ACT Research: A Strong 2019 Will Mean Weaker Truck Markets Next Year
Although a recession is unlikely next year, ACT Research said uncertainty regarding the economy in the latter half of 2019 will detrimentally affect medium- and heavy-duty truck markets next year.
Ford’s 2020 Super Duty Chassis Cabs Go on Sale
The 2020 line-up of Super Duty chassis cabs is built even more capable, powerful, and work-ready and is now available for fleets.
Rosenau and Freightliner contribute to CentrePort’s record year
WINNIPEG, Man. – CentrePort Canada had a record-breaking year of activity, with over $117 million in development and building permits in 2019, including from prominent trucking companies like Rosenau Transport and Freightliner Manitoba. More than 725,0…
California is About to Charge Up the Electric Truck Market
The world’s fifth largest economy is about to bet big on electric trucks.
Healthy Fleet Challenge to kick of Jan. 6
LONDON, Ont. – Registration is now open for the first Healthy Fleet Challenge of 2020. It will kick off Jan. 6 and will run until Feb. 7, promising 33 days of wellness education, tips, challenges, and more. Anyone working in…
Morneau Eskimo makes Ontario acquisition
TORONTO, Ont. – Morneau Eskimo has announced it has acquired Toronto, Ont.-based Beacon Transit Lines, which is being renamed Beacon Transport. The deal became effective Dec. 19. Morneau Eskimo is a division of Groupe Morneau. “Beacon Transit Lines is …
News roundup, Dec. 19: New no-fee quick-pay option; PFJ opens new California location
LoadDelivered, the freight management division of Capstone Logistics, launched a new “QuickPay+” program with “free, one-day payments,” the company says. A new Flying J Travel Center opened this week in Jurupa Valley, California, near the intersection …
Trucker Radio doesn’t miss the chance to get in the ‘Last Word’
NIAGARA FALLS, Ont. — What better way to conclude this section of Truck News-West magazine than to give the “Last Word” to someone whose words are heard by thousands of truck drivers every week. Trucker Radio has strived to be…
Old cereal giveaway let kids run their own trucking companies
Tractor-trailer in every box!
Rush Truck Centers Technician Rodeo Names First Female Grand Champion
Rebecca Chewning made history as the first woman to be named grand champion of Rush Enterprises Tech Skills Rodeo, thanks to her extensive parts knowledge.