CTA ‘encouraged’ by border plan talks with CBSA, CBP
OTTAWA, Ont. — The Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) says it is “encouraged” by its discussions with stakeholders this week concerning the future of the Canada-US Beyond the Border Action Plan. CTA participated in the Border…
Celadon Buys Teton Transportation Assets
Indianapolis-based Celadon Trucking Services purchased a significant portion of the operating equipment of Teton Transportation, based in Knoxville, Tenn. The deal includes the purchase of approximately 180 tractors and 280 trailers for an undisclose…
ATA, FMCSA come together to defend electronic logging proposal
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The American Trucking Associations (ATA) has set aside its beef with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) over hours-of-service, in order to file an amicus brief supporting its stance on electronic…
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Saskatchewan trucking company to provide road condition updates
SASKATOON, Sask. — A Saskatchewan trucking company has partnered with the province to deliver timely road condition updates for truckers and other motorists.
Joplin Speedco to host Shell SuperRigs truck beauty contest
JOPLIN, Mo. — The Shell Rotella SuperRigs show will be celebrating its 30th anniversary lat the Speedco in Joplin, Mo. May 17-19.
COMPETITION WATCH: Trimac posts Q4 revenue gains, but flat profits
CALGARY, Alta. –Trimac grew its Q4 revenue 15.4% to $87 million and held its profit steady at $4.3 million compared to the same period in 2010.
COMPETITION WATCH: TransForce posts stronger Q4 profit
MONTREAL, Que. – TransForce has reported Q4 revenue gains of 36% to $735.5 million and a 63% increase in profit to $33.9 million.
CARB Highlights Innovations in Clean Diesel Technology
Diesel industry and California Air Resources Board officials held a press conference to highlight the key policies and events that led to the transformation of clean diesel technology over the past two-plus decades.
Survey Says Driver Safety a Top Concern for Light-Vehicle Fleet Managers
Fleet driver safety, reducing fuel consumption and lowering maintenance costs are the top priorities for fleet managers in the next 12-18 months, according to a recent PHH Arval survey.