Federally regulated carriers will need to equip trucks with electronic logging devices (ELDs), but at least one jurisdiction doesn’t seem to be in any rush
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Month: June 2021
Innovative technologies planned for Gordie Howe International Bridge
Innovative technologies are anticipated for the Gordie Howe International Bridge, which is expected to be open by the end of 2024. Details have yet to be
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Smugglers outfitted trucks for ‘staggering’ drug hauls to Canada, police say
Police bust alleged international smuggling ring that installed X-ray-proof compartments to evade border scans A drug-smuggling ring used commercial trucks with secret compartments to transport
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Canadian-founded Embark Trucks SPACs up to go public in a US$614-million deal
In a before-market open announcement the creator of self-driving technology for semi-trucks says it’s going public after signing a deal to merge with special purpose
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The world’s first ever diesel trucks from Benz and Daimler in 1923
World’s first ever diesel truck from Benz & Cie. in 1923 First air-injection diesel truck from Daimler also launched in 1923 Prechamber diesel prevails from 1927
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5 cargo securement myths
Not everything you hear on the street or are told by another driver regarding cargo securement is totally accurate. Unfortunately, these misperceptions can lead to
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Mercedes-Benz Trucks to usher in a new era: World premiere of the eActros on June 30
Purely battery-powered truck for heavy-duty distribution Start of series production at the Wörth am Rhein plant in the second half of the year Close cooperation
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WATCH: Trucker tells the honest truth about pulling the horn for kids
A trucker tells the full, honest truth about laying on the horn for eager kids in this quick video. In the clip, a driver heading
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The next big driver-focused enforcement blitz is just weeks away
International Roadcheck may be over, but the next Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) enforcement effort is just around the corner. The CVSA’s Operation Safe Driver
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Take the Wheel summer road trip starts June 21st at No Frills in Cornwall
Cornwall, Ontario – This summer, the Take the Wheel mobile recruitment centre will be hitting the road. The first stop happens the morning of Monday,
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