All Ontario Transport’s Stuart Sinclair dies
TORONTO, Ont. — All Ontario Transport’s Stuart Sinclair has died, according to an announcement from the Toronto Trucking Association (TTA). Sinclair, aged 60, passed away peacefully at Mackenzie Health Aug. 1, according to the TTA.
July Orders for Class 8 Trucks Very Weak
FTR Associates has released preliminary data showing July Class 8 truck net orders at 12,568 units, the lowest month for orders since August 2010 and 32% below the same month last year.
BoreJack Energy Services
BoreJacks salt water disposal opened today. It takes water and other runoff from rig sites.
DOT Announces More Than $363 Million in Grants for State Highway Projects
U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood today announced more than $363 million in grants to fund a wide variety of highway improvements, from interstate rehabilitation and reconstruction to technologies that result in improved safety and reduced co…
TomTom Launches New Version of Logistics Maps
Navigation systems manufacturer TomTom has launched the newest version of its Logistics map product designed specifically for truck and fleet operators.
COMPETITION WATCH: Trimac revenue, profits both up in Q2
CALGARY, Alta. — Trimac Transportation’s consolidated revenue, including fuel surcharges, was up $3.7 million – or 4.5% – in the second quarter ended June 30. Officials say the increase was the result of incremental revenues earned…
Class 8 net orders below trend in July, Class 5-7 bounce back: reports
NASHVILLE and COLUMBUS, Ind. — FTR Associates has released preliminary data showing July Class 8 truck net orders at 12,568 units, the lowest month for orders since August 2010 and 32% below the same month last year. Preliminary order numbers…
Meritor Wabco adds ABS system as standard on ProStar+, LoneStar
TROY, Mich. — Meritor Wabco’s anti-lock braking system (ABS) is now standard equipment on all International ProStar+ and LoneStar Class 8 trucks.
(VIDEO) Latest Truck Incident on Hutch Leads to Renewed Call for Big Warning Signs
When it comes to the Hutchinson River Parkway , truck drivers just aren’t getting the message that big rigs aren’t allowed.
Plug in pallet jack’s batteries right in the trailer with TAPS
Plugging motorized pallet jacks into warehouse power supplies is so old. There’s a new solution to the battery charging chore. Leave it in the trailer and charge it right there.