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CONTENT SAFO / Summer 2019

PROFILES by Dr. Rishi Singh

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Dev Mangat

Dara Nagra

Satnam Singh Dhaliwal

by Jag Dhatt

Jag Dhaliwal

LIFESTYLE

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Woman in Focus Kelli Saunders

CLS53 AMG 4Matic+ by Russell Purcell

Build Your Empire, Build Your Community

Watches by Jag Dhatt

Porsche Panamera by Kelly Taylor

CUMMINS 100 Years Strong and Always Challenging the Impossible

Peterbilt 579

TECHNOLOGY

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Feasibility of Electric Trucks in the Transport Industry by Rishi Singh Development of Hydrogen Fuel Cell-Powered Trucks Sees Progress Made by Gerry Frechette Recruiting and Retaining Drivers is an urgent industry challenge. Volvo is offering solutions with an impressive list of advancements that serve drivers.

Fort Garry Industries Celebrates 100 Years of Business

Is Insurance causing Roadblocks for Factoring in Transportation?

Publisher: JGK Media Inc. Art Director Ranj Bhamra Photography Harjinder Nagi

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CONTRIBUTORS Jag Dhatt

Ranjit Singh

Rishi Singh

Jag brings with him over two decades of experience in leadership, strategic business development, and corporate marketing in a variety of industries. He has led corporate projects for companies such as Cummins, Jaguar Land Rover, BMW, Freightliner, and Volvo. Jag holds Bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and Education, and a Master’s degree in Science.

Ranjit brings with him over a decade of experience working with corporate branding, graphics, design and digital marketing. He was worked on projects for Sony, Yahoo, and Wipro as a Senior Designer and Team Leader. Ranjit has a Master’s degree in Computer Science and completed his MBA from the University of Wales, England.

Rishi Singh has a rich academic history. He is a PHD from the Department of History at the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of London, UK. He was awarded the prestigious Felix Scholarship to do his research at the university. He has also been the recipient of the University of London CRF Scholarship, the SOAS scholarship and the Charles Wallace Trust Scholarship. He taught History and Language courses at two prestigious Canadian Universities.

Kelly Taylor

Russell Purcell

Gerry Frechette

Kelly Taylor is a Winnipeg Free Press copy editor and award-winning automotive journalist. He’s been a member of the Automobile Journalists’ Association of Canada since 2001. Kelly was named Automotive Journalist of the Year in 2015 and 2002, a runner-up for the same award in 2014 an 2016 and has earned consecutive Gold Medallion and Best in Newspapers awards from the International Automotive Media Competition (2015 and 2016).

In addition to being a journalist, Russell is also a high-school teacher in Mission, BC. He has a passion for writing and has won many journalism awards. Russell is also an avid photographer, and you can see him most days with a camera in his hand. Russell’s skills behind the camera have taken him to tracks around North America shooting events such as Indycar, ALMS, NHRA and NASCAR events for various publications, teams, drivers and sponsors.

Gerry is a full-time editor, journalist and an avid photographer. He covers various topics in the automotive and transport industry and has received much praise for his work. When not working, Gerry can be seen enjoying his time in Vancouver, which he calls home. Gerry is also a long-time member of AJAC.

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Publisher’s Letter The warm days are here and JKG Media Inc. is proud to bring you the Summer Issue of South-Asian Fleet & Owner Magazine. This second issue is important because it demonstrates people’s confidence in our new venture. We will continue to strive to bring our readers and stakeholders the very best in editorial content. Milestones are worth celebrating, and for each, they carry special significance; a first step, a birthday, anniversary, or even a historical moment in a company’s history. And when thinking of these milestones, it’s important to remember that the journey was most likely filled with highs and lows. This Summer Issue celebrates various milestones, ranging from just a few years to a century. The profiles included celebrate the end results of hard work, perseverance, dedication, and commitment to building brands and organizations that have withstood the test of time. Two of the most notable milestones in the transport industry, celebrating a century in business, are Cummins and Fort Garry Industries. When over 90% of businesses fail within the first ten years, it’s quite the accomplishment that these two companies have reached 100 years, and are looking forward to many more. We hope you enjoy reading the profiles, business information, and relevant transportation topics presented in this issue. We’ve had an amazing time producing it.

- Jag Dhatt

Editor in Chief

W W W . F L E E TA N D O W N E R . C O M

DEV MANGAT CEO, United Group Of Companies

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DEV MANGAT

A Leader Who Makes Success Happen Dev Mangat’s journey to Canada is one of the most unique and remarkably inspiring stories among the many immigrant success stories of Canada.

He arrived in the year 1990 from India and began his career as the driver of a truck, followed by a job as a dispatcher at the Gill Transport Company. This South-Asian owned company, according to Dev, had greatly contributed towards providing work experience to many in the Canadian transport industry. In 1997-1998, Dev became an owner operator and started an employment agency catering to the trucking industry. Along with managing his employment agency, he also drove his truck.

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In the year 1998, Dev established another business venture – the United Training School. He steadily built a fleet

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of 7 trucks for his school. Around the year 2000, he established the United Group of Companies. He was firmly supported by his brother and his father-in-law, Makhan Singh Bajwa. Dev was able to successfully gain contracts from top Canadian corporate brands, such as Loblaws, Canadian Tire, Shoppers Drug Mart and Canada Post to name a few. Currently, Dev has a fleet of 380 trucks that includes flatbeds, straight trucking and trailers. He also has warehouses in Windsor, Montreal and Cambridge. Highly empathetic towards his employees, he designed convenient options for drivers who live far away from the business centres; thus, making life easy for his employees and their families. During the starting years, obtaining finance,

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insurance or a good team wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t easy. Since then, his friend, Avtar Singh Mangat, has been a steadfast supporter of his and is with him until today. Dev also mentioned that he would like the government of Ontario to be more accommodating towards the trucking industry. There is a shortage of truck drivers in Ontario, and this shortage can be filled if truck drivers are able to settle down in the province, as is possible in British Columbia. The United Group of Companies offers local cartage, intermodal carrier, distribution shunt services, and highway services. Dev is proud of the South-Asian community for being successful. He recognizes that his success is highly due to the contributions of his family, who sacrificed their time, did not go for vacations, and for having the patience to deal with his long

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working hours. Rupi Mangat, his wife, Manraj Mangat, his son, Ishpreet Mangat, his daughter and Dilbar Mangat, his other son stood by his side, strengthening every decision of his with their prayers and helpful deeds. His father, the Late S. Darshan Singh Mangat, has always been his inspiration and his thoughts will forever mentor his life. Dev is a creative soul, who loves promoting Punjabi theatre. He has directed, produced and acted in many theatre performances. He was recently Master of Ceremonies of Tiyan Da Mela in Brampton. The profit from this Mela (gala) was donated to Khalsa Aid, a non-profit organization aimed at helping those in times of need. He believes that whatever he has gained in life is all because of the South-Asian community. 12

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He believes that whatever he has gained in life is all because of the South-Asian community.

