ROAD TEST: LED headlights ready for prime time
My trucking job mostly involves night driving between Toronto and Montreal, in all weather conditions. So I’m keenly aware of the importance of a good headlight system. And commercial drivers obsess about lights all the time – just…
Central Ontario Regional Truck Driving Championship slated for June 8
KITCHENER, Ont. — The Central Ontario Regional Truck Driving Championships will be held June 8 at Conestoga College, according to the 2013 planning committee.
Seven Canadian distributors recognized by Bendix
ELYRIA, Ohio — Bendix has honoured 37 distributors, including seven from Canada, for reaching its highest rank of platinum in its Premier Distributor Program (PDP).
Mack debuts mRide suspension on TerraPro refuse truck
NEW ORLEANS, La. — Mack Trucks has announced the availability of its new mRide spring suspension in its TerraPro refuse truck.
Bridgestone adds two new tires for urban use
NEW ORLEANS, La. — Bridgestone Commercial Solutions has introduced two new tires for heavy-duty urban use.
TCA Joins Fight to End Human Trafficking
The Truckload Carriers Association has formed a partnership with Truckers Against Trafficking, a nonprofit organization that educates, equips, empowers, and mobilizes members of the trucking and truck plaza industries to combat domestic sex trafficking.
Texas trucker arrested in Nashville motel slaying
Federal marshals and state troopers arrested a truck driver Monday evening in Texas in connection with the May 9 slaying of a Denmark, Tenn., man.
Navistar lands long-time Paccar executive
LISLE, Ill. — Navistar has landed 26-year Paccar vet and Peterbilt general manager Bill Kozek to serve as president of the company’s North America Truck and Parts business.
Big Truck Rental acquires Amtruck Rental
AURORA, Ont. — Canadian refuse truck rental company Amtruck Rental has been purchased by Tampa, Fla.-based Big Truck Rental.
SCC trained truck drives in high demand
Fred Stamey, SCC coordinator and lead instructor of Truck Driver Training is pictured with Katie Brown, SCC Director of Customized Training & Workforce Development.