Truck arrivals rebound slightly
OTTAWA, Ont. – The number of truck drivers entering Canada rose slightly during Sept. 28-Oct. 4 after falling for three consecutive weeks, the Canada Borders Services Agency (CBSA) said Thursday. It said 114,695 truckers arrived during that week, up 1%…
Ohio-based refrigerated fleet increases driver pay
Starting pay up by 3 cpm
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Answering hours questions, as some ELDs falsely flag errors when new rule options used
Among the questions: “Can I use a three-hour nap and not get penalized on it in the 14-hour rule?” You can, but depending on the ELD you’re using it may not be obvious that you’re not in violation. More questions answered in this Overdrive Radio.
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Tank Truck Carriers May Add Extra Pulsating Rear Brake Lamp to Trailers
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is granting a five-year exemption to allow motor carriers operating tank trailers to install a red or amber brake-activated pulsating lamp on the rear of the trailers.
Fluid Truck Orders 600 Lightning Electric Trucks & Vans
Fluid Truck, a national truck rental platform, will incorporate 600 Lightning Electric vehicles onto its platform, with availability starting in the fourth quarter.
FMCDSA declares emergency ahead of Hurricane Delta
Suspends hours regs for relief haulers
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Atlas van operators offer insights into life on the road
TORONTO, Ont. – A broad-ranging survey by Atlas Van Lines is offering extensive insights into the business practices and personal preferences of its van operators. And it highlights a few of the more unusual loads that have been hauled along the way. C…
Halton Region blitz puts 28% of trucks out of service
MILTON, Ont. – Halton Regional Police Service conducted a two-day commercial vehicle enforcement blitz Oct. 6-7, placing 28% of inspected vehicles out of service. Trucks were pulled in at the Mohawk Racetrack on Guelph Line in Milton, Ont. Halton Regio…
OTA foundation names new scholarship winners
TORONTO, Ont. — The Ontario Trucking Association Education Foundation has announced a series of additional scholarship winners for post-secondary students. They include: The OTA Professional Driver Memorial Scholarship – awarded to Matthew Kauk, …
Mexuscan grows with granite hauler acquisition
STANSTEAD, Que. – Mexuscan Cargo has purchased R.H. Rediker Transport, which has been serving the granite industry for more than 80 years. The acquisition includes R.H. Rediker’s Stanstead, Que.-based terminal. The fleet specializes in delivering grani…