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Feasibility of Electric Trucks in the Transport Industry The Canadian transportation sector is currently responsible for 23 percent of green house gas emissions in the country. Heavy-duty trucking is the fastest growing sub-sector of transportation emissions, and freight accounted for almost 60% of the total 55 MT increase in emissions between 1990 and 2014. If Canada is to be one of the leaders of energy efficient nations, it has to drive towards zero emissions and low transportation modes by use of cleaner fuels. In February 2019, the European parliament reached a provisional agreement on a regulation, setting, for the first time in the EU, strict CO2 emission standards for trucks. Per the agreement, in Europe, emissions from new trucks will have to be 30% lower in 2030 compared to the 2019 emissions. These new targets intend to tackle emission levels, as well

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as bring fuel savings to transport operators and cleaner air for all Europeans. Canada, though behind European nations, has all the intentions to increase the market share of zero emissions vehicles sold in the country. The provincial government, as in Quebec, recently introduced ZEV [Zero Emission Vehicles] legislation that will require that ZEV sales reach 15.5% in Quebec by 2025. The government of Ontario recently adopted a ZEV sales target requiring that electric vehicle sales constitute at least 5% of all vehicles sold in Ontario by 2020. A federal ZEV legislation would also complement Ontario, Quebec and BCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s electric vehicle purchase incentive programs and investment in charging infrastructure; the intent to be a leader in this domain may also include the light and heavy freight sectors.

This long-term policy initiative will require technological innovations and maybe even tax credits. In the Hanover IAA commercial vehicle show, the presence of electric and hybrid trucks did give an impression that the new technology is on the rise. But the crucial question is whether the technology in the truck exhibitions is available on the roads? An educated estimate can be made that most of the trucks sold are still diesel. The rationale appears to be the cost factor. For the fleet owners and owner operators, there seems to be an unwillingness to pay more for electric trucks. It also does not increase profits. If we perceive the decision to purchase a truck by a fleet owner or owner operator from total cost of ownership (TCO) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the electric trucks are still lagging behind when it comes to the efficient diesel trucks. For example, the battery pack costs are still significantly high, and to achieve the same or lower costs than the combustion engine vehicles, it might take until 2025. Also, the space that the batteries take up can encroach on payload space.

TESLA electric trucks cannot be ignored while discussing electric trucks, since they claimed that they will achieve 800 km, 40-tonne payload on a single charge. However, this claim was contested by the Bloomberg report, which mentioned that to attain an 800 km range, the semi would need a 600 to 1000 kWh battery. This will not be cost effective. Also, it is still uncertain whether battery technology will sufficiently improve in the coming decade and within that time span, who is to say that a newer technology will not be introduced in the market? Until then, it can be suggested that combustion engine vehicles will remain dominant. The critical question for the trucking industry is what model may the industry move towards to be an energy efficient industry? And so far, it appears that if the trucking industry, the government â&#x20AC;&#x201C; both at the federal and the provincial level and other stake holders should come together and decide upon innovative, climate friendly technology â&#x20AC;&#x201C; it may signify a small beginning towards mixed a fuel transport model. - By: Rishi Singh

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WOMAN IN FOCUS Kelli Saunders

Top 100 Most Influential Women in Supply Chain PRESIDENT

Morai Logistics Inc.

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With over 30 years of experience working in the logistics industry, Kelli has taken her expertise beyond her own business goals to help inspire the future generation, especially women, to be a part of the growing logistics and supply chain industry. There is no better time to consider a career in logistics. With many job positions being created, especially in STEM educated graduates, the

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logistics and supply chain industry is growing to be a very attractive career option for today’s youth. Developments in technology, such as RFID, blockchain, automation, driverless-trucks, and ever-improving transportation management systems have been shaping a new landscape for the industry – one that is focused on tech. Even in upper management, positions such as Chief Supply Chain Officer (CSO), are no longer considered novel. In fact, they’re necessary especially in sectors like fast-moving consumer goods. Logistics as a Truly Rewarding Career Option for Today’s Youth Back in the day, consumers didn’t know much about logistics. Kelli reminisces, “there was stereotype that logistics and supply chain is all about trucks and warehouses.” But these days, developments it’s a whole different world. Indeed, 2019 is a great year for logistics growth. Consumers are now paying more attention to the supply chain of the products they buy. There are incentives on both consumers and companies to reduce the overall environmental impact transporting goods. And these, on top of the many tech developments in logistics are changing the

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perception of logistics. When asked about it, Kelli notes: “We’re now at a time where there are so many career options in logistics, but nobody knows about it. Especially women.” “It all starts in education. I’m so happy to read that programs in university specializing in logistics and supply chain are popping up all over the place,”

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says Kelli. Programs such as Purdue University’s MBA in Global Supply Chain Management or University of British Columbia’s Master of Science in Business Administration, Transportation, and Logistics are paving the way for logistics companies to hire prepared candidates. “This was not available in my day, and to climb in this career path is much more attainable.” Attracting Youth and Women to the Industry This new generation of Millennials starting to solidify their career paths are a tech-savvy generation. Born with the Internet and instant communication, Kelli notes that it offers a fresh perspective and opens up new ways to problem solve on many different business operations, “it just takes an open mind.” Because of the nature of youth today, attracting top talent won’t be easy. They have different priorities than previous generations when it comes to working conditions. Even with awareness of the industry, many large companies that are more recognized are applying the following, and logistics and supply chain should be no different: • Formal and Informal Mentorship Programs • Flexible Work Practices • Increased Visibility of Female and Young Leaders When asked if there is any advice for businessowners to attract youth and women to the logistics industry, Kelli says “If you are a leader or in a management position in the logistics industry, don’t be afraid to be a mentor. Use your years of experience and work with today’s women and youth to show them how rewarding our career path can be.” This, Kelli explains, is the key to not only securing a successful logistics operation – but also to attract a motivated “top-talent” team. About Kelli Saunders: Kelli Saunders is the president of Morai Logistics Inc., an operating agency of Mode Transportation, a multi-national transportation and logistics company. Using her growth and achievements, including WXN’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women in Canada, she actively speaks on encouraging women / young leaders to pursue rewarding careers in entrepreneurship, supply chain, and logistics.

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Build Your Empire, Build Your Community It is not a favour or a boastful move, it is a pledge to build stronger communities. TransCore Link Logistics is on a mission. That is to help the trucking community and future generations thrive.

For the last 29 years, TransCore Link Logistics has connected with tens of thousands of members of the transportation industry nationwide. They know how to network and they bring that skill to just about everything they touch. The companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s flagship product, Loadlink, is the only load board in Canada. Loadlink allows members of the transportation industry to connect and form relationships. This is truly the driving force behind the company; they are constantly striving to build communities of people who can help and benefit one another. Loadlink had a huge impact on the Canadian trucking community when it was released in 1990 and it still stands strong today. TransCore Link Logistics wanted to bring that impact to the communities that their customers live, work and serve in. This is how the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Annual Conference and Charity Golf Tournament came to life. This tournament boasts over-the-top gifts, an incredible atmosphere and unpredictable fun. You can often find attendees snacking at the poutine station, enjoying the ice

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cream truck or taking some time to relax at the beer tent.

of society,” said Norm Smyth, a representative from Kids Help Phone.

