Central Freight Lines to Buy Virginia-Based Wilson Trucking
Central Freight Lines has signed a letter of intent to buy certain assets of Virginia-based Wilson Trucking, a 91-year-old less-than-truckload carrier with 29 terminals in the Southeast. The acquisition expands CFL’s coverage to the Southeast and Puerto Rico, which the company expects to improve its competitive position in the LTL and distribution markets.
How truck drivers are fighting human trafficking
Truck drivers urged to fight human trafficking Semitrailer drivers are urged to keep a watch out for people who might be victims of human trafficking. Check out this story on ElPasoTimes.com: http://www.elpasotimes.com/story/news/crime/2017/02/23/truck…
The politics of pipelines
I like to think that everyone has a skill of some kind. That’s until I thought, “Wait, everyone has one? That means politicians, too?” This just cannot be – the only skill required is to be a lawyer, educated in…
OTA briefs South Asian truckers on key industry issues
Well-attended Town Hall meeting the first of many between the two groups
UPS Tests Drone Launched From Atop Package Car
UPS announced that it has successfully tested a drone that launches from atop one of its package cars. The system is designed to autonomously deliver a package while the truck is driven on a route.
Huayi Tire appoints western Canadian regional fleet sales manager
MARKHAM, Ont. – Commercial and passenger tire manufacturer Huayi Tire Canada has named Terry Kindleman as its new western region fleet sales manager. With over 30 years of experience in the tire industry, including truck and car rental, sales and…
Total costs continue to slide
TORONTO, Ont. — The total cost of ground transportation for Canadian shippers went down by 1.1% in December, according to the Canadian General Freight Index. The base rate index also decreased by 1.7% in December while average fuel surcharges assessed by carriers…
CTA supports amending livestock transportation rules, but concerns remain
TORONTO, Ont. – The Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) is applauding the Canadian Food and Inspection Agency’s (CFIA) plan to modernize the rules for transporting livestock, but concerns remain over certain aspects of the proposed regulations. One key contention raised by…
Today’s Technology and Trucking
Volvo Trucks’ Paul Kudla explains what is technologically possible today.
Canadian Peterbilt dealers among North America’s best
WINNIPEG, Man. – Peterbilt Manitoba was recently recognized as the Peterbilt’s First Class Service Excellence Dealer of the Year. It boasted the highest dealer group performance for First Class Service Excellence, according to the company. “Whether it’s advanced diagnostic equipment…