Cummins promises substantial fuel economy improvements in ISX12
COLUMBUS, Ind. — Cummins has announced its new ISX12 engine will deliver up to 12% better fuel economy than the ISX11.9 it replaces. [Full Story]
Transportation Intermediaries Association Announces Convention Details
The Transportation Intermediaries Association will hold its 34th annual convention and trade show March 21-24 at the Grand Hyatt in San Antonio, Texas.
Kenworth introduces hands-free communication system
KIRKLAND, Wash. — In an effort to reduce distracted driving and comply with hands-free calling legislation for drivers in both Canada and the US, Kenworth has announced the introduction of its NavPlus multi-function communication system. [Full Story]
Bendix offering Brake Training Schools in Ontario, Quebec
ELYRIA, Ohio — Bendix will be offering its comprehensive 2012 Brake Training School three times this year in Canada. [Full Story]
Judge Rejects Navistar Bid for SCR Engine Recall
A federal judge rejected Navistar’s bid to have the Environmental Protection Agency recall 2010 engines that use selective catalytic reduction to meet emission standards.The judge, Colleen Kollar-Kotelly of the U.S. District Court for the District of…
Traffic Talk: Do semi trucks get fewer speeding tickets than cars?…
Most of the “share the road” questions we get involve the coexistence between motorists and bicyclists, but that’s certainly not the only relationship on the state’s roadways that can become contentious.
Detroit Diesel Delivers 100,000th DD Platform Engine
Detroit Diesel Corp. delivered its 100,000th DD platform engine to Southern Refrigerated Transport, a subsidiary of Covenant Transportation Group.
MTI, Marmicmon partner to help B.C. fleets recruit drivers from abroad
CASTLEGAR, B.C. — With B.C.’s recent decision to open its provincial nominee program (PNP) to long-haul truck drivers, training institution Mountain Transport Institute (MTI) has launched a new program to pre-screen prospective hires before… [Full S…
Environmental assessments begin for new St. Lawrence crossing
MONTREAL, Que. — The federal government has launched the environmental assessment phase of construction of a new bridge over the St. Lawrence River in Montreal. [Full Story]
Humane livestock transport highlighted in new video
TORONTO, Ont. — The Ontario Trucking Association’s Livestock Transporters’ Division has produced a video that showcases the industry’s commitment to transporting livestock in a safe and humane manner. [Full Story]