Carrier Transicold Enhances eSolutions Platform
Carrier Transicold’s eSolutions telematics platform for remote monitoring of refrigerated trucks and trailers has been improved with features for greater functionality, including a new web-based dashboard.
How HR needs to approach Covid-19
ARLINGTON, Va. — In a session packed with information for HR professionals, Katharine Weber, a principal with law firm Jackson Lewis, offered a breakdown of how to plan and brace for COVID-19’s continuing effect on the trucking industry’s h…
Ford Virtual Event Highlights Truck, Van, and Fleet News, Trends
A new virtual event series for Ford fleet customers, Ford Fleet Live, will allow customers to check out the newest Ford commercial vehicles, discover trends, get tools to improve their businesses, and talk one-on-one with product experts.
Dan Chartrand’s 2019 Peterbilt 389
The rig sits on a 268-inch wheelbase and features a double frame, 46,000-pound rear ends with full lockers on a Neway air ride and 13,200-pound front axle on air ride. It’s powered by a Paccar MX13 with an 18-speed on 3:91 rears.
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TFI posts strong Q3, terminates APPS acquisition
MONTREAL, Que. – TFI International shook off the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, posting a strong third quarter and restoring its workforce. TFI reported net income of $110.7 million, up 34% year-over-year, while revenue declined 4% totaling $1.25 bi…
Voluntary Covid-19 testing coming to Coutts crossing
COUTTS, Alta. – A pilot project in Alberta will soon offer commercial drivers and other international travelers access to voluntary Covid-19 tests at the Coutts border crossing. The tests begin Nov. 2, and will also be offered at the Calgary Internatio…
Plan Early for Electric-Vehicle Charging Infrastructure
Interested in electric trucks? You might want to research the related charging infrastructure long before they roll off an assembly line.
How HR Needs to Approach COVID-19
In a session packed with information for all your HR needs, Katharine Weber, a principal with law firm Jackson Lewis, offered a breakdown of how to plan and brace for COVID’s continuing effect on the trucking industry’s human resources departments.
Ryder Creates New Used-Vehicle Site
Ryder System recently launched a new fully responsive, mobile-friendly used vehicle sales website, which includes an expanded inventory of used vehicles and enhanced search tools.
Plan electric vehicle infrastructure early
TORONTO, Ont. – Electric trucks promise benefits as diverse as lower emissions and a quiet ride. But fleets looking at the equipment might want to research the related charging infrastructure long before trucks roll off an assembly line. “You can’t say…