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21 February, 2025
Zelek joins DataDis as sales manager for Ontario, Western Canada
DataDis has welcomed Michael Zelek as sales manager for Ontario and Western Canada. Zelek brings nearly 15 years of transportation industry experience to the role, having worked in logistics, dispatch, […]
Read more21 February, 2025
DHL, Scania testing electric truck with fuel-powered range extender
Scania and DHL are working together in Europe to test an electric truck with a fuel-powered range extender. The companies say the technology is an interim method to extend range […]
Read more21 February, 2025
Blue Water Bridge tolls go cashless, MacKay Bridge tolls eliminated
The Blue Water Bridge (BWB) — which connects Point Edward, Ont. to Port Huron, Mich. – is transitioning to fully cashless tolling from April 1. This transition will result in […]
Read more21 February, 2025
ECONOMIC TRUCKING TRENDS: Trailer orders spike, but tonnage remains unchanged
For-hire truck tonnage was flat in January, despite harsh weather and a major winter storm in the southern states. Trailer orders spiked but buyers should brace for the impact tariffs […]
Read more21 February, 2025
Truck hits B.C. overpass, third such incident in February
A truck has stuck an overpass in British Columbia once again, the third time this has happened in February, and the fourth such incident this year. B.C. Highway Patrol is […]
Read more20 February, 2025
Trucking employed more than 790,000 people in 2024: THRC
Canada’s trucking and logistics sector reached a record-high workforce of over 790,000 employees in 2024, but labor challenges persist, according to Trucking HR Canada (THRC) chief economist Barbara Kirby. Speaking […]
Read more20 February, 2025
Gerry’s Truck Centre wins Volvo’s 2024 Canadian Dealer Group of the Year award
Volvo Trucks North America (VTNA) named Gerry’s Truck Centre as the recipient of the 2024 Canadian Dealer Group of the Year award. Gerry’s Truck Centre, a family-owned dealership group with […]
Read more20 February, 2025
Nearly a third of Ontario carriers lay off workers as U.S. tariffs loom
Nearly one in three Ontario carriers – 32% – have already laid off some employees amid the looming threat of U.S. tariffs on Canadian imports. When polled, 68% expected conditions […]
Read more20 February, 2025
THRC secures funding for 335 student placements in trucking, logistics
Trucking HR Canada (THRC) has secured new funding to support 335 post-secondary student work placements in the trucking and logistics sector as a part of its Career ExpressWay program. The […]
Read more20 February, 2025
TFI’s Bedard explains reasons for relocating HQ to U.S., forecasts another tough year
TFI International’s announcement within its Q4 earnings report that it will redomicile to the U.S. won’t have a significant impact on the company’s operations, its CEO and chairman Alain Bedard […]
Read more19 February, 2025
TFI International looks to ‘redomicile’ in U.S.
TFI International — Canada’s largest trucking fleet — is looking to formally establish itself as a U.S. operation. Announcing 2024 earnings today, the fleet said it “intends to pursue re-domiciliation […]
Read more19 February, 2025
ExpoCam draws nearly 9,000 visitors during its return to Montreal
ExpoCam 2025 returned to downtown Montreal after hosting the show out of the city for five years, selling out its first edition at the Palais des congrès de Montréal. The […]
Read more19 February, 2025
Liberty West drivers score a win at Super Bowl halftime show
Seasoned Liberty West truck drivers secured a win at Super Bowl LIX even before the Eagles’ quarterback Jalen Hurts touched the football. These truckers made sure a winter storm did […]
Read more19 February, 2025
THRC to launch Women’s Leadership Accord to promote gender equality in trucking
Trucking HR Canada (THRC) is launching the Women’s Leadership Accord initiative at the Women with Drive Leadership Summit on March 6 in Toronto, aiming to recognize employers who are leading […]
Read more19 February, 2025
Nikola files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as it seeks buyer
Nikola Corp. and its Hyla hydrogen fueling subsidiary have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the U.S. and will seek to sell itself. It will continue limited operations during […]
Read more19 February, 2025
6 new trucking products that caught our eyes at ExpoCam 2025
ExpoCam 2025 saw more than 250 exhibitors showcasing the latest advancements in trucking technology, equipment, services and software. From new truck bodies and tires to alignment machines, the show displayed […]
Read more18 February, 2025
Cummins promotes two senior leaders
Cummins has announced two leadership appointments in operations and distributions, effective March 15, promoting Bonnie Fetch and Shon Wright. “Cummins is fortunate to have strong and capable leaders who are […]
Read more18 February, 2025
Quebec’s Recharge+ program renewed
Propulsion Quebec and NRCan have announced the renewal of their Recharge+ program to roll out additional electric vehicle chargers across the province. Since its launch in 2022, the program has […]
Read more18 February, 2025
Mobil Delvac celebrates 100th anniversary
Mobil Delvac is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, marking a century of its advancements in diesel engine lubrication. Launched in 1925, Delvac — which stands for Diesel Engine Lubricant […]
Read more18 February, 2025
Trans Globe Logistics and related companies in receivership
Trans Globe Logistics, Polestar Holdings and Compass Rose International Transportation were placed into receivership Jan. 15, with KPMG appointed as receiver. The companies owe RBC about $34.1 million, an amount […]
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