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On a personal note, the plow driver that was killed was a former coworker of mine 30 years ago. Lately, the news has been reporting an unusually high number of collisions involving snow plows, including one that resulted in the...
Many commercial vehicles have chains for different purposes. They may be tire chains hung on the unit year-round, cargo securement chains, and/or safety chains used for trailers. At all times, these chains need to be properly secured. A part of...
The news lately has been full of stories regarding trucks losing tires and wheels. About 95% of these issues can be traced to 2 causes, both of which are easily detected by even a cursory pretrip inspection. The first and...
CTA Seeks Feedback on Barriers to Interprovincial Trucking
The Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) is seeking feedback from its members on barriers in inter-provincial trucking that create logistical and operational issues for trucking fleets. In addition, they are asking for input...
If you are a trucker, chances are you prefer driving to doing paperwork. Many professional drivers detest the seemingly-endless paperwork that is a part of trucking. However, all of that paperwork is needed for some reason or another. Your company...
A year for change to mandatory entry-level training
The question is, “How much?”
By Mike Millian, President of the Private Motor Truck Council of Canada 2024 promises new and positive steps regarding mandatory entry-level training (MELT) in Canada. For starters, Newfoundland officially...
CBP, CBSA to conduct NEXUS and FAST Enrollment Event at Oroville/Osoyoos Port of Entry OROVILLE, Wash. — U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Office of Field Operations would like to announce dates for an upcoming NEXUS and FAST enrollment event...
How to Navigate an Insurance Audit: A Step-by-Step Guide for Transportation Executives and Safety Managers Achieving operational excellence in the fast-paced world of transportation demands more than simply getting from point A to point B. The insurance audit is a...
We have all experienced it. Fatigued while driving, or as it’s often referred to, “Snooze Control”. Driving while tired is very dangerous, to say the least. Knowing what to watch for, and what can be done to reduce the...
E-Bulletin
March 20/2024 Good afternoon, As you may know, the B.C. Ministry of Transportation & Infrastructure recently announced two new regulatory requirements coming into force this spring: By April 5, 2024: Speed Limiters must be activated, set and accurately programmed to a maximum rate...
