What’s Happening Lafarge Canada has achieved a notable breakthrough in its sustainability endeavors, embarking on a path to net-zero emissions. The company announced the introduction
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Big Idaho Potato Truck crosses into Canada on its way to Alaska
After 11 years of exploring destinations in the U.S., the Big Idaho Potato Truck entered Canada on July 13. The truck was on its to
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15 alleged members of crime ring arrested after $9M of cargo, dozens of trucks stolen
People arrested range in age from 22 to 45 years old, face 73 charges in total Fifteen people who were allegedly part of an organized
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Vintage trucks hold impromptu Canada Day parade in Port Alberni
Antique Trucks and Machinery Show coming to Port Alberni in September Although there was no official Canada Day parade in Port Alberni this year, some
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Mercedes-Benz introduces “Automatic Lane Change” function for European market
New feature enables automatic overtaking of slower vehicles With the “Automatic Lane Change” function, Mercedes-Benz will be offering a further intelligent development of its driving
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Ontario launches trucker training program
To help fill thousands of job vacancies in the trucking industry, the Ontario government is investing in a trucker training program where participants receive up
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New federal fines for Hours of Service, ELDs, range from $300 to $2,000
Truck drivers and carriers face 60 new federal fines for Hours-of-Service violations – including those specific to mandated electronic logging devices (ELDs). Coming in three
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Stay vigilant about safety compliance with mock audits
Preparing for an audit now can help avoid detrimental consequences of less-than-satisfactory safety ratings later Mock audits are an essential tool for motor carriers to
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OTA Lauds Ontario Move to Licence temp Agencies
Agencies and recruiters who exploit workers in Ontario will face the toughest penalties in Canada, the government announced. The Ontario government is protecting vulnerable and
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University Wants Truckers’ Feedback on Rest Areas
The School of Public Health University of Saskatchewan is looking for long-haul truck drivers across Canada to express views and perspectives on what types of amenities
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