Canadian Tire, NuPort Robotics to commercialize automated HD trucking technology in Canada
Canadian national retailer Canadian Tire Corp. and Toronto-based start-up NuPort Robotics Inc., an autonomous trucking company, have partnered with the Ontario government to invest $3 million to undertake an automated heavy-duty trucking project to test new technology. The companies say the technology provides a transportation solution for the middle mile, the short-haul shuttle runs that
Allison Transmission, Petro-Canada Lubricants sign factory fill transmission fluid agreement
Petro-Canada Lubricants will become the first-fill supplier of TES 668TM automatic transmission fluid for Allison Transmission, the companies announced. Using its lubricant technology, Petro-Canada Lubricants says it meets the requirements of the Allison Transmission TES 668 specification with the formulation of DuraDrive HD Synthetic 668. DuraDrive HD Synthetic 668 is specified for on-highway vehicles, including
Volvo Financial Services extends enhanced finance programs to U.S., Canada through May 29
Volvo Financial Services (VFS) is extending enhanced finance programs in the U.S. and Canada through May 29 on the purchase or lease of model-year 2020 or 2019 Volvo VNL, VNR, VNX or VHD trucks in stock. “We understand how important it is – especially during this unprecedented situation with the Coronavirus – for trucking companies
VDO RoadLog ELDs are now fully compliant with Transport Canada regulations
Continental, manufacturer of VDO RoadLog ELD, has announced that the latest versions of the company’s VDO RoadLog ELD and RoadLog Office fleet management and reporting software are fully compliant with Transport Canada Regulations for HOS (Hours Of Service) tracking and reporting. The latest release of RoadLog ELD software provides all of the features required by
The Retread Tires in the US & Canada Report releases retreading infographic
A new infographic taken from “Retread Tires in the U.S. and Canada,” a report developed in partnership with researchers from Duke University, East Carolina University, North Carolina State University and University of Michigan has been released. The report addresses a number of misconceptions about retreads, including: Myth #1: Hardly anyone uses retreads. The report found
Geotab Roadside launches in U.S. and Canada
Geotab has announced the availability of Geotab Roadside to customers across the U.S. and Canada. Geotab Roadside combines Geotab’s GPS data with a large network of service vehicles across North America to provide comprehensive roadside assistance management from initial request to completion, according to the company. Leveraging Rapitow, Geotab Roadside requires only a few simple
Petro-Canada reveals Duron oil line to meet API CK-4 and FA-4 specifications
Petro-Canada Lubricants, a Suncor business, has revealed its API CK-4 and FA-4 product line, Duron next generation, which will be available to the market on Dec. 1. Designed to surpass the demands of API CK-4 and FA-4 (formerly known as PC-11A and PC-11B) the Duron product line will be available in four performance tiers: Duron
Brenntag expands DEF network in Canada
Brenntag North America has added a fourth bulk rail transfer terminal in Canada, this one in Leduc, Alberta. Rail terminals now provide DEF to 11 additional Brenntag stocking warehouses, enhancing its DEF footprint in Canada from coast to coast.
Great Dane extends distribution network in Canada
Great Dane expanded its Universal Truck and Trailer network with a second full-service location in New Brunswick, Canada. The new location offers sales, parts and service of Great Dane Trailers, in addition to a driver’s lounge, wireless Internet and shower facilities.
Dobbs Leasing named PacLease N.A. Franchise of the Year
In 2023, Dobbs Leasing achieved a 71% year-over-year increase in total vehicles in-serviced with PacLease, while adding three new locations.
