Spot Market Rates Fall for Vans and Reefers, Flatbeds Recovering
DAT reports overall spot market loads available fell 1.5% September 22 through 28, compared to the previous seven days.
Can intermodal transportation expand beyond its niche? Find out at the Surface Transportation Summit
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — Years ago, intermodal movements were only cost and service effective on freight movements of 1500 miles and up. But intermodal transportation has gone through a renaissance over the last decade and this number is now well…
Beijer Electronics Opens New U.S. Corporate Headquarters
Beijer Electronics, a Sweden-based global technology company, has opened its US headquarters in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Canadian wheel safety system wins prestigious innovation award
CALGARY, Alta. — The creator of the Zafety Lug Log wheel-locking device that prevents wheel-offs has won a prestigious Ernest C. Manning Innovation Award.
Get SMART when recruiting and retaining drivers
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — Recruiting and Retention conference regular Kelly Anderson welcomed industry leaders with his session this morning, entitled ‘Creating an unfair advantage in your Recruiting Department.’
Play small ball to improve driver retention: Haight
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — During the Canadian Recruiting and Retention Conference, hosted by Over the Road, the CEO of Transrep delivered key points to retaining a positive workforce.
Bravery of truck driver who saved diabetic motorist’s life by…
He used his horn to warn other motorist – before dramatically swerving in front of it when he realised the driver couldn’t stop A brave truck driver saved a diabetic man’s life by swerving in front of his runaway car after he had a seizure at the wheel.
Suncor reports Western Canada diesel shortage
EDMONTON, Alta. — Suncor Energy has reported a shortage of diesel in Western Canada, according to reports.
Kenworth’s T680 receives 10,000 orders since launch
KIRKLAND, Wash. — Kenworth has announced its popular T680 has reached the 10,000-order mark since entering production 15 months ago.
Letter: Truckers opposed speed limit increase
This letter is in response to David R Gillespie’s letter in the Sept. 27, 2013, paper titled “Speed Limit Hike was calculated.”