Refrigeration Meets 2013
‘EcoForward’ technologies is the name behind the new transport refrigeration units and generator sets designed by Carrier Transicold for compliance with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency diesel emissions standards, which change in 2013.
TravelCenters of America Opens New Michigan Locations
TravelCenters of America has announced the opening of two new TA-branded locations in Tekonsha, Mich., and Battle Creek, Mich.
Continued Weakness for China Heavy Truck Demand in Q1
With a freight transportation slump and operational costs rising, China’s heavy-duty market continued the downward spiral that began last year, according to the recently released China Commercial Vehicle Outlook, which is jointly published quarterly…
UPS Freight Announces 5.9% General Rate Increase
UPS Freight, the nation’s fourth largest less-than-truckload carrier, announced a general rate increase averaging 5.9% covering non-contractual shipments in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.
Pakistani truck-art show highlights…
They are rolling works of art, brightening dreary stretches of highway, hauling everything from textiles to fruit to people.
Diesel, Gasoline Prices Continue Three-Month Downward Trend
Diesel and gasoline prices fell this week after three straight months of decreases, according to data from the Energy Information Administration. Oil prices fell back down Monday after a surprising spike on Friday.The price of diesel dropped 3 cents…
Natural-Gas Testing on Agenda for Major National Laboratory
The Energy Department national laboratory that developed the battery technology for the Chevrolet Volt and other hybrid-electric vehicles has set its sights on another potential player in the alternative-fuel market: natural gas.
MTA praises provincial commitment to Highway 75 improvements
WINNIPEG, Man. — The Manitoba Trucking Association has praised the recent announcement from Manitoba Infrastructure and Transportation that promises road improvements to Highway 75, saying it will have a positive impact on the trucking…
Alberta crowns top truckers at annual driving championships
CALGARY, Alta. — Alberta’s top drivers from across the province descended on the Rosenau Transport yard Calgary to compete in the AMTA Truck Driving Champtionship June 16. The annual event, hosted by Alberta Motor Transport Association,…
Saddle Creek Corp. Adds Freightliner CNG Tractors to its For-Hire Fleet
Saddle Creek Corp. has added 40 Freightliner Business Class M2 112 compressed natural gas tractors, doubling its fleet of Freightliner CNG tractors.