Big rigs continue to cause big problems in Surrey
By Janet Brown Senior Reporter
The number one problem is that land prices have risen so much, Mandeep Nagra explained. Continue reading
Trucks
OPP to close WB Hwy. 401 near London to remove big rig from median
Elgin OPP say they’re closing down the westbound lanes of Hwy. 401 around Col. Talbot Road for about two hours so crews can clear away a big rig in the centre median. Continue reading
China temporarily suspends tariffs on U.S. autos
The tax agency said Beijing will suspend a 25 per cent import charge on $66 billion of cars and trucks and a 5 per cent charge on $60 billion of auto parts. Continue reading
Saskatchewan harmonizes its wide-base single tires program with Ontario
Saskatchewan is harmonizing its wide-base single tires (WBST) program with Ontario as part of a recent commitment between the provinces to improve internal trade. Continue reading
Animal rights group pushes for safety agreement with Burlington pork plant
Toronto Pig Save says a number of close calls with truck drivers at the Fearman’s pork plant in Burlington has led them to request a safety agreement with the company. Continue reading
Kingston construction company cites safety concerns in decision not to bid on 401 projects
By Paul Soucy Videographer
A construction zone on the 401 near Napanee has seen a number of collisions this spring, leading to fatalities and highway closures. Continue reading
New bridge on Highway 1 west of Portage la Prairie in the works
By Diana Foxall Reporter
The overpass just west of Portage la Prairie on Highway 1 won’t be there for much longer – it will be replaced by a new structure instead of repaired. Continue reading
Kingston drivers baffled by Tuesday night gas price hike
Kingston drivers not impressed with Tuesday night gas price hike. Continue reading
Peterborough councillor wants truck driver training schools to pay for road wear and tear
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
The City of Peterborough will review imposing a fee on truck training schools which use city roads. Continue reading
West Kelowna council puts proposed truck routes on hold
By Kelly Hayes Video Journalist
West Kelowna council has hit the emergency brake as it attempts to designate where trucks can and cannot go through the city. Continue reading