Orange EV builds 1,000th electric terminal truck

Orange EV has produced its 1,000th electric terminal truck, which was delivered to Lazer Logistics for deployment in California. Orange EV, founded in 2015, has built electric terminal tractors that…

VMC reports $150-million backlog for electric vehicles

Canadian electric truck maker Vicinity Motor Corp. (VMC) narrowed losses in the third quarter and is sitting on US$150 million in orders, the company reported in its Q3 earnings. Its…

Autonomous trucks cutting a path in forestry sector

In an untamed Quebec forest, a Canada lynx watches curiously from the bush as a platoon of Mack Granite logging trucks, one of them operated autonomously, passes by on a…

Lion Electric delivered 245 vehicles in Q3, 268 trucks on order books

Lion Electric nearly doubled revenues in the third quarter, up $39.4 million to $80.3 million (all figures U.S.) on deliveries of 245 vehicles. However, the company posted a net loss…

EPA to study risks of tire-toughening chemical, 6PPD

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is taking a closer look at a common chemical used to make vehicle tires more durable, in the wake of a petition raising concerns…

Ocean Trailer opens new Prince Rupert location

Ocean Trailer has opened a newly constructed dealership in Prince Rupert, B.C. The facility, located at 201 Skeena Drive, features five service bays, a wash bay and parts department, all…

DTNA inks long-term battery supply deal with Hexagon Purus

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) will work with Hexagon Purus to completely integrate battery packs for the battery-electric Freightliner eM2 for vocational applications. Earlier this year, Hexagon Purus built a…

Nikola BEV recall hits bottom line in Q3

Nikola posted its Q3 earnings today, revealing that a recall affecting its battery-electric trucks cost the company $61.8 million (all figures USD), driving the company’s net loss on the quarter…

Loblaw deploys two Volvo VNR Electric trucks in Montreal area

Food and pharmacy retailer Loblaw Companies has deployed two Class 8 Volvo VNR Electric trucks to service its grocery stores in the Greater Montreal Area. “It is a win-win opportunity…

Mack showcases MD Electric, new Truck-as-a-Service subscription model

Mack Trucks took the wraps off its MD Electric Class 6/7 truck this week as it prepares to begin production in the fourth quarter. It’s also bringing to life a…

Trailcon Leasing opens facility in Balzac, Alta.

Trailcon Leasing, a provider of trailer leasing, rental, and maintenance services, has opened a facility in Balzac, Alta. (Photo: Trailcon Leasing) The new location off Highway 2 has designated…

ELD technical standards under review, other challenges remain: PMTC chairman

Transport Canada is in the midst of reviewing technical standards for electronic logging devices (ELDs) just as the number of certification bodies is about to shrink. Ninety-eight devices from 45…

Martins launches three sub-brands

Tire equipment supplier Martins has launched three sub-brands – tiretools, tirestow and tiresupp. (Photo: Martins) tiretools will provide tire equipment and storage solutions, while tirestow offers a seamless experience…

Northbridge can claim tax credits for trucking company policies, court rules

Northbridge Insurance is allowed to claim GST input tax credits for insurance policies it issued to trucking companies operating in both Canada and the United States, the Federal Court of…

Kenworth founders inducted into American Trucking and Industry Leader Hall of Fame

The founders of Kenworth Truck Company, Harry Kent and Edgar Worthington, were inducted into the 2023 American Trucking and Industry Leader Hall of Fame this week during a ceremony at…