Distracted trucker found guilty of homicide
A judge has found that a truck driver – who was searching for an energy drink that had dropped at his feet – took his eyes off the road for at least 16 seconds before his rig slammed into stopped traffic killing two women, one of whom was pregnant.
Texas DOT Planning for Freight Boom From Panama Canal expansion
Saying the state is in a “unique position” to take advantage of the upcoming expansion of the Panama Canal, the Texas Department of Transportation is taking steps to make sure the Lone Star State is well-positioned to capitalize on this economic oppo…
Ontario trucking companies optimistic about next quarter: OTA survey
TORONTO, Ont. — The majority of trucking companies in Ontario remain optimistic about their prospects for the next three months despite negative freight volume prospects, according to the second quarter business expectations survey conducted…
Natural Gas Future Has Potential, Report Says
A recently released natural gas analysis from TIAX LLC predicts the opportunity for the compressed-natural-gas fueling market will grow steadily over the next few years.
Housing, Manufacturing Numbers Good News for Trucking
Two key economic indicators that affect trucking freight, housing starts and industrial production, exceeded expectations in April.
Truck driver robbed at knife point in Jasper
Police say they received a call around 5:20 a.m. from the trucker who said he was asked for a cigarette by a black man in his 20s with short hair, wearing a black shirt and blue jeans.
BCTA wary AirCare program phase-out will shift emissions focus to trucking
LANGLEY, B.C. — The British Columbia Trucking Association (BCTA) says the Ministry of Environment’s decision to end its AirCare program for passenger cars and light trucks in the Lower Mainland shouldn’t cause heavy-duty trucks to…
Fontaine Modification Makes Engineering Personnel Changes
Fontaine Modification, provider of custom truck modification services, has made several personnel changes.
Toledo Spring Marks 80 Years
Toledo Spring of Toledo, Ohio, is celebrating 80 years in business. Founded in 1932 by Gunnard Rubini, Toledo Spring is a third generation, family-owned business.
‘Teardrop’ trailers save 2%-5% for British beverage distributor, but shape’s not new
Streamlined “teardrop” trailers are saving enough fuel money for Tradeteam, a British beverage distributor, that it’s buying a second set of them.