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A Better Volvo
Performance and drivability enhancements make Volvo's 2010-engined VN780 a treat worth waiting for.
[07-Jun-10]
EOBRs Are on the Way
In the U.S., carriers violating hours-of-service rules will soon be forced to install EOBRs in all their trucks. Canadaýs up next.
[14-May-10]
Don't Roll It
A milestone study supports mandating stability control systems in all highway trucks.
[12-Apr-10]
No Secrets
There's no great mystery to driving yourself into some serious fuel economy numbers. Here's a baker's dozen of solid tips.
[03-Mar-10]
Cost Per Mile
It's one number you can't afford not to know.
[27-Jan-10]
What is CSA 2010?
Run into the States? Get ready, the DOT is moving the goalposts on you.
[06-Jan-10]
Over & Out
Ontario's tough rules on in-cab communication devices include a forthcoming ban on CB radios.
[02-Dec-09]
Third Time's the Charm
Eaton's UltraShift Plus: is this the automated manual transmission perfected?
[29-Oct-09]
Air Discs Are Coming
New stopping-distance regs can be handled by bigger S-cams in many cases, but what if you run heavy? Say hello to disc brakes.
[06-Oct-09]
Go Ahead, Shut'em Down
Improving technology means more options for key-off climate control.
[03-Sep-09]
Let's Make a Deal
Aside from that new truck scent, a used rig might have everything you're looking for - and at a price that's tough to beat.
[05-Aug-09]
Just A Good Ol' (rather, young) Boy
He was warned about farming and warned about trucking, but Andrew Mazurka is proving the doubters wrong.
[07-Jul-09]
One Green Machine
Making environmental changes doesn't always come cheap, but this owner-op found the little things can add up to make a difference.
[03-Jun-09]
Pressure Tactics
Tires are your biggest cost item after fuel, so how do you manage them?
[01-May-09]
THE ABCS of DEF
Come January, some of you will get to know diesel exhaust fluid intimately.
[08-Apr-09]
Close, but No Cigar
We're getting better with following load-securement standards, but the same old problems persist.
[06-Mar-09]
Office with a View
In this just-in-time world it's important to get up-to-date information out on the road, and it's more feasible than ever.
[03-Feb-09]
Green Light, Reg Light
B.C. plans to give truckers a free pass at weigh scales, will other provinces follow suit?
[12-Jan-09]
Dialing & Driving
Cell phones have become a distraction for many people while behind the wheel, but not all provinces are handling it the same.
[09-Dec-08]
Pandora's ECM
Ontario's new speed limiter law gives inspectors open access to hundreds of vehicle settings and parameters, as well as historic trip and operational data.
[06-Nov-08]
Keep 'Em Pumped
Properly inflated tires with the right tread pattern will reduce your fuel consumption.
[02-Oct-08]
Cummins Switches to SCR
Fuel economy concerns said to be the reason for the switch.
[04-Sep-08]
Don't Lose Your Balance
Tire and wheel balancing can solve certain problems, but if you're buying good tires, you may not need to worry about it at all.
[07-Aug-08]
MPH or MPG
Better fuel economy is a driver's choice in many cases.
[04-Jul-08]
To Hell in a Handcart
Almost any analyst will tell you, trucking has never been in such bad shape. But it will turn around; it always does.
[04-Jun-08]
Governed By Numbers
With the tabling of Bill 41 in Ontario, the speed limiter debate is really starting to heat up.
[02-May-08]
MaxxForce Test Drive
International's new 13-liter engine proves a capable and quiet alternative to big-block power in linehaul and regional applications.
[02-Apr-08]
Tough Sledding
The new breed of diesel engines offers new challenges. And still higher costs.
[04-Mar-08]
No User Serviceable Parts Inside
Over-stroking ABAs are usually a symptom of another problem. Readjusting them often just makes things worse.
[11-Feb-08]
Ontario's Super Coops
Improved traffic flow makes them more efficient. Inspectors get more face-to-face contact with drivers.
[03-Jan-08]
Ups & Downs, and Downs, and Downsý
We're heading into the first serious slump we've experienced in some time. 2008 could be the beginning of a new way of doing business for trucking.
