U.S. Safety Agency Sees Benefits of Onboard Video Systems

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The National Transportation Safety Board has released a report on what it says are the benefits of commercial vehicle onboard video systems that record either continuously or as the result of a triggering event, such as a crash. The report also focuses on what this U.S. government agency says are the advantages offered by these systems for evaluation of both driver and passenger behaviors and collision analysis. The report highlights two recent crash investigations in which continuous video systems were installed on commercial vehicles. The report discusses many what NTSB said are the benefits of onboard video systems, in addition to highlighting areas for improvement, such as the need for to be able to see the driver and each occupant seating location, the need to be able to see forward of the vehicle, optimized frame rate, and low-light recording capability.

Nova Enterprises, Lockhart Truck Center Rebrand

TRURO, NS -- Following a merger in 2013, the truck dealerships Nova Enterprises Ltd. and Lockhart Truck Center have rebranded under the Nova Truck Centres banner.

Mascot Opens New Production and Distribution Facility

MISSISSAUG, ON -- Canada's only wholesale remanufacturer of heavy truck components has completed its move to a new 40,000 square foot production and distribution facility located in Mississauga.

10 Great Driver Magnets

What you can learn about recruiting and keeping drivers, from some of Canada's top fleets.

3 U.S. regulatory updates you need to know about

NEENAH, WI- Three U.S. regulatory updates you need to know about if you're going to head south.

Cervus Equipment Peterbilt named best in North America

DENTON, TX-Cervus Equipment Peterbilt was the best dealership in all of North America in 2014. Barring none, according to Peterbilt Motors Company.

FedEx ups profit by 23%, invests in e-commerce

MEMPHIS, TN- Trucking and package delivery giant FedEx Corp. reported a 23-percent jump in profit for its fiscal year second quarter.

200 Peterbilt trucks to be converted to natural gas

ATLANTA, GA- Synergy Natural Resources, a firm that specializes in the supply and transportation of bulk aggregate materials, announced a deal with truck-maker Peterbilt to convert 200 trucks to liquefied natural gas.

Manitoba to jump-start trucking safety program

WINNIPEG, MB- The Manitoba Trucking Association wants to establish an industry‐based safety program to provide relevant safety and health services targeted to the needs of our work environment, which would help trucking companies save on Workers' Compensation Board premiums.

UPS expands four North American facilities

ATLANTA, GA- Trucking, parcel and logistics service provider UPS announced it has built three new buildings and expanded another in four North American locations.

Restart rule could be suspended

WASHINGTON, DC- The trucking industry's effort to suspend the current 34-hour restart is inching closer to victory.

New, used truck registrations up year-over-year

ENGLEWOOD, CO- There were 14 percent more trucks on North American roads in the first nine months of 2014 when compared to the same time last year, according to a report by vehicle industry research firm IHS Automotive.

34-hour restart rule suspension in Senate hands

WASHINGTON, D.C.- Truckers interested in whether or not the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)'s 34-hour restart rule will be suspended have turned their eyes to the U.S. Senate after the House passed the funding bill.

Ryder Wants to Help You Make More Money. Here’s How.

MIAMI, FL- Truck-and-equipment leasing firm Ryder System announced it is sponsoring TruckingEfficiency.org, a free, independent, online technology guide aimed to help fleet owners double their fleet efficiency.

SmartTruck Changes Canadian Distribution System

GREENVILLE, SC - Aerodynamic product manufacturer SmartTruck Systems announced that Northern Aerodynamic Systems or SmartTruck Canada will no longer operate as its exclusive distributor in Canada.