James Miller

The Growing Importance of Truck Driver Certification in the Logistics Industry

In recent discussions surrounding the trucking industry, the emphasis on standardizing truck driving through certifying it as a trade is gaining traction, albeit not without some hurdles.

Strategies for Mitigating Wildlife-Related Damage in Trucking Fleets

As wildlife collisions pose a significant risk to commercial truckers, there is an increasing focus on effective front-end protection strategies to safeguard vehicles and drivers from costly damages.

Addressing the Shortage of Truck Drivers: A Call for Support in Training

The need for support in training new truck drivers has become a pressing issue in Saskatchewan.

Descartes Systems Group Expands Final-Mile Delivery Solutions with PackageRoute

The recent acquisition of PackageRoute by Descartes Systems Group marks a significant advancement in the realm of final-mile logistics.

Deecell Unveils Innovative Solar Solutions for Sustainable Hauling

In recent developments within the transportation sector, Deecell Power Systems has introduced an innovative solar-powered unit (SPU) tailored for haulers and sleeper cabs.

Erb Transport's Stewart Jutzi Clinches Grand Champion Title Again at CORTDC

Stewart Jutzi from Erb Transport has once again made headlines by securing the esteemed Grand Champion title at the Central Ontario Regional Truck Driving Championships (CORTDC).

Innovative Vehicle Graphics Capture PMTC Awards Spotlight

The Private Motor Truck Council of Canada (PMTC) recently recognized seven outstanding winners from its 2025 Vehicle Graphics Design competition.

Enhancing Driver Satisfaction for Improved Recruitment and Retention in Logistics

Recruiting and retaining drivers is a challenge that many companies face in the logistics sector.

Declining Trailer Orders and Ongoing Freight Recession: Implications for Logistics

In this week's economic update, the focus is on the troubling trends in trailer orders, significantly affected by economic uncertainty and external pressures, leading many to predict a freight recession stretching into 2026.

Richard Simons Takes the Helm as SVP of Aftermarket Parts Sales for Mack and Volvo Trucks

Richard Simons has been appointed as the senior vice-president of aftermarket parts sales for both Mack Trucks and Volvo Trucks North America, effective from June 30.

Brampton Driver Arrested After $23.3 Million Cocaine Seizure at the Border

A truck driver from Brampton, Ontario, is facing serious legal troubles after being apprehended with a staggering 187 kg of cocaine valued at about $23.3 million in a commercial vehicle at the Blue Water port of entry in Point Edward, Ontario.

Velocity Truck Centres Launches New Dealership in Kelowna

Introduction to the New Dealership Velocity Truck Centres has recently inaugurated a new 40,000 sq.-ft. facility in Kelowna, B.C., situated at 6320 Lapointe Drive. This development marks a significant step forward in providing better services to the local trucking community and enhancing logistics operations in the region. The Facility's Features The new dealership is poised to sell a range of vehicles including Freightliner trucks, Rizon electric trucks, and Lode King trailers. Equipped to support electric trucks and those powered by hydrogen and compressed natural gas (CNG), it becomes one of only two facilities in the Okanagan region with such capabilities. Specialized Infrastructure