[05-Dec-07]
Winter's Coming
Don't get caught out in the cold, prepare for winter now.
[11-Nov-07]
Rawhide Revised
Mack's new 13-litre MP8 engine will make a lot of friends in Canada.
[10-Oct-07]
The Great Equalizer
Hills or flats, forward or backward, Volvo's I-Shift manages the chore of shifting as well as any pro driver.
[31-Aug-07]
R.I.P. Cornfield Cadillac
That quaint little term of endearment hardly does justice to International's sophisticated and highly engineered ProStar.
[07-Aug-07]
A Very Tall Order
Even with all the hype, Freightliner's Cascadia is better in real life than it is on paper.
[06-Jul-07]
Against the Wind
Trailer aerodynamics are starting to matter as fuel costs soar.
[06-Jun-07]
A Real Let Down
The Department of Finance has changed the Meal Tax rules, but CRA seems to be making up its own rules as it goes along.
[01-May-07]
A Legend Refined
The T660 puts a new face on aerodynamic efficiency.
[09-Apr-07]
Automated Vs. Manual
Pit two hard-headed editors and one real professional driver against a pair of automated transmissions and one manual box and see what happens.
[13-Mar-07]
A Feeling Your Won't Forget
Rack-and-pinion steering systems and independent front suspensions are poised to appear under heavy- and medium-duty truck chassis soon.
[07-Feb-07]
HOS Basics
A primer on the major changes to Canada's new HOS rules.
[03-Jan-07]
Rate Yourself
Going it alone means setting your own rates. Here are a few things to consider before knocking on a shipper's door.
[11-Dec-06]
There's No Silver Bullet
Real gains in fuel economy are achieved incrementally, using every possible angle to your advantage
[06-Nov-06]
Grinding to a Halt
Here's how to spot impending brake trouble, and describe it to the mechanic.
[10-Oct-06]
Canned Heat
If heating is more of a concern than cooling, an auxiliary cab and/or engine heater is a cost effective alternative to a night of idling.
[18-Sep-06]
David and Goliath
An APU burns less than an eighth of the fuel to keep you warm or cool than the big powerhouse under the hood. There's a direct cost relationship too.
[14-Aug-06]
New Problems, New Solutions
Engine oil has a big job on its hands for 2007.
[16-Jul-06]
Power Plans
Whatýs going under the hood in 2007? Hereýs what the engine makers told us.
[12-Jun-06]
Footprints
There are savings to be had where the rubber meets the road.
[08-May-06]
Unflappable II
ArvinMeritor's ZF FreedomLine transmission is a perfect fit in a tank operation, and that's saying something.
[06-Apr-06]
Metal Health
The ABC's of Auto-Greasers.
[09-Mar-06]
Living with Load Brokers
The key to success is knowing who, exactly, you're doing business with.
[01-Feb-06]
A Ticking Time Bomb?
What good is a load rating on a cargo strap if the maker is free to buy labels and sew them to any strap at all?
[05-Jan-06]
Mack Launches New Engine, Trucks
Pinnacle highway tractor and MP7 engine to debut early in 2006.
[08-Dec-05]
Soot 'N Stuff
PC-10 oils have their work cut out for them for '07; Will extra filters help?
[09-Nov-05]
Power Me Up
Add an inverter to the truck and enjoy those creature comforts.
[07-Oct-05]
Dry Me a River
Air dryers are smaller and more efficient than ever, and they're very application-specific.
[09-Aug-05]
Rig-Incarnation
Thinking of re-spec’ing a used truck for a new life on the road? It’s doable, within reason.
[11-Jul-05]
We’re Almost There
Overall, drivers are doing well, but here’s a Top 5 list of what roadside inspectors say drivers are still missing.
[02-Jun-05]
The Road Ahead
Engine makers reveal their plans for ¹07 at Mid-America.
[06-May-05]
Extended Warranties
Buying peace of mind, or throwing good money after bad?
[06-Apr-05]
The Right Reefer
There’s much to consider in spec’ing a reefer.
[01-Mar-05]
Ever Been Fingerprinted?
