Canadian cross-border truck drivers has remained consistent. This is according to Jonathan…

Trucking Announcements: Executive appointments at 7Gen, Mullen Automotive, Marathon Brake Systems

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, Ryder’s Darryl Toll won the CVSA’s 2024 International Driver Excellence award, and KBGCNA together with Bendix Foundation…

Rail work stoppage looks increasingly likely

Both CN Rail and CPKC announced Friday they will lock out Teamsters Canada Rail Conference (TCRC) workers as of Aug. 22, after Canada’s industrial relations board…

Prospective drivers attend introduction to trucking boot camp

About 100 prospective truck drivers attended an introduction to trucking boot camp in Toronto organized by the Toronto Business Development Centre. The event featured speakers who shared their experiences,…

Canada invests $4.2 million in MHDV projects to boost zero-emission vehicle adoption

The Canadian government allocated $4.2 million for projects focusing on medium- and heavy-duty vehicles (MHDVs) as part of its $7.5-million investment to promote zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs). Through the Zero-Emissions Vehicles…

Thieves target B.C. food bank’s truck wheels

Greater Vancouver Food Bank staff were shocked when they found two front wheels missing from their 5-ton reefer delivery truck parked near their Burnaby, B.C., warehouse. “You try to picture…

Rail strike possible as of Aug. 22 after labor board rules services non-essential

The country’s labor tribunal says services provided by rail employees do not amount to essential work, opening the gate to a full-fledged strike in less than two weeks. In a…