Trucking announcements: OTA celebrates industry’s long-serving members, Belgium honors CargoM’s Charbonneau

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. The Ontario Trucking Association recently feted members for decades of service to the industry, while Belgium honored CargoM’s executive…

Windsor study aims to update truck route network

Windsor, Ont., has launched a truck route study to help update the road network that ensures goods can move through the community which includes the cross-border…

Industry celebrates transportation workers during National Trucking Week

Messages of support and congratulations are pouring in for National Trucking Week that runs till Sept. 9, during which the industry celebrates all those who keep the economy on the…

Ontario’s online air brake learning module for renewals begins Sept. 1

The Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) is introducing a new online air brake learning module on Sept. 1, to replace the in-person air brake knowledge test at time of renewal.

Driving school making false representation, Ontario associations warn

The Truck Training School Association of Ontario (TTSAO) is warning that there is a school in the province that falsely claims to be a member of the association, but is…

OTA reminds Toronto of Gardiner’s importance ahead of reconstruction meeting

The Ontario Trucking Association (OTA) is reminding the City of Toronto how critical the Gardiner Expressway is to the economy as a key infrastructure and environment committee prepares for a…

Ontario considering changes to air brake endorsement renewal

Ontario’s proposal to introduce learning modules for drivers to maintain their air brake (Z) endorsement prior to renewing their driving licences is generating opposing views among trucking organizations. The Ontario…

OTA applauds Ford on provincial election win

The Ontario Trucking Association (OTA) is congratulating Premier Doug Ford for securing a second consecutive Progressive Conservative majority, citing several commitments to the province’s trucking industry. Preliminary results from Elections…

OTA cancels November convention due to Covid-19

TORONTO, Ont. – The Ontario Trucking Association (OTA) has canceled its annual convention and awards dinner that had been scheduled for November, citing Covid-19. The association remains committed to resuming…

Delegation highlights cargo theft, red tape

BRAMPTON, Ont. – Issues such as cargo theft and the need to reduce red tape were highlighted during a recent meeting between Ontario politicians and a delegation including representatives from…

Volvo Trucks expands over-the-air offerings

ATLANTA, Ga. – Volvo has taken the next step in its over-the-air programming capabilities, unveiling the new Parameter Plus subscription package that allows up to 50 parameter updates per…

Remote programming for all Volvo GHG17 engines

All Volvo trucks with GHG 2017 engines and factory-installed connectivity hardware are now eligible for software and parameter updates through Volvo’s Remote programming. Remote programming takes less than 20…

Mack updates over-the-air options

Mack Trucks has expanded its over-the-air software and vehicle parameter capabilities, offering more updates for those with 2017 GHG Mack engines and factory-installed hardware. Mack Over the Air was…

Ground breaks for Gordie Howe Bridge

WINDSOR, Ont. – Ground has officially broken on the new Gordie Howe International Bridge, beginning full-scale construction of a six-lane, 2.5-km cable-stay span to link Windsor, Ont. and Detroit, Mich.

Highway Robbery: The push is on to tackle clearance practices, excessive tow fees

TORONTO, Ont. -- Guy Broderick couldn’t believe the towing invoice that appeared in front of him. The task seemed so simple. An APPS Transport truck only had to be towed a single exit down Highway 401. The clean-up involved nothing more than a bit of coolant that had spilled through a failing lower rad hose. The tow alone cost $2,531 – and that’s after Broderick negotiated a $1,000 discount. The coolant cleanup was billed at another $2,260, which included a $2,000 flat-rated “environmental” fee.