Fingerprint records relating to criminal charges are causing big problems at the border – even if you weren’t convicted. Here’s how to clean up your past.
[07-Feb-05]
Use And Abuse Of Snow Chains
There's a right way and lots of wrong ways to use snow chains.
[05-Jan-05]
Over Achiever
Mercedes-Benz's MBE4000 is fuel-efficient, lightweight, and boasts really big stopping power. What more could a driver ask for?
[01-Dec-04]
What Goes Up Must Come Down
If you don't run to the big hills all that often, maybe a mountain-driving refresher is in order.
[29-Oct-04]
Cheap Heat
Reducing idle time needn't break the bank, or keep you grounded on a cold morning.
[01-Oct-04]
Commercial Tourists
After 24 years and seven trucks, Bob and Suzanne Ash of Palmerston, Ont., are doing what they've always dreamt of doing.
[02-Sep-04]
It’s Her Fault
Tracy and Larry Davis own 'Just Chill’n', a cool ride indeed.
[11-Aug-04]
Turning Steel into Gold
Ron Genovese has learned a lot in his 28 years of trucking. You want success? You have to work at it.
[09-Jul-04]
A Little Dab Will Do Ya
Automatic greasing systems keep a constant supply of fresh grease where you need it.
[03-Jun-04]
Looking Ahead
The engines of 2007 will be different, but you may not notice.
[11-May-04]
Keep The Shiny Side Up
Rollover crashes are easy to predict, but impossible to prevent once they’ve begun.
[02-Apr-04]
Cargo Securement
The new American rules haven’t changed dramatically, but there are a few minefields to watch for.
[05-Mar-04]
Curbing Cost
Cutting cost doesn’t always mean going without. Sometimes it’s about adding value to unproductive time.
[02-Feb-04]
Skid School
The key to regaining control during a skid is to get the wheels turning again.
[07-Jan-04]
Marking Time
Here’s a quick compliance guide to the new American hours-of-service rules.
[29-Nov-03]
A Baker’s Dozen
We looked over the year’s new products and came up with 13 that struck our fancy.
[28-Nov-03]
Mack’s Vision
This is definitely not your Uncle Floyd’s truck.
[06-Nov-03]
Brake Adjustment Woes
In ‘Bad Brakes? Part III, we look at what is easily our Achilles heel when it comes to the perception of truck safety. Can we do anything to improve the numbers?
[22-Oct-03]
Bad Brakes, Part II
Brake balance, timing, and certain plumbing and valving issues are difficult to detect, but they compromise brake performance just the same.
[09-Sep-03]
What Tires Can Tell You
Dead tires speak volumes. So listen up!
[07-Aug-03]
Mack’s Solutions
An in-depth look at Mack’s new ‘EPA’ engines with exhaust-gas recirculation, including a brief test-drive report.
[09-Jul-03]
The Gear Box
New product announcements.
[03-Jun-03]
Leveling the Field
Cargo-securement rules will become less complicated as North America moves to harmonized standards.
[03-Jun-03]
The Gear Box
New product announcements.
[07-May-03]
Drilling for Oil
Drilling into that data mine called an ECM can provide some stunning insights on fuel consumption and driving habits.
[07-May-03]
Squeezed
No truck maker will admit to making one. Every truck owner will tell you he's had one. A lemon.
[04-Apr-03]
Justice Served
A trip to small claims court can be a quick and economical way to settle a dispute.
[07-Mar-03]
The Gear Box
New product announcements.
[03-Feb-03]
Open Season on Truckers?
Greedy lawyers and sympathetic juries mean you don't want to be in court after an accident. Here's how to minimize the damage.
[03-Feb-03]
Great Expectations, Delivered
The VNL 780 is as smooth on the inside as it is on the outside.
[07-Jan-03]
The Gear Box
New product announcements.
[07-Jan-03]
Labour of Love
Company driver Ken Hostler is some proud of what he does for a living.
[06-Dec-02]
The Gear Box
New product announcements.
[04-Nov-02]
It's About Style
Western Star's LowMax has undeniable appeal, and the trade-offs are easy to take.
[04-Nov-02]
Big Job
Veteran trucker and activist Dave Marson is the first president of OBAC.