The event helps members of the industry form resilient connections in and outside of their sector. On top of this, by attending, guests can be part of a positive change as net proceeds from the event go to support children’s charities across Canada.

TransCore Link Logistics believes that youth are the backbone of society and it is important for them to be able to reach their maximum potential. This conference and golf tournament serve as a gentle reminder to get back to what is important and inspire change.

Every year a specific charity is the recipient of the bulk proceeds from the day. After the golf tournament, guests get to hear first hand from a representative of the charity. In 2018, the TransCore Link Logistics charity of choice was Kids Help Phone and they spoke about how donations, such as those from golf tournaments, directly affect them.

Attendees and TransCore customers love to be a part of this movement. Over 300 people attend the annual event and hundreds of companies donate to the cause. To date, with the help of the industry, over $300k has been raised for Canadian children’s charities.

“They (Canadian youth) are going to get the help and support that they need and be able to move forward and become vibrant people

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TransCore encourages everyone to broaden their network - trucking is larger than you think! Play, learn and celebrate at TransCore Link Logistics’ Annual Conference and Charity Golf Tournament.

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DARA NAGRA

An Outstanding Leader Who Dreams & Achieves Big CEO, Avaal Technology Solutions

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A small village Jabowal, in the Nawashahr district of Punjab, was the birthplace of Dara Nagra, who has made a mark at the North American level with his business acumen.

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Dara belonged to a landlord family. His grandparents were settled in England but his parents were based in the village. Dara’s father Harbhajan Singh Nagra and his mother Surinder Kaur Nagra were very attached to him. Unlike the usual trend in the villages, Dara’s father strongly believed that education is an important aspect of growing up. Dara received admission at the best school of Nawashahr. He continued his education in Shivalik Public School. It is in this school that he began realizing his talent to connect with people and that he had the ability to be a trailblazer. After finishing his schooling, Dara went to D.A.V College in Chandigarh. He soon was nominated to be the Proctor of School. His actions kept inspiring others to dream high, while he continued do more for his fellow students. He excelled in declamation and poetry rendition. Dara married Avneet and moved to Canada. But before this, he had the opportunity to teach at Shivalik Public School. He became the House Master of a hostel and engaged with students

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with affection. He strongly advocated the introduction of cultural activities in his school and taught students to always give their 100% to any task in hand. He believes that his success is owed to the best wishes of all of his students. Once he moved to Canada, Dara went through all the struggles to get a job. He worked with the Toronto Star, a bakery shop and AGF, selling financial solutions. He excelled in everything he did and reached the top level within all institutions he worked at. In the year 2000, he began working for an American company ADEXA, that specialized in supply chain management and was based in California. The job gave him opportunities to travel to various parts of the world to train and sell to world’s leading companies. Like an aspiring leader, he went out of his way and bought a computer store. He had realized by now that he was a good trainer and felt comfortable in teaching about technology. He started AVAAL Technology Solutions in 2003. He finished his MBA from Lansbridge University in Technology Innovation. During his MBA, he worked on a thesis of expanding small businesses into medium ones. Dara wanted to implement his knowledge in real life and hence left his job to give 100% to AVAAL. He had learned during his research that the trucking industry was one of the most promising industries in North America. He realized that it was not seen as a business. Thus, he designed a four-day dispatcher training program. This March, the 152nd class graduated from this successful program. He kept expanding his business and began offering consultancy services to new start-ups. His business incorporated all aspects of trucking, such as fleet management, order management and accounting, in one module. His two pillars are the AVAAL Express (desktop) and AVAAL Freight Management (cloud-based). In 2005, the US government introduced ACE (Automated Commercial Environment) that regulates every trucking company is required to send their manifest. AVAAL works with both the US and Canadian government cross border processes and facilitates trucking companies to work through these processes appropriately. Dara’s company established 24-hour help desks for trucking companies. It did not stop there, as Dara established more branches in Surrey, Winnipeg and even an office in India. Today,

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AVAAL works with US and Canada government cross border processes and facilitates trucking companies to work through these processes efficiently using AVAAL’s ACE/ACI eManifest online portal.

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AVAAL has offices in India, Canada and USA and has a strong employee base of over 200 people. Dara believes that his success would not be possible without the support of his parents and wife Avneet. He is blessed with two sons, Tejbir and Parmbir and daughter Kiranjit. Both his sons attend university and his daughter is in grade ten. Dara did not leave his interest of organizing cultural events. His company’s annual corporate party is sought after by many people across Canada. He believes in supporting Sick Kids and also sponsors the Holi Gala at William Oslers Hospital. He supports many world kabaddi (Indian wrestling) events in Ontario and India.

From his successful life’s journey, Dara says,

“Believe in yourself and never do anything half heartedly! Engage with your mission 100% - you will succeed!” and Dara’s favorite life slogan is “Zindagi na milegi dobara!” means “life only comes once!”

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“Awpxy Awp qy ivSvws kro Aqy kdI vI kMm A`Dy mn nwl nw kro - Awpxy imSn nwl 100% juVo - qusIN kwmXwb hovogy” “auh kihMdw hY izMdgI nw imlygI dubwrw” Summer 2019

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Cummins

100 Years Strong and Always Challenging the Impossible Some consider reaching ten years as a milestone, while others would think of twenty-five or fifty years as being more worthy of the word. However, when you’ve reached one hundred years, it definitely is a true milestone, and for Cummins, it’s just another beginning.

By: Jag Dhatt

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Founded in 1919 in Columbus, Indiana, Cummins was built upon the same values and principles that are followed today. And it’s for this reason that the company has continued to flourish, always setting the bar higher by building dependable products that customers have come to rely on for all their needs. What started with just four employees in a small warehouse one hundred years ago has now grown to a global company of more than 58,000 men and women who are ready to “Challenge the Impossible,” Cummins’ renewed

theme for the next century. CEO Tom Linebarger, who has been at the helm of Cummins since 2012, says that it’s never easy for an independent company to last one hundred years. “It’s a really important milestone for our company,” says Linebarger, emphasizing that it’s the Cummins community that really makes the difference. It’s a sentiment shared by all those who work for the company. Zack Gillen, President Western Canada, says, “I joined Cummins in 2002 when the company was really struggling financially…[but] perseverance is a big part of our story. So is the trust that thousands of customers have put in Cummins.” And the trust from customers has shown in recent financial reports, with the company having a record

