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As Ontario looks to improve mandatory entry-level training (MELT) for new drivers, the Truck Training Schools Association of Ontario (TTSAO) has outlined a plan to certify driver instructors.
The association wants instructors to undergo a three-day cou…
Kriska Transportation Group (KTG) has acquired the Canadian and U.S. operations of Liberty Linehaul, adding 72 tractors and 157 trailers and expanding its reach into the U.S.
Liberty Linehaul is based in Ayr, Ont., and Liberty Linehaul West in Los Ange…
Lion Electric delivered 174 electric trucks and buses in the fourth quarter of 2022, generating revenue of US$46.8 million (all figures U.S.) and a net loss of $4.6 million.
For the full year, Lion delivered 519 vehicles, up from 196 in 2021, generatin…
Load volumes in Canada’s spot market softened slightly in February, according to the latest data from Loadlink Technologies.
The company chalked the decline to fewer business days in February. So far this year, the spot market has shown “solid and cons…
Bison Transport’s vice-president, human resources and people development, Linda Young was named the first ever Women with Drive Leadership Award winner.
Young was presented the award at the end of Trucking HR Canada’s Women with Drive conference in Mis…
Sheehan’s Truck Centre of Burlington, Ont., was named Volvo Trucks North America’s top Canadian dealer, recognizing achievements in sales targets, business growth, and customer satisfaction.
Ballard Truck Center in Massachusetts was named top U.S. deal…
More than $72 million in equipment changed hands at Ritchie Bros. latest auction in Edmonton.
The three-day auction attracted 15,300 bidders from more than 40 countries. More than 5,500 items were sold March 1-3, with 93% sold to Canadians and 62% to A…
Transport LFL has announced it has acquired JE Fortin, which celebrates its 100th anniversary this year.
“It was after a long selection process with the Fortin family that we reached this agreement. Our values and our missions have facilita…
February Class 8 orders were 22,800 units, according to preliminary data from FTR, a 13% increase from January and up 10% year over year.
FTR says the stable activity indicates orders may level out at about 20,000 units per month.
“Orders likely are b…
Nikola Corporation CEO Michael Lohscheller sees Canada as one of the most promising global markets for its hydrogen fuel cell trucks and aims to have its first trucks on the road here by next year.
The manufacturer has already been demonstrating its te…