New ATA Paper Says Fatigued Driving Exaggerated
In a new white paper, American Trucking Associations sets the record straight about the involvement of fatigue in large truck crashes, saying anti-trucking industry interest groups wildly exaggerate its role in crashes.
Canadian carriers give feds wish list of top infrastructure projects
OTTAWA, Ont. — Canadian carriers have banded together to provide the federal government with a list of proposed – and prioritized – infrastructure projects for 2013. The list, submitted by the provincial trucking associations and…
MTA applauds road updates, slams proposed cuts to snow-clearing budget
WINNIPEG, Man. — The Manitoba Trucking Association (MTA) has announced it is pleased with recent improvements to Highway 10 north of Brandon. On Oct. 5, the provincial and federal governments announced that Highway 10 between the Trans-Canada…
BOOK REVIEW: Trucker Ghost Stories
A UFO abduction at Deacon’s Corner Truck Stop in Winnipeg and a female trucker gets French-kissed by a ghost in her Peterbilt bunk. A trainee and his over-the-road mentor on a driving test run hit a mother and her baby, but…
SmartTruck celebrates milestone; introduces new model for pup trailers
LAS VEGAS, Nev. — Just two years after launching the Trailer UnderTray System, SmartTruck says it has deployed 20,000 units.
Video: Lighter Load: Truckers Aim to Slim Down
One of the hazards of being a truck driver is that the long hours on the road can lead to unhealt… More>> One of the hazards of being a truck driver is that the long hours on the road can lead to unhealthy habits.
EPA Names SmartWay Excellence Award Winners
LAS VEGAS – The Environmental Protection Agency handed out its first SmartWay Excellence Awards since it significantly revamped how it grades carriers in its program.
Isuzu introduces new extended warranty plans
ANAHEIM, Calif. — Isuzu has announced it is now offering an enhanced extended warranty on its diesel-powered trucks in both the US and Canada.
FMCSA Stands by Driver Fitness Measurement
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration says it has long acknowledged shortcomings in its CSA program, but will continue to enforce elements of the program that have come under criticism.
Shell brings popular loyalty program to Canada
BURLINGTON, Ont. — Shell Lubricants has announced its My Miles Matter rewards program is now available in Canada.