year in 2018, a 16% increase from 2017. Once again, it follows the founders’ spirited vision on innovation. When Cummins first adapted the diesel engine, it was for the local market. Little did the founders know the impact their technology would have all over the world, with expansion to Brazil, China, India, and the United Kingdom. And today, the company continues to be world leaders in clean diesel and natural gas technology. But that’s not all. In 2017, ahead of Tesla, Cummins launched AEOS, the world’s first electric heavy-duty truck. Named after one of the four flying horses that that pulled the chariot of the god Helios across the sky (and the Sun with it), AEOS is expected to come into production in 2019. And products like the AEOS are all thanks to the company’s employees. “Our employees tackle challenges every day and we’d like to thank them for believing in our mission to power a more prosperous world and living our values every day,” says Linebarger. Jasmine Kang, Branch Manager in Surrey, BC, has over eleven years of history with Cummins and comes to work every day because the brand represents a caring environment. “Even though Cummins is a large organization, it still has a family-oriented environment, where each employee is cared for,” says Kang. “And more important, diversity and inclusion are a Cummins value, where every prospective employee is given a fair opportunity to join or grow their career based on performance,” continues Kang. Anthony Cikes, who has been with Cummins for over twelve years, says joining Cummins wasn’t an easy task because they hire the best. “I wanted to work with Cummins because it’s a

solid organization and today, I’m proud to work with the brand.” Another person who is a solid ambassador of the brand is Ron Wilson, who has been with Cummins for thirty-four years, at all three levels – factory, division offices, and distribution. “Cummins has always looked at diversity to strengthen the community and brand. I’ve stayed with Cummins because I’ve been given opportunities internally that others would seek out elsewhere. That’s why I have not gone anywhere else,” says Wilson. And those are words that a newcomer to the company wants to hear. Irina Novikova recently joined the company a mere nine months ago, in the Business Development department. “It’s nice to work with a company that follows its values,” says Novikova. “I want to stay and grow with the company, perhaps lead the corporate development team in Canada.” “Ninety percentage of all companies fail within ten years,” says Gillen. “This statistic is mindboggling to me and it makes me feel incredibly fortunate to work for a company that just turned one hundred. And as we look to the next one hundred years, we are more determined than ever to continuously reinvent our portfolio of solutions to power a world that is Always On.” The world has seen immense changes since Cummins’ first opened for business, but the company’s commitment to its mission, vision and values, and Cummins’ brand promise of innovation and dependability remains the same. This commitment has benefitted everyone on a global scale and will continue to guide Cummins for the next 100 years.

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Development of Hydrogen Fuel Cell-Powered Trucks Sees Progress Made By: Gerry Frechette

The rush towards the electrification of the motor vehicle seems to take on more urgency each year, with all the dire warnings about climate change caused by carbon emissions. We all know about the various types of Battery Electric Vehicles, but fewer know about Hydrogen Fuel Cell electrics, and that they may hold the answer for large commercial vehicles being able to participate in the revolution. At the recent Impulse Summit for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in Vancouver, attendees were 32 I

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essentially given an update on what is turning into a long, drawn-out procedure to get Fuel Cell-powered vehicles established in the publicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s consciousness, as much as pure battery electrics are. After a few decades of fuel cell development, we are still at the stage of there being only a handful of hydrogen filling stations in all of Canada, and only three manufacturers making tentative efforts to sell HFC cars here. As Randy MacEwen, CEO of Ballard Power, pointed out, transport of all kinds is responsible for 22 percent of global energy-related greenhouse gas emissions, and they are increasing at a faster rate than any other sector. Within that transport sector, urbanization and E-commerce growth are leading to an increased number of commercial vehicles on the road. It is projected that freight volume will increase by some 40 percent by the year 2050.

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The factors that make battery electrics less than optimal, and fuel cells a very promising alternative in light-duty vehicles like cars, are magnified when it comes to heavy commercial vehicles. Ballard, which obviously has a vested interest, points out that hydrogen fuel cell-powered trucks would equal or exceed existing diesel technology in power, range, and ease and speed of refueling, all with little or no decrease in payload, thanks to not needing to haul around thousands of pounds of batteries, all of which would take hours to recharge at least once per day. The downside currently is, of course, that there are far fewer hydrogen filling stations than there are diesel ones, or AC electrical outlets, for that matter.. The major manufacturers have been researching and developing fuel cell technology for decades, and Hyundai, for one, is ready for series production of its ten-ton fuel cell truck. Indeed, a group of industries in Switzerland have taken the initiative and ordered no fewer than 1,600 such trucks, and the four seasons and hilly terrain of that country should provide a stern test of the technology. By 2030, Hyundai plans to have produced some 500,000 fuel cell-powered commercial trucks. One interesting equation put forward by Hyundai is that an economic case can be made for one H2 filling station for every ten trucks in a fleet. Obviously a company with dozens or hundreds of units would be looking at a significant investment in refueling infrastructure. Another factor to consider is the cost parity between a pure battery electric commercial truck, and the same size hydrogen fuel cell truck. Between 60 and 110 miles of driving range, the production costs of the two technologies are equal. Below 60 miles range, the BEV is slightly cheaper. Above 110 miles of range, the FCEV costs less per mile of range, at a difference that widens as range is added.

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While development and testing has been slow to ramp up here, there is encouraging news from Alberta. Canada’s first such project will be led by the Alberta Motor Transport Association. The $15 million project will develop two heavy-duty, 65-ton trucks with fuel cell power. It will take until 2022 to get the trucks on the road, at which point they will begin a three-year test, hauling freight between Calgary and Edmonton on a regular schedule.

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Hopefully, this will be a catalyst towards the development and deployment in Canada of many more Hydrogen-fueled trucks in the near future, so that the trucking industry can play its part in the de-carbonization of the transport sector.

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His brother, Harpal Singh Dhaliwal, had arrived in Canada in 1981 at a time when there were not many job opportunities available to him. He soon discovered that the South-Asian community was engaged in driving taxis in large numbers, but only a meagre number were engaged in the trucking industry. He thought of exploring the option to work as a trucker and got his license in 1982, after which he began working for various companies. He had limited capital, resources

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sqnwm isMG DwlIvwl ie`k pRBwvSwlI AwgU “koeI vI sPl ibjins ie`k v`fI Aqy vDIAw tIm ibnW A`gy v`D nhIN skdw”

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and time, but was clear in mind that he wanted to be an entrepreneur. His constraints were many and it seemed quite challenging to overcome his problems. Nonetheless, he worked hard, built a team and started his first business in 1989. His school friend, Hazoora Singh Dhaliwal, arrived in Canada and joined him in his business in the same year. He was trained in various aspects of the trucking industry from Mr. Dhaliwal. In 1991, his younger brother, Satnam, joined him. Now, that the team was complete, he soon began increasing their fleet ownership. As it happened in a matter of a few years, who would’ve thought that the business would expand in such a short span of time? In 2006, Harpal formed Autolinx Express Inc. and registered it as a Commercial Vehicle Operator. In the same year, he set up his own office, and started on the path of growth. Autolinx Express Inc., that is now over 150 trucks and 250 trailers strong, has robust business ethics. They are committed to serve their customer on time. Once the customer has engaged Autolinx’s services, the customer then need not to worry about any aspect of their freight, such as resources involved, equipment necessary to perform documentation and certifications or handling of their specialized needs throughout North America. They deliver refrigerated truckloads to all parts of Canada and the USA. According to Satnam, Autolinx’s fleet delivers freight from Southern Ontario to all states of North America reliably and punctually. Their entire fleet is connected with a GPS system and hence provides real time location visibility of all their trucks. The Autolinx fleet is driven by the industry’s best trained drivers carrying small and large freights to all corners of North America. According to Satnam, the trucking industry faced a period of uncertainty

