Glitch in GPS causes problems for Burgaw neighbors and truck drivers
Leaders say older GPS systems or GPS systems that haven’t been updated show East Wilmington Street connecting with McKoy Road, where there are a lot of industrial companies.
OOIDA loses cross-border trucking appeal
The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Assn.’s challenge to a federal pilot program allowing Mexican drivers to deliver goods across the border in the U.S. was rejected Friday by the U.S. Court of Appeals in Washington which found the plan was consiste…
Trucker who was arrested after fatal wreck in North Charleston charged with drunk driving in Georgia
Truck driver Arnold Williams, 35, of Salters, was charged drunk driving in Georgia earlier this month while awaiting a hearing on reckless homicide charges after a fatal accident on I-526. A truck driver who was arrested after a wreck that killed a Cha…
COMPETITION WATCH: Bison buys Searcy; adds flatdeck to its portfolio
WINNIPEG, Man. — Bison Transport has announced the acquisitions of Searcy Trucking and its distribution division, Universal Reload.
Georgia trucker indicted in Illinois trooper death
An Illinois grand jury has indicted a Georgia truck driver on felony charges in the November highway death of an Illinois state trooper, Illinois State Police said Tuesday.
Free online tool launched to help fleet managers improve HR practices
OTTAWA, Ont. — Trucking HR Canada has unveiled a free online tool designed to help fleet managers analyze and improve human resources practices. The HR Circle Check, now available at www.truckingHR.com, asks questions about existing business…
Flooded out? Follow these tips before putting trucks and trailers back into service
WINNIPEG, Man. — Remove and completely disassemble assembly. Inspect for water and contaminant damage. Replace seals.
Canada Cartage appoints new vice-president of IT
TORONTO, Ont. — Canada Cartage has appointed Daniel Roy as vice-president of Information Technology (IT). He will be responsible for leading the growth and strategic development of IT projects nationwide for Canada Cartage.
Trailer orders slow in March
COLUMBUS, Ind. — Net trailer orders declined 6% month-over-month in March, and 12% year-over-year, according to the latest data from ACT Research.
US truck tonnage rises in March
ARLINGTON, Va. — US for-hire truck tonnage increased 0.9% in March, posting its fourth increase in the past five months.