Based on escalating concerns by the carrier and truck driver community about deteriorating highway safety and infrastructure conditions in Northern Ontario, the Ontario Trucking Association (OTA) recently launched a comprehensive survey, in which nearly all (96%) of respondents identified persistent problems for travellers and businesses in the region. The survey, which included about 680 participants, […]
The number and rate of auto thefts across the country has grown significantly in recent years. One possible reason for this shift is that thieves are now sending the cars they steal directly overseas, where they become harder to track and recover. Fraud has a significant impact on insurance: not only does it pose serious […]
73% fear their vehicle will be stolen Auto theft is a crisis right across Ontario, but Brampton residents are feeling it most acutely, according to a poll commissioned by Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC). “The auto theft crisis is creating unsafe communities – 73% of Brampton residents are concerned that their car will be stolen. And with good reason. The number of […]
Ontario’s harsh winter weather can be hard on your vehicle. But if you can prepare your car for the extreme weather our province can experience, you’ll be ready to handle any incidents during the season. Here’s a step-by-step guide on what you can do to get your car winter-ready. Do a general check-upYou’ll want to […]
Having your car stolen can feel like a violation. It’s a terrible and overwhelming experience that can leave you feeling vulnerable. A rapid rise in auto thefts has been happening in Canada in the last couple of years. This increase is something that hasn’t been seen here before, and it’s not expected to slow down […]
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Upjit Kansal fuels her motivation by meeting people and hearing their stories. The business development officer at JD Factors in Mississauga, Ont., feels very happy when clients call to say thank you after receiving money they requested. Her factoring company provides cash to clients for their businesses when it may not be available through banks […]
Going the extra mile to ensure a rapid and smooth transition into her organization helps Ravneet Khroud recruit and retain professional drivers. When truckers apply for a job, they want the paperwork and formalities processed quickly so they can hit the road and start working. “There is pressure when you find the right candidate, and […]
A few bad apples ruin the reputation of an entire industry, said Sukhraj Sandhu, vice-president of the AZ Canadian Truckers Association (AZCTA). Sandhu said some people are using loopholes in Ontario’s MELT (Mandatory Entry Level Training) program, to obtain their commercial driving licences without undergoing proper training. He was reacting to reports that Ontario and […]
The urge to create art is so overwhelming that Jaswant Singh must stop what he is doing, grab a sketch pen and record the idea. When he’s driving a truck, he can’t just slam on the brakes, so he creates a mental memory by repeating the idea like a mantra. “I drive a truck to […]