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during the negotiations of the free trade agreement between USA, Canada and Mexico. But now, since the new agreement has been in place, the trucking industry is much relieved to not have lost much business with USA. Although the industry is concerned about on-going discussions with the United States of America regarding metals trade such as aluminium and steel trade issues, there is optimism about the negotiations. There is no business that can grow without a great team. Autolinx’s work force is diverse with employees from all cultural and faith groups. The Dhaliwal brothers are strong advocates of building a strong Canadian business with high Canadian values. With a staff of over 200, their business has expanded with contributions of all employees since 1997. They take good care of their staff by providing regular training sessions. Like most trucking businesses in Ontario, the issue of the lack of drivers bothers Satnam. He would like the government to make flexible policies that may help young drivers to not only make a career, but also settle in Canada. The other aspect that would help established trucking businesses would be to work towards friendly insurance costs for trucking companies. There is no successful business without strong support of family. Satnam is fortunate to have strong support in his family. His wife, Harinder Kaur Dhaliwal, has given him unstinting support by creating a positive culture at home. Satnam’s family received a lot of support from his late mother, Sukhjinder Kaur, and continues to receive blessings from his father, Gurdial Singh. His children are extraordinarily community driven. His elder daughter, Amrit Kaur Dhaliwal, teaches at Khalsa School, and his younger daughter, Simran Kaur Dhaliwal has a Ph.D. from York University and teaches at both York and Humber college. His son, Pritam Singh Dhaliwal, helps in the business and spends time in community service. Satnam Singh Dhaliwal, along with his elder brother, Harpal Singh Dhaliwal, believe in sharing their earnings with the community. They support a girl’s college, Guru Nanak Mission Girl’s college in District Moga,

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Punjab, India. This college works towards women empowerment by giving quality education to girls in need. The brothers are ardent supporters of the game of Kabaddi (Indian wrestling) and also sponsor some of the biggest tournaments of Kabaddi. Additionally, they have been supporting soccer tournaments in Ontario.

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Satnam Singh Dhaliwal has built a strong trucking business that is contributing towards the Canadian economy.

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With strong values in his faith, he suggests that everyone should work hard and share their earnings with all.

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CLS53 AMG 4Matic+ When MercedesBenz rolled the CLS into dealer showrooms back in 2003 it introduced the consumer to a new design concept - the sedan coupe. The CLS offered all the room and versatility of a sedan platform but wrapped in a package that looked more like a sleek and stylish coupé. Sure, a little rear headroom had to be sacrificed by the sloping rear roof line, but the uptake in visual curb-appeal was worth the cost. The CLS was recently given a thorough makeover, and the third-generation of this trendsetting model emerged with a new level of refinement, more curvaceous bodylines, lots of high-tech amenities, and for model 2019, a technological marvel of an engine. The CLS Coupé is setting the stage for the brand moving forward by introducing the company’s new design language. The car itself is a little larger than its predecessor 42 I

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but bests the outgoing car when it comes to overall aerodynamic efficiency. Many of these latter gains come from reworking the car’s body to reduce the number of sharp lines and trim pieces that may disrupt airflow. The end result looks slippery, sleek and very dynamic. The car’s long hood slopes forward at a more aggressive angle and new slender LED high performance headlights have been integrated with the body so that they follow the body lines and enhance the design rather than look bolted on. A bold, wide-mouthed diamond pattern grille and AMG designed front fascia announces this car’s arrival and hints at its performance potential. The rear of the car is more tapered and also features a new LED lighting system

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with innovative Edge Light technology. The overall look is a design study in aerodynamic efficiency as it is bereft of the excess trim pieces and plumage often associated with cars in this segment. All that remains is a subtle trunk spoiler, a tidy rear apron, and four flushmounted chrome exhaust tips. Under the seemingly endless hood you will find one of the most unique engines available today. The CLS53 features a 3.0-litre bi-turbo inline-six cylinder engine that produces a healthy 429-horsepower and a 384 footpounds of torque. However, this engine has a secret weapon in the form of EQ Boost. The EQ Boost starter-alternator supports the combustion engine with additional power and torque (boost) as required and the gains

are quite impressive. Under hard acceleration the EQ Boost uses its 48-Volt vehicle electrical system to generate up to 21-horsepower and 184 lb.-ft of torque. This clever system will reclaim energy during braking and on overrun, which helps reduce both fuel consumption and overall CO2 emissions. Sure some will miss the throaty growl of the AMG-tuned V8 that used to power the CLS, but I must admit that this car still managed to satiate my enthusiast needs while being a more eco-friendly platform. The EQ Boost starter-alternator also brings along additional hybrid functions such as Silent Start - almost imperceptible starting of the engine and it controls idling which allows it to turn the engine off when the vehicle is rolling to a stop or coasting on the highway.

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Acceleration is strong, as the CLS53 AMG will catapult from a standstill to 100 kilometres-perhour in 4.5 seconds. The EQ Boost power fills the gap while the car’s turbocharger spools up as you press down on the accelerator, and as a result, there is no sign of turbo-lag. Shifting duties are handled by an AMG 9-speed gearbox that has been designed to accommodate quick starts as well as optimal cruising efficiency. The CLS53 AMG is equipped with AMG 4MATIC+ Variable All-Wheel Drive, guaranteeing that with the proper tire and driver skill this car will be suitable for four season use. The CLS53 is equipped with AMG Dynamic Select to allow the driver to adjust the car’s suspension and optimize the performance of the throttle, chassis, gearbox and exhaust. It also benefits from AMG Ride Control+ which offers three stages of suspension damping. The car is equipped with a special twopiece radiator shutter with adaptive closing function for the air intake. Mercedes calls this the AIRPANEL and it adjusts on demand to changing driving conditions to feed air to the engine or when closed, achieve optimum aerodynamic efficiency. The car’s interior is both striking and comfortable. The car is fitted with seemingly infinitely adjustable seats wrapped in fine Nappa leather. These seats are both heated and cooled, and offer the front passengers active bolsters and a whole array of massage options. Ergonomics are good for all but the tallest individuals, and all the major controls, switchgear, and gauges fall readily to both hand and eye, but it is the various shapes and textures

of some of the trim pieces and vents that give the car a high-tech appeal. The car’s virtual instrument panel is easy to read and well protected from glare, as is the dash mounted COMAND infotainment screen which provides navigation as well as a wealth of access controls and information about the car’s various systems. The steering wheel offers secondary controls for more vital functions, and the alloy shift paddles proved very effective when it came time to play. I managed to squeeze my XXl frame into the rear seating area without much sacrifice with regards to comfort, that is as long as the front passengers didn’t have their seats pushed all the way back on the rails. The rear cabin is roomier than before and ergonomics are great, and for the most part, all but the largest stature adults will find the cabin of this car a very pleasant place to be. Mercedes offers a long list of optional equipment packages so customers can equip their cars to meet their individual needs. All the usual comfort, safety and technology offerings expected in a car of this category are available, but the standard model is very well outfitted. The big news is that Active Parking Assist with PARKTRONIC is now standard on this model, making manoeuvring into and out of parking spaces a far less stressful venture. The new CLS53 AMG is more of an evolution than a revolution this time around, but it still sets the standard for the sedan coupé segment it started, and offers the refinement, luxury and performance one expects from this storied brand.

