This week, one of the largest suppliers of trucking and logistics services in Canada announced a major layoff as the COVID-19 crisis stifles the economy.
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Michigan closes more restroom facilities
LANSING, Mich. – Michigan has announced the closure of restroom facilities at five more Welcome Centers following the layoff of maintenance employees due to Covid-19.
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Today’s Pickup: Day & Ross to test hydrogen-injection engine technology
Canadian trucking firm is piloting a carbon emission reduction technology that involves the injection of hydrogen into the engine. Hartland, New Brunswick, Canada-based Ottaway Motor
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CBSA: Truck arrivals declined 33% last week
OTTAWA, Ont. – Trucks entering Canada declined nearly 33% during the week of April 20 to April 26, compared to the same period last year,
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APTA blasts Saint John proposal to raise $1M from truck permits
SAINT JOHN, N.B. – Saint John has come under fire over a proposal to generate $1 million through permit fees from heavy vehicles hauling goods
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B.C. allowing food trucks at provincially-owned locations
VICTORIA, B.C. – British Columbia is allowing food trucks to set up at provincially-owned locations throughout the province, to help feed truckers. It is foregoing
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People entering Canada could face a $750,000 fine if they don’t quarantine for 14 days — even if they don’t show coronavirus symptoms
Canada has imposed strict punishments for those who break its coronavirus rules. Everyone entering the country will be required to quarantine except essential workers, like
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Transport Canada releases more details about driver masks
OTTAWA, Ont. – Transport Canada is offering additional guidance for vehicle operators who wear face coverings to help minimize the spread of Covid-19. The Public
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Charger Logistics taps Istobal for truck washing solutions
Istobal’s HW’Intrawash autonomous cleaning system for refrigerated and dry van trailers is engineered to clean a 53-foot trailer in about 13 minutes. With the coronavirus
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Air Canada Suspends Flights To U.S.
Air Canada has temporarily suspended flights to the United States after the announcement was made to extend restrictions on the border between Canada and the
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