Ontario is launching a new pilot to allow for the testing of automated vehicles on Ontario roads. Automated vehicles are driverless or self-driving vehicles that are capable of detecting the surrounding environment using artificial intelligence, sensors and global positioning system coordinates. Automated and connected vehicle technologies have the potential to help improve fuel efficiency as […]
SLH Transport, the wholly-owned subsidiary of Sears Canada celebrated its 30th anniversary as a for-hire carrier on October 6th. From its roots as an in-house transportation solution, SLH has since grown and transitioned to one of Canada’s top 10 transportation providers. “Our approach is to keep it personal and use our strong foundation to build and grow our business,” […]
The 6th Annual Trucking for a Cure convoy took place successfully on Saturday, October 3rd at the TA Travel Centre, (Hwy 401 Exit 230) in Woodstock. The overwhelming support of sponsors, fleets, drivers, volunteers and organisers helped raise awareness and generous funds for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation (CBCF). The day was packed with fun filled […]
General Motors Co. and Navistar have reached a long-term agreement to develop and assemble future medium-duty, conventional cab Class 4/5 commercial vehicles, allowing Navistar to strengthen its product lineup and GM to expand its Chevrolet commercial truck portfolio. “Bringing medium-duty conventional cab trucks back into the portfolio strengthens Chevrolet’s commitment to providing commercial customers with […]
The Container Trucking Association of Ontario (CTAO) has ended the strike after finalizing a historic agreement at 6:30pm on September 16, 2015 which was signed by CTAO and Transport Industry CEO’s. The settlement, after 9 days of tense and difficult negotiations, includes a fair percentage increase in rates for the first time in over a decade and is unprecedented in the North […]
The Container Trucking Association of Ontario (CTAO) with more than 500 members have launched a GTA-wide strike at the parking lot of Dixie Sikh Temple (Derry/Dixie) in Mississauga. The Association is demanding increase in rates, lower wait times at rail yards, and also want to be regulated and classified as skilled workers. Speaking with Road […]
Tallman Group is pleased to announce the acquisition of certain assets of Peel Truck and Trailer, effective September 1st, 2015. Peel Truck and Trailer has been servicing the transportation industry since 1971 and offers complete truck and trailer repairs, and a full Collision Center with onsite sandblasting, frame straightening capability, and two 65’ downdraft paint […]
On September 1, 2015, the rules of the road will be updated to help keep Ontarians safe. Changes include tougher penalties for distracted driving, new rules to protect cyclists and measures to ensure the safety of tow truck drivers and children riding school buses. Getting Tougher on Distracted Driving Penalties for distracted driving will include an […]
Pride Group Enterprises, a rapidly growing company involved in logistics, transportation, sales, rental and leasing of new and used truck and trailers has announced the hiring of Vikas Gupta as its new Senior Vice President for Sales and Operations. Mr. Gupta, formerly a top sales associate with Arrow Truck Sales, was for a number of […]
Trucking HR Canada’s Women with Drive initiative is launching an industry survey, looking to capture information on the role mentorship can play in supporting more women in trucking. In the summer of 2014, Trucking HR Canada conducted surveys with women working in the trucking industry to identify barriers and challenges. Women who replied recommended targeted […]