[03-Oct-02]
OBAC is Born
New owner-operator group sets agenda.
[03-Oct-02]
The Gear Box
New product announcements.
[10-Sep-02]
All for One, and One for All.
Kingsco Transport is a terrific example of the benefits of trust and co-operation.
[10-Sep-02]
The Gear Box
New product announcements.
[06-Aug-02]
The Gear Box
New product announcements.
[09-Jul-02]
The Price of Speed
Speed can be addictive, and sometimes even useful. But it's always expensive.
[09-Jul-02]
Best Lubes Ever
With all the tests they have to pass, new CI-4 engine oils are superb performers.
[06-Jun-02]
The Gear Box
New product announcements.
[06-Jun-02]
The Gear Box
New product announcements.
[06-May-02]
It's Tuneup Time
With roadside inspection blitzes coming soon, there's work to be done.
[06-May-02]
The Gear Box
New product announcements.
[04-Apr-02]
EGR Follies
Come October, engines will change in a big way. Should you buy now?
[04-Apr-02]
The Gear Box
New product announcements.
[06-Mar-02]
Road Warrior
The 4866S series cab and chassis is ideally suited for demanding terrain and difficult conditions.
[06-Mar-02]
Clearing the Way
Qualifying for a truck loan isn't always good news.
[04-Feb-02]
The Gear Box
New product announcements.
[04-Feb-02]
Truck Test: International's New 4300
International's spiffy new 4300 is a refreshing change from the medium-duty mind-set.
[11-Jan-02]
The Gear Box
New product announcements.
[11-Jan-02]
It's Your Money
It's time we explained the difference between the cost of doing business and the cost of living.
[11-Dec-01]
Grease it Yourself
Go ahead, get your hands on a grease gun.
[07-Dec-01]
The Gear Box
New product announcements.
[07-Dec-01]
A Battery Primer
It's mighty cold, dispatch is on the phone, and your buggy ain't goin' anywhere.
[07-Nov-01]
The Gear Box
New product announcements.
[07-Nov-01]
Best of the West
Shows in Grimshaw and Saskatoon redefine pride and performance.
[11-Oct-01]
September 11, 2001: the Day the Earth Stood Still
The earth may have come to a figurative halt on that early September morning, but the reverberations will be felt for years to come.
[26-Sep-01]
Lube Economics
Debate rages as new mineral-based oils challenge synthetic lubricants.
[07-Sep-01]
Driving for Dollars
There's nothing seasonal about better fuel economy. But with winter fast approaching, here's a reminder of how to put a bit of extra dough in your pocket.
[07-Sep-01]
Parking Lot Pirates
Understanding what makes the crooks tick makes it easier to prevent cargo theft.
[07-Aug-01]
The Gear Box
New product announcements.
[09-Jul-01]
King of the Hill
But who will it be? Meet the champ and the challenger at Notre Dame du Nord.
[09-Jul-01]
The Gear Box
New product announcements.
[04-Jun-01]
Truck Test: Volvo VHD
Volvo's VHD is roomy, smooth and tough. She's a contender.
[04-Jun-01]
Keep Your Cool
The nearly forgotten art of downhill braking.
[04-Jun-01]
Together We Stand
Owner-operators in Canada are a step closer to having a national voice.
[04-May-01]
The Gear Box
New product announcements.
[04-May-01]
The Gear Box
New product announcements.
[04-Apr-01]
How to Buy Fuel
Look a little harder to find the best deals.
[04-Apr-01]
Diesel's Future
Our favourite engine is under siege, but new technology should win the day.
[09-Mar-01]
The Gear Box
New product announcements.
[08-Mar-01]
Trucker Wins Meal Tax Appeal
Tax Court of Canada rules that 50% of $33.00 isn't a reasonable meal allowance.
[08-Mar-01]
The Gear Box
New product announcements.
[06-Feb-01]
Headache Racks
An ounce of prevention is worth at least a pound of cure.
[05-Feb-01]
Freightliner Launches the Long-Nose Coronado
Freightliner's new owner-operator flagship truck is the Coronado.
