Rock slide wipes out Trans-Canada
Truckers detoured more than 200km, adding to hours-of-service
Building a business on customer loyalty
When it comes to servicing the Great Lakes, Cavalier Transportation Services says it has the area covered. The company was officially started in 1979 by George Ledson, initially as one of the first truck brokerage businesses. In 1985, the company…
Truckers without borders
Mark’s phone rang, cutting out the oldies on satellite radio Mark had been listening to. He touched the small green button on his steering wheel and said, “Hello?” “Mark, it’s Bud.” It sounded urgent so Mark dispensed with the whole…
LEDs light up the night
OEMs and fleets alike are turning to LED lighting systems to cut costs, enhance safety and reduce maintenance demands.
Watch out for ‘assumed driving’
Recently, I was training for a marathon with one of my son’s friends. We were running along a trail and as we approached a roadway, a car driver figured we would be crossing the street and came to a stop.…
CILTNA to host conference this month
OTTAWA, Ont. — The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport North America (CILTNA) is holding a conference on November 14, 2016. According to the organization, the theme of the conference is “Current and Future Innovation in Transportation.” The event is…
Manitoulin Transport opens three new terminals in southeastern Ontario
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. – Manitoulin Transport has southeastern Ontario covered, now providing direct service to all towns and cities with terminals in Cornwall, Peterborough and Kingston. “When our customers entrust Manitoulin with their goods and packages, they deserve excellent service every…
Peterbilt offering Wingman Advanced in medium-duty truck models
DENTON, Texas – Peterbilt has added collision mitigation system Bendix Wingman Advanced to its medium-duty truck models 337 and 348. “The introduction of Bendix Wingman Advanced further establishes Peterbilt as a safety leader,” said Scott Newhouse, Peterbilt chief engineer. “This…
Mahle Launches New 9,000-Part Brand
Mahle Original will offer the same products the company has been selling in North America under a single unified brand. The line includes nearly 9,000 part numbers, covering 900,000 applications, with more than 1,200 exclusive part numbers not availabl…
DOT Extends Speed-Limiter Rule Comment Period
A 30-day extension of the public comment period for a proposed truck speed-limiter rule was announced today by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. The proposed rule would require all n…