Technical Specifications: Base price (MSRP): $ 92,000

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Type:

All-wheel-drive 5 passenger sedan coupé.

Engine:

3.0-litre turbocharged inline-6 with EQ Boost

Transmission:

AMG Speedshift TCT 9-Speed automatic

Horsepower:

429 (+21) @ 6,100 rpm

Torque (lb.ft):

384 (+184) @ 1,800 rpm

Brakes:

Four-wheel ventilated discs

Truck capacity:

490 Litres

Fuel economy:

City 12.4; Highway 8.7 (L/100km)

Peterbilt Crafted from a rich history of proven quality and innovation, the Peterbilt Model 579 raised the bar for fuel-efficiency, durability and safety, as well as driver comfort and productivity. That same passion for unrivaled performance is now available in our most fuel-efficient truck ever. The Model 579 is extremely versatile, available in a day cab configuration as well as five sleeper configurations – UltraLoft, 80, 72, 58 and 44. With additional configurations like the EPIQ aero package and the distinctive Bright Finish Package, Peterbilt’s Model 579 can be spec’d for virtually any application.

height of over eight feet. The Model 579 UltraLoft interior offers the largest storage capacity available in the industry, with more than 70 cubic feet of space with multiple compartments, a large wardrobe closet and several cubbies. A cleverly designed fold-away ladder provides ease of access to the upper bunk and disappears when not in use. The interior also features the comforts of home, such as space for appliances, entertainment options, power outlets and other special touches that make the Model 579 UltraLoft the preferred choice of drivers.

DELIVERING A NEW LEVEL OF COMFORT. The Model 579 UltraLoft offers the ultimate environment for driving, living and working. The high- quality interior is created from softtouch materials and features a superb fit and finish for an outstanding driver experience. Headroom is exceptional, with an interior

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Fort Garry Industries Celebrates 100 Years of Business

Founded in 1919, Fort Garry Industries is proudly celebrating its 100th year anniversary. Still headquartered in Winnipeg, Fort Garry Industries is Canada’s most respected name in the heavyduty transportation industry. “We are excited to celebrate our Centennial year and we couldn’t have reached this important milestone without our loyal customers, dedicated employees, and suppliers,” says Robyn Spitzke, President of Fort Garry Industries. “I sincerely want to thank everyone who has contributed to making Fort Garry Industries a success over the years.” Fort Garry Industries offers one of the largest selections of aftermarket parts, trailers, equipment and repair services in Canada. The Fort Garry Industries Group of companies’ employs over 500 employees with 20 locations in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia. Recently, Fort Garry Industries celebrated the Grand Opening of a new building in Saskatoon, which is part of the ongoing strategy to offer 46 I

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bright, open-concept facilities, giving customers greater access to our vast inventory and complete line of heavy-duty aftermarket parts for all makes of trucks and trailers. As we look to the future we are continuing to invest in our company. In addition to our knowledgeable staff we want to provide our customers with modern buildings and technologies to ensure a great customer experience About Fort Garry Industries Fort Garry Industries was established in 1919 by Fred Sicinski, who operated a tire repair shop in the lane between Winnipeg’s downtown streets of Fort and Garry. Over the years, the expanding business started selling wholesale tires and automotive parts, repairing brakes, and distributing wheels, rims, and related parts. Fort Garry Industries’ operations now include aftermarket parts and service, trailer sales, truck equipment, and remanufacturing which rebuilds brakes and other components.

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Breitling B01 Chronograph An all-time favorite among pilots and aeronautical enthusiasts since 1952, the Navitimer 1 B01 Chronograph 43 mm combines technical mastery and original design. With Manufacture Breitling Caliber 01, a true emblem of reliability and performance, this legendary model stands out with its steel case, black dial with red seconds hand, silver chronograph counters and applied hour markers. Available in steel, steel & gold, red gold as well as other dial colors, its bidirectional ratcheted rotating bezel ensures smooth and easy handling of the famous circular aviation slide rule.

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MOVEMENT Caliber Movement Power reserve Chronograph hours Vibration Jewel Calendar

Breitling 01 (Manufacture) Self-winding mechanical Approx. 70 hrs 1/4th second, 30 minutes, 12 28,800 v.p.h 47 jewels Dial aperture

Tag Heuer Carrera Calibre Heuer 01

RIDE ON. Speed. Sweat. Strength. Jack Heuer created the Carrera watch in 1963 in tribute to the famous Carrera Panamericana auto race widely considered the most dangerous in the world. Just as exciting as the race that inspired it, the watch broke traditional watchmaking rules and was the first chronograph specifically designed for professional drivers, but perfect for speeding down the open road or cruising through daily life thanks to a more simple, more elegant, more readable design. He broke the rules of watchmaking design and TAG Heuer has been blending

SIZE 45 mm WATER RESISTANCE 100 M BODY CASE Fine-brushed and polished steel black PVD coated MOVEMENT Calibre POWER RESERVE WINDING SYSTEM FUNCTIONS Chronograph

Heuer 01 40 Automatic Hours, minutes, seconds at 9 1/4 second, 30 minutes counter, 12 hours counter, Date

fashion and function ever since. The Carrera celebrates the speed demons, the risk-takers and the dreamers who race against time and never slow down. Summer 2019

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Mont Blanc 1858 Geosphere

Celebrating the 160th anniversary of Minerva, the Montblanc 1858 Geosphere honours the heroes of mountain climbing with a professional-grade, innovative timepiece. Built for those who travel the world in their perpetual quest for exploration, it expresses respect for true mountaineers as it is dedicated to the Seven Summits Challenge â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the holy grail of climbers. The combination of materials such as steel and ceramic underlines the high quality and exclusiveness of this timepiece. On the dial, the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seven summits are marked with red dots on two turning globes and are also engraved on the case back. The timepiece features a new manufacture world-time complication developed by the Montblanc watchmakers in Villeret: two domed globes, turning in opposite directions, that complete a full rotation in 24 hours. Both are surrounded by a scale with the 24 time zones, along with a day and night indication in contrasting colours. This provides an instinctive way of appreciating the different time zones, aided by SuperLumiNovaÂŽ applied to the continents for increased visibility and performance at night.

