National strike of the Teamsters: Insufficient flow in banks
The union led by Pablo Moyano began today a 24-hour surprise strike to demand better wages.
Trucknews.com launches two-part video series on MSD injury prevention
TORONTO, Ont. — Truck News, in co-operation with Volvo Trucks, has produced a two-part video series on musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and how fleets and drivers can help prevent them.
Canadian Truckers Hail Agreement on New Bridge at Windsor-Detroit
“It’s been a long road to get to this day, with even more stops and starts than on Huron Church Rd.,” says CTA president David Bradley, referring to the years of political wrangling that has delayed progress on what many say is Canada’s most important …
More tickets handed out during this year’s Operation Corridor truck blitz
ORILLIA, Ont. — The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) teamed with the Ministry of Transportation earlier this week to conduct a 24-hour commercial vehicle inspection blitz dubbed Operation Corridor.
Canadian motor carriers hail agreement on new bridge at Windsor-Detroit
WINDSOR, Ont. — An agreement has finally been reached to build the new, second bridge linking Windsor, Ont and Detroit, Mich. The announcement received a “huge thumbs up” from the Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA).
Daimler Trucks North America Names New CFO, Parts and Service Head
Daimler Trucks North America announced several key transitions in the company’s senior leadership ranks, effective July 1.
Part of Kentucky’s I-24 Restricted to One Lane
Traffic will be restricted to one lane on Kentucky’s Interstate 24 westbound at the I-69/Western Kentucky Parkway Interchange in Lyon County. This work zone is expected to be in place for about two months.
Trucker fails by trying to fix fuel leak with duct tape
Officials in southern Montana say a Canadian truck driver found that out the hard way when he tried to stop a fuel tank leak with the all-purpose tape before going to sleep at a truck stop near Livingston.
TA to Open Another Free Fitness Facility
TravelCenters of America will open another StayFit fitness center at TA Dallas South, located at I-20, Exit 472/I-635 in Dallas. This location, scheduled to open next month, will mark the 40th StayFit fitness center in the TA and Petro Stopping Cente…
Frost & Sullivan: Safety, Emissions Regs Ensure Steady Revenues for Aftermarket
The heavy-duty aftermarket industry has little to no fear, as the number of commercial vehicles in operation is expected to multiply from 6.5 million units in 2010 to 7.6 million units in 2017, according to a new analysis from industry research firm …