Total costs increase in February
TORONTO, Ont. — Results published today by the Canadian General Freight Index (CGFI) show the total cost of ground transportation for Canadian shippers increased by 1.2% in February, as compared with January results. The base rate index, also increased by 0.1%…
SAF-Holland and ACOFAS Team up for Tech Training Program
SAF-Holland is teaming up with the American Council of Frame and Alignment Specialists for a technician education program taking place June 27-28 in Muskegon, Mich.
Truck Dealership Employment Rose 5.6% in 2016
Employment at truck dealerships hit its highest point in five years, according to a report from American Truck Dealers a division of the National Automobile Dealers Association.
Denso Taps Brett Lowie for Director of Americas Operations
Denso Products and Services Americas, an affiliate of global automotive supplier Denso Corp., has named Brett Lowie its director of Americas Operations.
Second annual Canadian Salute to Women Behind the Wheel set for June 10
MONCTON, N.B. — The second annual Canadian Salute to Women Behind the Wheel is set and scheduled. The salute is set to take place this year at the Atlantic Truck Show in Moncton, N.B. on Saturday, June 10 at 11…
Economic Watch: Equipment Spending Solid, New Homes Sales Brisk
New orders for long-lasting durable goods increased less than expected during March, according to a new Commerce Department report, but business investment on equipment appears to be solid following the rut it was in for nearly a couple of years.
OTA to host seminar on marijuana legalization
TORONTO, Ont. — The Ontario Trucking Association is wasting no time to address the issue of marijuana legalization in Canada and is hosting an exclusive workshop at its Council Summit on June 21. The seminar, titled Marijuana Legalization and Medical…
Earnings Watch: Old Dominion, UPS Show First Quarter Improvements
Less-than-truckload carrier Old Dominion Freight Line Inc. reported better profit and revenue in the first quarter of the year while UPS Inc. reported earnings showing growth across its business segments