A logging truck has crashed and spilled its load on the Trans-Canada Highway in Langford. The crash happened in the northbound lanes near the West
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Month: February 2021
Isuzu begins production of gas-powered Class 5 trucks
Isuzu has begun production of its Class 5 gasoline-powered trucks. The 17,950-lb. GVWR NQR and the 19,500-lb. GVWR NRR will be powered by a 6.0-liter
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Truck drivers exempt from new border testing rules
Non-essential travelers looking to cross the Canada-U.S. border by land will soon need to show a recent negative Covid-19 test, but truck drivers continue to
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Six deaths in 1 year prompt Highway 3 safety reckoning in N.W.T.
The tragic death of Kelly Washie, who was struck and killed by a transport truck on Dec. 31, has prompted a big discussion about safety on
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Statewide crackdown underway to address ‘speeding crisis’
This week, the Minnesota Department of Public Safety (MnDPS) announced that extra law enforcement will be deployed to deal with a deadly uptick in speeding.
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German trucking company looking to dump $12M into new Chicago division
A German trucking company has announced its plans to begin operation in the US with expansion in mind. Hegelmann Group announced its plans for a
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TFI to take aim at UPS Freight’s unprofitable business
CEO vows quick action to negotiate with customers or ultimately cut them loose after acquisition closes. TFI International (NYSE: TFII) plans to aggressively improve margins
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COVID-19: Truckers hauling to the U.S. rarely leave their vehicles, remain exempt from testing
The industry says a low number of positive COVID cases from millions of trips during COVID restrictions prove testing truckers when the new rules begin
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Rookie trucker free after pot bust at border — Long-Haul Crime Log
A rookie trucker arrested and charged after U.S. border officers found $2.8 million worth of marijuana concealed in a load of Canadian pork bound for
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PennDOT truck travel restrictions set to begin Sunday
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) will begin weather-related travel restrictions starting on Sunday afternoon. In preparation for winter weather conditions, starting at noon on
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