Nonpartisan Group Compiles Report on Infrastructure Reform
In a detailed report, the Committee for Economic Development of the Conference Board made recommendations for improving America’s roads and bridges, including private investment, user fees, technology and more.
Research forum examines transport trends and potential solutions
WINNIPEG, Man. – Thanks to the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), a study predicts a reduction in provincial exports for both truck and rail shipments across the country. The study, which was presented during the Canadian Transport Research Forum…
ATRI Seeks Carrier Input for Operational Costs Survey
The American Transportation Research Institute is seeking carrier input for the annual update to its Operational Costs of Trucking report.
TFI International adds to its Board of Directors
MONTREAL, Que. — TFI International announced today that it has added Debra Kelly-Ennis to its Board of Directors. Kelly-Ennis is an experienced CEO and corporate board member whose executive career spans consumer packaged goods, durables, automotive, hospitality and real estate…
Trison Tarps hosts fourth annual customer appreciation pig roast
BRANTFORD, Ont. – To thank its employees, customers, and suppliers, Trison Tarps once again hosted its annual customer appreciation barbecue. And just like the Trison tag line, Where Customer Service Excels, president Paul Vandenberg makes sure that he delivers when…
ATRI seeking owner-operator input for Costs of Trucking report
ATRI is looking for information on driver pay, fuel costs, insurance premiums, and lease or purchase payments. Carriers are also asked to provide cost-per-mile or cost-per-hour information from 2016.
Cummins Approves Renewable Diesel for Medium-Duty Engines
Cummins announced that its B4.5, B6.7 and L9 engine platforms are compatible with certain kinds of renewable diesel fuels.
Maintenance is key to surviving International Roadcheck: Bendix
ELYRIA, Ohio – Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems have once again rolled out a list of tips for all fleets and owner-operators to help them get through the annual International Roadcheck. This year, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) International Roadcheck is…
Del Duca wins leadership award
BRAMPTON, Ont. — Ontario’s Transportation Minister, Steven Del Duca received the Road Today 2017 Leadership Award. Del Duca was recognized for his dedicated public service, community involvement, commitment and vision towards promoting road safety in Ontario. He was also acknowledged for…
USA Truck Names Rick Hainlen VP of Revenue Operations
USA Truck has added another new executive to its leadership team, bringing on Rick Hainlen as its vice president of revenue operations.