Movement Movement Type

Automatic

Calibre MB 29.25 Power Reserve

Approx. 42 hrs

Frequency

28,800 v/h,

26 jewels

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current state of affairs for insurance in the transportation industry and how the market is affecting new owner-operators. INDUSTRY ENHANCEMENTS ARE AFFECTING TRANSPORTATION INSURANCE In the last five years, alone, Colgan noted a running list of industry changes affecting transportation insurance, beginning with the addition of mandatory electronic logging devices (ELDs) in the U.S., which will be introduced in Canada in 2020. The mandate is predicted to improve reporting, compliance

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and road safety, resulting in fewer accident claims and a decline in insurance premiums– good news for incoming owner-operators who are already saddled with business expenses. Other noted changes in the industry according to Colgan focus on drivers, with specific controls regarding entry-level training requirements; how many hours each driver spends on the road, an added emphasis on safety, and improvements to equipment and technology, such as dashboard cameras. The latter of which Colgan says has proved useful

in several insurance claims. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR NEW TRANSPORTATION COMPANIES Before applying for insurance, Colgan says it’s important to ensure all the paperwork is in place first. This includes obtaining an AZ/ DZ driver experience letter from a previous insurer that details each driver’s record as insured. Similar to an employment reference letter, this document summarizes your history to new insurance providers who may not know you.

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Most insurance companies will also require a minimum of three years as an owner operator. For those who are leaving their current employers to go independent, Colgan says these individuals can contact their employer’s insurance company or broker to obtain the noted letter of experience; it’s also crucial that you have proper dates of employment. Additional requirements include: Mandatory Entry Level Training (MELT), Value of Equipment, Radius of Operation, Abstract, CVOR level 2, MC# (USD runs), IFTA or a projection of your US miles. In addition, if a new venture, Colgan says quarterly IFTA reports will need to be submitted to verify the exposure. SAFETY CONCERNS HAVE BEEN DRIVING INSURANCE PREMIUMS In the transportation industry, Colgan says that insurance claims are at an all-time high due to a lack of safety and training among drivers. Considerations like these that have prompted several changes in the sector in recent years,

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such as insurers requiring a minimum of three years as an owner-operator along with MELT – as previously noted. Introduced in 2017 in Ontario, MELT ensures that – prior to taking a knowledge test – drivers applying for a Class A license complete a minimum of 103.5 hours of training that includes classroom learning, pre-trip inspections, off road activities and on road driving. Much like ELDs, Colgan anticipates that MELT will ultimately ensure only thoroughly trained transport drivers on the road, resulting in fewer issues and collisions, that will in turn reduce the current rate for premiums. THE CURRENT MARKET FOR INSURANCE PREMIUMS Many variables will affect each company’s premium, but Colgan estimates that one driver with a clean abstract, no issues and an average equipment hauling reefer taking loads within Canada and the US can expect to pay between $18,000 and $28,000 per year. For Canadian-

only loads, the cost drops to about $14,000 to $22,000 per year. She emphasizes that any issues with driving records (such as tickets and distracted driving) will flag drivers as a risk, highlighting the importance of fighting any tickets that could cause a hindrance to insurance premiums. Left unaddressed, drivers will have to apply for Facility Insurance at a fee that far exceeds their current premium rating. Facility premiums are affected by radius, vehicle information, claims, drivers abstract and experience. WRAP UP Addressing these issues may not be possible for every prospective owner-operator in the transportation sector looking to obtain insurance prior to factoring. The costs and required experience alone may prove to be too steep for several, young industry entrants. The good news, Colgan notes, is that any volatile changes are cyclical, and we can expect to see variances in the next few years that will further shape the industry â&#x20AC;&#x201C; hopefully for the better.

After almost four decades in insurance, Linda Colgan has served as a Senior Account Executive, Transportation, at Bryson & Associates in Ajax, Ontario since 2013. Linda started in insurance in 1979, moving to the transportation sector in 1985.

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The Porsche Cayenne and Macan models attracted an entirely new set of customers to the brand, stealing sales from other brands’ crossovers and growing the company’s customer base. The Panamera GTS will be no such vehicle. “This isn’t what we’d typically call a conquest vehicle,” said Patrick Saint-Pierre, spokesman for Porsche Cars Canada. “Where the Cayenne and Macan brought in a whole wave of customers who hadn’t looked at Porsche before, we think this vehicle is for someone who already appreciates what the brand is about and is looking for little bit more.” It’s not that the GTS isn’t a stunning version of the Panamera — not quite the turbo, much more than the base model — it’s simply that if Panamera is going to steal sales from another brand, it’s likely to be the base model. The recently released GTS version of its premium sedan and wagon models is expected to cater to either existing Panamera drivers trading up or Boxster, Cayman or 911 customers looking to add a sedan or wagon to their personal fleets. Saint-Pierre said the company doesn’t expect there to be a rash of non-customers who dismissed the Panamera until it came out with the unique combination of features added to the GTS models, adding most of the features unique to the GTS were available previously. Jonathan Thomson, product planning manager for Porsche Canada, said the GTS brings together an array of performance and cosmetic options and prices them as a package at a nearly $8,000 discount off what the retail price would be if added piecemeal to a Panamera. The list of options added to Panamera to produce the GTS is exhaustive. Some highlights: GTS sport-design body kit; air suspension with a 10mm drop; tinted LED tail lights; 20-inch black wheels; black window surrounds; four-way adaptive air spoiler from the Panamera Turbo; sport exhaust; sport chrono package with sport response button (more on that later); launch control; alcantara leather steering wheel; 18-way sport seats (up from eight-way) and 4.0-litre V-8 engine. “We were able to keep a V-8 engine,”

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Thomson said. He said the GTS is the lightest premium performance vehicle in the segment, which shows in the sprint times: it runs to 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds. The twinturbo V-8 in the GTS is detuned a bit from the turbo model, but still packs a wallop, with 453 horsepower and 457 pound-feet of torque. Our drive took us from Scarborough east to Prince Edward County along some twisty roads that weren’t in the best of condition. The GTS maintained Porsche’s reputation for providing a surprising blend of roadholding ability with a soft, compliant ride that tightens up nicely when needed. The air suspension is responsible for that. The sport response button feels like a throwback to flipping a switch for nitrous oxide injection: it closes the waste gates of the turbos, remaps the throttle response and tightens the shift pattern of the transmission, all to give 20 seconds’ worth of added power. It is a noticeable boost, handy for passing. Of course, on the public roads north of Port Hope, it wouldn’t have been proper to give it a full workout. Or at least, that’s my story… Thomson said the Panamera has been a success story for Porsche, more than holding its own in a soft market. “The market’s pretty much been flat for the past 20 years,” he said, referring to the premium sedan segment. “Panamera is up 86 per cent from 2012 to 2018.” The price? What’s that saying about, “if you have to ask…”? The Panamera GTS starts at $146,200 for the sedan and $153,300 for the Sport Tourismo. Of course, it wouldn’t be Porsche if there weren’t a dizzying array of options, even for a package deal such as the GTS. I was able to get the price north of $200,000 without breaking a sweat, thanks to such options as ceramic composite brakes, rear-seat entertainment, carbon fibre trim and custom leather colours inside. With a model such as the GTS giving existing Panamera customers a reason to trade up — or customers of other Porsche models to expand their fleet — the Panamera GTS is likely to grow the Porsche customer base, even if it’s not a so-called conquest model.

