Paul W. Wolford, Kinedyne vice president of sales and marketing, is dead at age 61 from cancer. Joining Kinedyne in 1981, Wolford was credited with his efforts to propel the company's growth and reputation in the following decades. ...Read the rest of this story
Three years ago, the company Convoy was founded with the goal of using technology to provide an Uber-like service for booking on-demand freight shipments. Investors like Jeff Bezos and Waymo-parent Alphabet have invested in the company, which recently surpassed $1 billion in valuation. HDT's Deborah Lockridge checked in to see what the company is working on now. ...Read the rest of this story
WINNIPEG, Man. – Payne Transportation has donated $4,000 to the Children's Wish Foundation. The funds were raised from raffles during the carrier's 6th annual Gala and Awards night, where employees and owner-operators join together to recognize achievements in safety and…...Read the rest of this story
Since the ELD Rule went into effect last year, fleets have faced challenges with hardware that isn't reliable or in compliance. Though not required by the ELD Rule, ruggedized hardware offers fleets a tough, reliable solution that can meet the most demanding conditions — and, more importantly, keep fleets in compliance and up and running. ...Read the rest of this story
BURNABY, B.C. – Xantrex, a B.C.-based company that provides onboard AC power technologies, has been purchased by Mission Critical Electronics (MCE). Xantrex was previously a part of the solar activity of Schneider Electric. “We are delighted to have Xantrex join…...Read the rest of this story
REGINA, Sask. – The Saskatchewan government announced it will implement mandatory entry-level driver training (MELT) staring March 15 for anyone looking to acquire a Class 1 commercial licence. “Saskatchewan has been working to improve standards for training curriculum and driver…...Read the rest of this story
PHOENIX, Ariz. — Nikola World will take over the WestWorld complex in Scottsdale, Arizona for two days on April 16-17, 2019. The event is said to be one to remember with product unveilings, interactive experiences, live music, food and drinks,…...Read the rest of this story