Winter driving in Canada means braving conditions that are sometimes less than ideal. Be prepared for snowy road conditions and freezing temperatures with these tips from the experts at UPS Canada for accident-free driving: • Winterize your vehicle. Check your fluids and make sure your vehicle has winter tires. • Minimize distractions. Leave your phone out of […]
Power management company Eaton in collaboration with Cummins have expanded their lineup of integrated ISX15 SmartAdvantage Powertrains to provide customers with additional choices tailored to their unique application and operations. A new SmartAdvantage direct drive ratio is now available, and new engine ratings for the small-step overdrive ratios are being announced. The new SmartAdvantage direct drive ratio […]
The Emterra Group officially opened its fourth state-of-the-art compressed natural gas (CNG) fuelling station in Canada on October 26th. This is the largest CNG fuelling station in Canada open to the public. Located at 1611 Britannia Road in Mississauga, the CNG fuelling station is a key part of Emterra’s new capability to provide recycling and […]
Ontario is moving forward with its plan to help lower auto insurance rates by requiring all insurance companies in the province to provide a discount for drivers who buy and install winter tires, starting January 1, 2016. Winter tires enhance safety and reduce the likelihood of collisions by improving traction, braking and handling in frost, […]
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 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 […]
Volvo Trucks North America has introduced pre-paid preventive maintenance plans as part of the company’s ongoing effort to reduce customers’ operating costs. The maintenance plans cover all model year 2011 and newer Volvo models powered by Volvo D11, D13 or D16 engines and align with the new service intervals announced earlier this year. Volvo Premium […]
Beaver Truck Centre, Manitoba’s award-winning Volvo and Hino dealership has announced the plan to open a new location in Brandon, Manitoba. Patrick Southall and Norm Verboom, who are respected professionals in the transportation industry, will lead the company’s move to serve customers in Brandon’s thriving market. The recently completed Beaver Truck Volvo dealership is conveniently […]