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Suspension: aluminum double-wishbone (front); aluminum multi-link (rear) Brakes: four-wheel discs with six-piston monobloc calipers (front), four-piston calipers (rear) with composite brake discs Fuel economy: not available Price: $146,200 (sedan); $153,300 (sport tourismo), base MSRP

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The new Ergonomically Advanced Workstation setup is designed to improve driver productivity, comfort and overall convenience.

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It’s a given that drivers who are more content with their workspace are more likely to stay on the job. If a fleet promotes it is providing a premium mattress, an ergonomically advanced workstation and new wide-width comfort seats for their drivers, drivers will talk about it and spread the news. They know which fleets are desirable to drive for. Volvo Trucks was the first company to bring automotive comfort level to the trucking industry. Now they are taking it to a completely new level and drivers are talking. The core idea behind the new Volvo VNL interior was to create an even calmer, more restful space, which would mean more productivity and safer drivers. Volvo designers planned a broader, more stable sleeping area, then refit the cab to create more — and more intelligent — storage space. “By creating a resting environment that is less congested, we’re helping drivers to relax,” according to Allison Athey, Product Marketing Manager at Volvo Trucks North America. “This is vitally important when you are on the road day after day.”

Ergonomically Advanced Workstation: In February, Volvo added an innovative workstation to its VNL 760, 740 and VNX 740 models, providing owner/ operators and fleet drivers who are on the road for extended periods of time, the flexibility of personalizing their living environment. The workstation was developed as a result of rigorous testing and input from Volvo customers and drivers. It features ergonomic advancements allowing drivers to enjoy the comforts of home while on the road. The workstation transforms from a sitting area and table for relaxing, eating and catching up on work, to a base - when lowered - for seating cushions that unfold into a bed. Additional enhancements

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Improving on innovation, the new telescoping ladder swings into place smoothly on torque hinges with quick-release latches and pins. Molded step pads make step surfaces horizontal. Anodized aluminum finish withstands wear and tear. Three points of contact and ergonomic step positioning allows safe, easy and comfortable upper bunk use.

include an angled table for easy seating, a 103-degree cushion seat angle to improve seating comfort, and connected cushions that can be easily secured to allow for adequate rest. With various configuration possibilities, solo drivers may prefer to leave the table set-up and sleep in the top bunk, while team drivers may choose to collapse the table for access to both bunk beds. The workstation also allows space for storage inside the bottom bunk bases.

A Long List of Better Ideas: “In our research we consulted with thousands of drivers, both male and female, to deliver the most livable, accommodating cabin space on the road,” said Brian Balicki, Chief Interior Designer at Volvo Trucks North America. “The Volvo VNL Series is the ultimate expression of what drivers want most, and what the next generation expects.” Balicki attended RV and boat shows for inspiration, and went on the road, driving trucks to see what worked and what didn’t in the real world. “We tried to go through the same steps drivers do so we could catch the little things,” Balicki says. “For instance, instead

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“We know if drivers don’t have a decent night’s rest, it affects their productivity for the next day or even the entire week, so it’s important they have a rejuvenating experience. A driver who is better rested is likely to be more alert, safer, more productive and in a better mood.”

of making drivers snap shades on every window, we wanted to create a premium experience with integrated shades. Now it takes seconds to close all the shades. Cabinets open toward the back to make more space, a reclining bunk for watching TV or reading, and clear lines of sight to the TV from the upper bunk are just some of the advancements.” The broader sleeping area is built to absorb more road vibrations, so both bunks are comfortable even during drive time. An embedded spring mattress surrounded by an extra layer of foam and pillow top cover adds resting comfort. Throughout the interior, innovative details like softer LED lighting, electrical outlets for the top bunk, easily reachable controls, smart storage arrays, larger refrigerator, removable floor mats—create a warm, clean, calming and convenient environment.

New Angle on Comfort: An industryfirst reclining bunk lets drivers transition comfortably between work and rest. Adjustable positions add an easy-chair feel to the cab, making a more relaxing place to check in with the office, keep up with paperwork, watch a movie or read before easing into sleep. Balicki notes, “We know if drivers don’t have a decent night’s rest, it affects their productivity for the next day or even the entire week, so it’s important they have a rejuvenating experience. A driver who is better rested is likely to be more alert, safer, more productive and in a better mood.” “All our new driver-focused advancements illustrate the emphasis Volvo Trucks has placed on enhancing driver comfort, productivity and overall convenience,” reports Athey. “The ability to create an exceptional all-in-one living space and working environment is essential to attracting and keeping drivers.”

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An extremely perceptive individual with an untiring work ethic, Jag Dhaliwal was destined to become an inspiring entrepreneur in the Canadian trucking industry.

JAG DHALIWAL President, Road Link Xpress

An Untiring and Inspiring Business Enterpreneur

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Jag arrived in Canada in the year 1996 with his parents. His father, Pritam Singh Dhaliwal and mother, Harminder Kaur Dhaliwal, were both teachers in Punjab, India. With his arrival in Canada, Jag experienced various new scenarios. His cousin, who drove a truck, asked Jag to join him in his truck as a passenger to Michigan. He did so and for the first time, experienced the life of a North American trucker. After graduating from school, Jag got his first job as a helper to a welder in a Mandir (Hindu temple) in Mississauga. He was soon promoted to a machine operator position, but the market slowed down, which led to a lay-off from his job. At that very time full of struggle, due to Jagâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s growthoriented mindset, he decided to equip himself in the trucking industry and got a trucking license. His parents were disappointed with his decision to get

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into the industry as they expected him to make his career in the insurance industry. Jag’s first job as a truck driver was of driving a Toronto Star truck. It didn’t take him long to become an owner operator when he bought a W900 Kenworth. His brother, Raj Dhaliwal, also joined him and soon he grew to a 20-truck strong fleet. With the attitude of a fearless entrepreneur, Jag embraced all the hurdles such as high fuel prices, that came his way and rose his fleet to a 125 truck, 350 trailer strong fleet. Today, he has close to 200 full time employees working for his company, Road Link Xpress. He has kept all his fleet technologically abreast with available hightech equipment. Jag is committed to the trucking industry and believes that in Ontario this highly rewarding

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industry could do even better with the support of the provincial government. According to him, the government needs to make laws that enable truckers to gain residency here in the province as they gain experience driving in North America. He believes that new trade agreement between the USA and CANADA, the USMCA – that replaced NAFTA, has had no negative bearing on the trucking industry. Jag believes in sharing his earnings for the larger good of society and donates to the Toronto Sick Children’s Hospital. He keeps in touch with his roots in Punjab, India; and whenever anyone asks for his help, he is always there to help. For Jag, his biggest support has been his wife, who is also the CFO of the company. His other support is his son, a young man who helps him in his business and with whom he shares a strong emotional bond. For Jag, support from his parents and brother have kept him going through all the difficult times during his entrepreneurial journey. When he is inclined to relax, he likes golfing and soccer.

His motto of life is simple: Do Good, Live Positively and Live Joyfully!

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