Port of Oakland Truckers Threaten New Work Stoppage
Several hundred independent truckers at the Port of Oakland are serving notice that they’ll stop work as early as next week unless state and regional air regulators give them a break on rules for diesel emissions .
Yanke deal makes Celadon one of Canada’s largest carriers
SASKATOON, Sask. — As first reported here Saturday, Celadon Canada has agreed to acquire assets of N. Yanke Transfer in a deal it says will make Celadon one of Canada’s largest carriers.
Fewer Hours, Fewer Drivers: What’s a Trucker to Do?
Trucking companies say they’re feeling the pinch from the new Hours of Service restrictions imposed on them earlier this year.
OTA announces exceptional scholarship winners
TORONTO, Ont. – Recipients of OTA Education Foundation scholarships which are earmarked for exceptional first-year post-secondary students were announced during the Ontario Trucking Association’s annual convention. In an address…
New HoS rules costing drivers up to $3.9 billion: ATRI
ARLINGTON, Va. — Just how much are the new hours-of-service rules implemented in the US last summer hurting the trucking industry?
Trucker reports smelly assault in Westampton
Authorities in Westampton are looking for a man with a distinctive scent who slashed a truck driver in Westampton.
Fourth-generation Phillips to lead Phillips Industries
SANTA FE SPRINGS, Calif. — Rob Phillips has been named president and chief operating officer of Phillips Industries.
Truckers who haul for Wal-Mart and Forever 21 plan surprise strikes today
In labor’s latest challenge to a low-wage economy and a legal system that excludes huge swathes of the workforce, hundreds of non-union Port of Los Angeles truck drivers plan to stage surprise strikes against three companies Monday.
Webasto says pre-heating engine reduces emissions at start-up
FENTON, Mich. — Pre-heating diesel engines reduces emissions and improves the performance of the diesel particulate filter (DPF), according to independent testing conducted for Webasto.
DTNA Aftermarket Going After ‘Undisputed Leadership’
Daimler Trucks North America is taking steps to meet a goal of “undisputed leadership” in the aftermarket parts and service business, including revamping inventory and parts delivery and using technology to speed diagnosis and repairs.