Based on data (preliminary in some cases), global demand for passenger vehicles in October is up by more than five percent from the year before according to the latest data from IHS Automotive (Polk). Global sales of passenger vehicles in the first ten months of the year were up about 2.83 million units (5.5%) from […]
The Canadian Freight Index started to climb in October according to the TransCore Link Logistics Canadian Freight Index, which showed improvement in October with month-over-month load volumes increasing by seven percent compared to September. Year-over-year load volumes also surpassed the previous year’s by eight percent. Cross-border load volumes averaged 68 percent of the month’s total. […]
As winter weather driving season hits the nation, Bridgestone Tires shares its expertise to help drivers prepare for the conditions by debunking four winter driving myths. Myth 1: You don’t need winter tires unless it’s snowing. A snowplow can’t clear the cold. When it comes to winter tires, temperature matters. “All tire rubber will begin […]
Miller Industries has introduced a new model of the 30 Series LCG (low center of gravity) industrial carrier with a 30,000 lb. deck capacity and optional 10,000 lb. under-lift / dock stabilizer combination. The carrier is designed for a dual rear wheel chassis with either tri-axle or a tandem with a lift axle configuration. The […]
Mack Trucks, a member of the Volvo Group, has just introduced a new vehicle for refuse customers seeking a lightweight and cost-effective vehicle that is also tough and reliable. Called the MACK®Granite® Medium Heavy Duty (MHD) rear loader, it was introduced at the 2013 Canadian Waste […]
Freightliner Trucks has announced that it is now offering twin steer chassis prep kits for its 114SD and 122SD truck models. The prep kits will serve to quickly facilitate aftermarket conversions and installation of second steer axle and heavy-duty suspensions, resulting in faster delivery to the customer. Freightliner Trucks has partnered with Baie-Saint-Paul, Quebec, Canada-based […]
