The Canadian government leaves crucial openings for the movement of goods and U.S. citizens as it introduces an extraordinary travel ban because of coronavirus. Canadian
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Month: March 2020
Alberta truck drivers exempt from 14 day self-quarantine requirements
EDMONTON — Alberta has joined other provinces in granting truck drivers an exemption from the 14-day quarantine required for those crossing the border from the
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Lifestyle, low pay behind trucker shortage, local expert says
The trucking industry is a facing a shortage of 20,500 drivers nation-wide – a 138 per cent increase since 2016 – according to a report
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U.S. truck stops will remain open
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The association that represents the travel plaza and truck stop industry in the U.S. has confirmed that its members will remain open
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For cross-border truckers, it’s business as usual – for now
TORONTO, Ont. – “Social distancing” is the catchphrase of the year, but for longhaul truck drivers that has been a reality forever. Now, even as
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Truck driver shortage adds uncertainty to Canadian supply chains affected by COV
Young people aren’t lining up to be truck drivers even though the average annual salary is about $67,500 The job vacancy rate in the trucking
Read moreOcean Trailer opens in Surrey, B.C.
SURREY, B.C. – Ocean Trailer has opened a facility in Surrey, B.C., which will be equipped with six bay shops and will offer mobile service
Read moreCanadian fleet takes delivery of 200,000th Western Star
INNISFIL, Ont. – Western Star’s 200,000th truck is being deployed in Canada, the brand’s home and native land. Western Star was founded in 1967 and
Read moreVideo dives into New York City’s crackdown on idling trucks
Last week, New York City officials pushed a program that rewards locals with cash for reporting on idling trucks — here’s what you need to
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Ford Transit electric commercial vans coming to U.S. and Canada for 2022
In this age of Amazon, delivery to your door has become the biggest of businesses, and delivery by any means, from piece-workers’ personal vehicles to
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