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24 April, 2026
ECONOMIC TRUCKING TRENDS: Trailer orders surprise to the upside, spot rates keeping pace with rising diesel costs
What’s moving higher faster, diesel prices or spot market rates? It depends on the type of freight you’re hauling. More on that later. First, trailer orders in March surprised analysts […]
Read more24 April, 2026
WTFC launches human trafficking awareness campaign in Ontario
The Women’s Trucking Federation of Canada (WTFC) has launched a province-wide awareness campaign aimed at combating human trafficking, using highway trailers and ONroute locations to reach victims and the public […]
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Frustrations over CBSA systems outages persist
Ongoing IT system outages at the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) are continuing to disrupt cross-border supply chains, adding costs and delays for carriers and drivers. The Canadian Trucking Alliance […]
Read more24 April, 2026
OTA encouraged by driver misclassification enforcement updates
Enforcement activity targeting non-compliance in trucking is intensifying, with federal and provincial agencies stepping up inspections and penalties, the Ontario Trucking Association (OTA) says. Updates from Employment and Social Development […]
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‘Not happy’: Carney slams N.B.’s planned toll, repeats that trade barriers should go
Prime Minister Mark Carney has criticized New Brunswick’s plan to set up a highway toll by its boundary with Nova Scotia amid efforts by his government to remove domestic trade […]
Read more24 April, 2026
Carrier survey shows weak Q1 but optimism for recovery
Freight rates and volumes declined in the first quarter, but most carriers expect conditions to improve later this year, according to a new survey. Data from the Bloomberg–Truckstop carrier survey […]
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Kingston safety blitz sidelines 13 commercial vehicles
A commercial vehicle enforcement blitz in Kingston, Ont., took 13 trucks off the road and resulted in 20 charges, police said. The April 22 initiative, conducted by Kingston Police in […]
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Bendix expands solar capacity at Mexico plant
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems has expanded solar power generation at its manufacturing campus in Acuña, Mexico, increasing renewable capacity at the site by nearly 40%. The latest project adds more […]
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Dynamic Connections buys SAFE Transportation
SAFE Transportation Services has been acquired by Dynamic Connections, expanding the buyer’s over-the-road capabilities and strengthening its presence across North America. The deal brings together two logistics providers with operations […]
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Descartes acquires Idelic to boost AI-powered fleet safety
Descartes Systems Group is expanding its fleet safety and performance capabilities with the acquisition of Idelic, a provider of AI-powered driver risk and safety management technology. The Waterloo, Ont.-based logistics […]
Read more24 April, 2026
AiLO launches three-week Tesla Semi trial on active lanes
AiLO Logistics has launched a three-week pilot of a Tesla Semi, putting the Class 8 electric truck to work on active freight lanes serving multiple customers. The Compton, Calif.-based freight […]
Read more24 April, 2026
Cargo theft grows more organized as US ranks among hardest hit countries
Cargo theft is becoming more organized and technologically driven, with criminals expanding beyond trucks to target rail shipments and exploit digital freight platforms in the United States. Globally, Brazil accounted […]
Read more24 April, 2026
AMTA honors Munkittrick with Driver of the Year award
Richard Munkittrick enjoys his work because he says it is easy to do. The 60-year-old professional longhaul trucker moves oversize loads for a living, which is not on most easy […]
Read more24 April, 2026
Rules for truck drivers won’t change amid marijuana reclassification in the US
The Trump administration’s move to reclassify marijuana will not change the rules for truck drivers, but industry groups warn it could still create confusion about what’s allowed behind the wheel. […]
Read more23 April, 2026
Ontario insurance brokers deny links to website that used their names to sell trucking insurance
An Ontario-based company offering trucking insurance quotes is raising concerns after multiple licensed brokers said they have no affiliation with the operation, despite being listed on its website as part […]
Read more23 April, 2026
Erb gets a playoff assist with Kitchener Rangers OHL team
Ontario’s Erb Transport performed a last-minute, overnight delivery run to ensure the local hockey team, the Kitchener Rangers, had their equipment in place for a game after a trailer breakdown […]
Read more23 April, 2026
TEN, Shabad Transport strike trailer lease deal amid push for financial flexibility
Transportation Equipment Network (TEN) has completed a sale-leaseback agreement with Shabad Transport Inc. covering 92 dry van trailers, in a move it says reflects carriers’ increasing desire to free up […]
Read more23 April, 2026
ATA backs push to modernize US drug testing rules for truck drivers
The American Trucking Associations (ATA) is applauding a group of U.S. lawmakers urging regulators to remove barriers that have stalled the adoption of newer drug testing methods for safety-sensitive workers, […]
Read more23 April, 2026
Brampton trucker charged after getting stuck in residential yard
A 45-year-old Brampton, Ont., truck driver is facing multiple charges after a tractor-trailer was found stuck in the front yard of a residence in Peterborough. Police say officers were called […]
Read more23 April, 2026
St. Christopher Fund raises $10,000 at Mid-America Trucking Show
The St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund (SCF) raised more than $10,000 during the 2026 Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) through a silent auction and donations collected during the event. MATS took […]
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