Let’s give thanks to the truck driving Neanderthals

Last month, I wrote about possible ways of attracting and retaining drivers. But it’s a two-way street, so this month I’ll address the driver. As drivers, we can’t take without giving a little something back, not if we want a...

Drivers deserve PM of their own

Every professional fleet manager will recognize the importance of preventive maintenance programs. The ongoing focus on equipment health can keep trucks running like they should, maximizing performance, reducing defects and ultimately avoiding...

The trucking industry’s musculoskeleton in the closet

TORONTO, Ont. -- In many jurisdictions across Canada, workers’ compensation premiums have continued to climb in recent years even as trucking’s on-road safety record has improved. The rise in premiums – sometimes in the double...

Allison launches new distributor certification program

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. -- Allison Transmission has launched a new national service certification program in the US and Canada, to ensure customers receive quality maintenance and repairs.

Introducing Tax Talk: An informational video series for O/Os and small fleets

TORONTO, Ont. -- Trucknews.com has produced a six-part video series called Tax Talk, featuring tax and finance advice for owner/operators and small fleets from Scott Taylor, vice-president of Transport Financial Service and a 25-year trucking...

Safety groups challenge US HoS changes; FMCSA rep defends rule

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Self-described safety groups including Public Citizen, Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety and the Truck Safety Coalition have announced they are suing the US Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration over its new...

Two Canadians named to 2012 Kenworth Parts Council

KIRKLAND, Wash. -- A pair of Canadians have been named to Kenworth’s 2012 Parts Council, including an Albertan taking the helm as chairperson.

TransRep names new national sales representative

CALEDONIA, Ont. -- TransRep has announced the addition of Jeremy Drumm as its national sales representative. Drumm has an extensive background in representing brand name products and services including Hitachi Power Tools and The Shandex Group,...

CTA asking industry to voice support for EOBRs

OTTAWA, Ont. -- CTA has introduced a text message campaign to let federal MPs know that owners and drivers support electronic on-board recorders (EOBRs).

Volvo wins 2011 TWNA Technical Achievement Award

TAMPA, Fla. -- The Truck Writers of North America (TWNA) have awarded Volvo the 2011 Technical Achievement Award for its XE13 powertrain package.

Tire pressure systems deliver fuel savings, extend tire life: US research

TAMPA, Fla. -- A two-year US research program has concluded that systems which monitor or maintain tire pressures can deliver better fuel economy and longer tread life, and in some cases pay for themselves in as little as a year.

Polar Service Centres opens second Montana location

ST. CLOUD, Minn. -- Polar Service Centers has opened its second location in Billings, Mont. The facility will provide parts, service, and sales for all makes of tank trailers and bodies used for dry and liquid bulk cargoes. The centre is...

Canadian named to Kenworth 2012 service council

KIRKLAND, Wash. -- Grant Easton of Kenworth Toronto has been named to the company’s 2012 service council. The council aims to improve service and products for its customers.

Link completes Raydan acquisition; will continue offering Raydan products

EDMONTON, Alta. -- Having completed its acquisition of Raydan Manufacturing, Link Suspensions of Canada says it will continue to offer Raydan products.

Volvo takes new approach to aftermarket support

TAMPA, Fla. -- Volvo Trucks has announced a new approach to aftermarket support for its products, including two years of free access to its MVASIST platform.