[04-Jan-01]
Unflappable
Automatic or manual, the FreedomLine transmission takes your clutch pedal away. You won't miss it.
[04-Jan-01]
The Gear Box
New Product Announcements.
[04-Jan-01]
The Red Rooster
One of the most interesting roadside oases you'll ever come across.
[05-Dec-00]
The Gear Box
New Product Announcements.
[05-Dec-00]
Truck Test: Peterbilt 387
If you really loved driving big trucks, you had a few days to kill, and the folks from Peterbilt called and said they had a brand spanking new 387 ready to be driven around the block, what would you do?
[05-Dec-00]
Power Inverters Mean Home Comforts
And you can save a buck in the process.
[03-Nov-00]
The Gear Box
New Product Announcements.
[03-Nov-00]
The Gear Box
New product announcements.
[04-Oct-00]
Waits and Dimensions
We've been waiting since 1988 for a national standard. We're not there yet, but we're close.
[04-Oct-00]
Truck Test: International's 9900i
We took International's 9900i up a legendary western highway.
[06-Sep-00]
The Gear Box
New Product Announcements.
[06-Sep-00]
Good Soup, Good Service
The recipe for truckstop success isn't hard to find. Just look at Murray's Esso in New Brunswick.
[06-Sep-00]
Drivelines
Spec'd carefully, driveshafts and U-joints will last for ages.
[04-Aug-00]
Trouble Ahead
What could the proposed U.S. changes mean to drivers?
[04-Aug-00]
The Gear Box
New Product Announcements
[04-Aug-00]
Oil 101
Engine oil grades and classifications are worth understanding.
[06-Jul-00]
Truck Test: Steyr 1491
The Steyr 1491 will go just about anywhere you point it.
[06-Jul-00]
Lube Filters
There isn't much that's more important than keeping your engine oil clean.
[05-Jun-00]
Truck Test: Freightliner Argosy
We put Freightliner's Argosy through its paces - and got a fried-clams lunch in the bargain.
[05-Jun-00]
Stop Now!
Air disc brakes are making a bit of a comeback, but do you want to know?
[08-May-00]
Truck Test: Sterling's SilverStar
Sterling's SilverStar is a first-class performer that's well worth a second look.
[08-May-00]
New Association Targets Fuel Prices
And wants owner-ops to be employees.
[04-Apr-00]
Truck Test: Western Star 4964 EX
Forget about a unit number, this Western Star is so big it needs an address.
[04-Apr-00]
Brake Myths Dispelled
In a perfect world, air brakes would be perfectly understood. They're not.
[04-Apr-00]
We're Bleeding
The fuel price crunch: a true killer.
[06-Mar-00]
A Manitoba Haven
Ex-trucker Art Stanley runs the Double S Truckstop an hour east of Winnipeg in Richer, Man., with his wife Debbie.
[06-Mar-00]
Torque Rules
Do you think only 'horsepower' when you dream about your next new engine? Don't. You should be buying torque too.
[06-Mar-00]
Quiet, Please
Spec your exhaust system for glamor if you like, but there's much more to it than that.
[01-Feb-00]
Stay Tuned
Getting out, wall to wall and tree-top tall.
[05-Jan-00]
Under One Roof
Edmonton's Roadking Travel Centre does it all.
[05-Jan-00]
Mack's 100th
Few companies have a stronger brand name than Mack, and it all started in a little garage in Brooklyn.
[05-Jan-00]
The 730 Truckstop, Cardinal, Ont.
Pride in ownership, as well as a strong sense of what the driver wants, built the 730 Truckstop in Cardinal, Ont.
[01-Dec-99]
Truck Test: Volvo VN 660
Volvo has plenty to brag about in the VN 660, a buggy that's no second stringer.
[30-Nov-99]
So, What Is GPS Anyway?
The global positioning system in terms we can all understand.
[27-Oct-99]
Finding Your Way
All you need to know about GPS and mapping software.
[27-Oct-99]
Buying A Used Truck
It's about value. Steer clear of what everybody else wants and lower your cost of doing business.
[19-Oct-99]
Mack's New Vision
Mack's new aerodynamic tractor seems made for drivers.
[19-Oct-99]
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