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From the Editor’s Desk

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If approaching emergency vehicles/ tow trucks on multi-lane highway, slow down & move over a lane if safe to do so. #MoveOver #RoadSafety

Welcome to the August 2016 edition and thanks for your interest in our award-winning magazine proudly serving Canada’s multicultural trucking industry since 2004! Inside this edition, you will find the latest developments and event updates plus all the regular columns and features.

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) recently reported that 2015 marked one of the highest numbers of OPP charges laid against drivers who failed to slow down and move over for roadside emergency vehicles since the Move Over law was enacted in 2003. Drivers are being reminded that in 2015, the law was amended to include slowing down and, on multi-lane highways, moving over for tow trucks parked on the roadside with their amber lights flashing. The law carries a fine range of $400 to $2,000 and three demerit points, but the cost is far greater to police officers, other responders and drivers of approaching vehicles who are involved in roadside collisions every year. Please remember the importance of slowing down and, on multi-lane highways, moving over if it is safe to do so, when emergency vehicles – including tow trucks – are on the side of the road. When you see emergency lights on the shoulder, moving over is not only the safe thing to do, it is the law.

Motorists need to be aware of what’s happening on our highways and ensure they do their part to keep our roads safe for everyone.

Ontario is building almost 500 electric vehicle charging stations at over 250 convenient locations across the province to help reduce greenhouse gas pollution and fight climate change. A shift to low- and zero-emission vehicles is vital to the fight against climate change and achieving Ontario’s greenhouse gas pollution reduction target of 80 per cent below 1990 levels by 2050. It is a fact that greenhouse gases from cars account for more emissions than those from industries such as iron, steel, cement, and chemicals combined.

The annual outreach and enforcement campaign by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) designed to improve commercial motor vehicle (CMV) brake safety throughout North America will be held from September 11th to 17th. Law enforcement agencies will conduct inspections on large trucks and buses to identify out-of-adjustment brakes, and brake-system and anti-lock braking system (ABS) violations as part of Brake Safety Week. CMV brakes are designed to hold up under tough conditions, but they must be routinely inspected and maintained carefully and consistently so they operate and perform properly throughout the vehicle’s life. Improperly installed or poorly maintained brake systems can reduce braking efficiency and increase the stopping distance of trucks and buses, posing serious risks to driver and public safety.

Thanks for watching Road Today 360 TV Show and sending your valuable feedback as well. We look forward to strengthening the conversation with all readers through our social media platforms on YouTube, Twitter and Facebook.

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ENFORCEMENT

CVSA’s 2016 Brake Safety Week Is September 11-17

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uring the week of Sept. 11-17, 2016, law enforcement agencies across North America will conduct inspections on large trucks and buses to identify out-of-adjustment brakes, and brake-system and anti-lock braking system (ABS) violations as part of CVSA’s Brake Safety Week, an annual outreach and enforcement campaign designed to improve commercial motor vehicle (CMV) brake safety throughout North America.

Properly functioning brake systems are crucial to safe CMV operation. CMV brakes are designed to hold up under tough conditions, but they must be routinely inspected and maintained carefully and consistently so they operate and perform properly throughout the vehicle’s life. Improperly installed or poorly maintained brake systems can reduce braking efficiency and increase the stopping distance of trucks and buses, posing serious risks to driver and public safety.

ABS systems help the vehicle, and thus the driver, maintain control in certain situations, which reduces the risk of some types of crashes.

Brake-related violations comprised the largest percentage (representing 43 percent) of all out-of-service violations cited during Operation Airbrake’s companion International Roadcheck campaign in 2015, which focused on inspections

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of both vehicles and drivers. Inspections conducted during Brake Safety Week include inspection of brake-system components to identify loose or missing parts, air or hydraulic fluid leaks, worn linings, pads, drums or rotors, and other faulty brake-system components. ABS malfunction indicator lamps are also checked. Inspectors will inspect brake components and measure pushrod stroke where applicable. Defective or out-of-adjustment brakes will result in the vehicle being placed out of service.

Many inspectors will be conducting Level I Inspections, and in the 10 jurisdictions currently using performance-based brake testing (PBBT) equipment, vehicle braking efficiency will be measured. These systems include a slow speed roller dynamometer that measures total vehicle weight and total brake force from which braking efficiency is determined. The minimum braking efficiency for trucks is 43.5 percent, required

by U.S. federal regulation and the CVSA out-of-service criteria.

Outreach and educational efforts by CMV inspectors, participating motor carriers and others in the industry will also take place during Brake Safety Week and are integral to the success of the campaign.

More than 3.4 million brakes have been inspected since the RT program’s inception in 1998.

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SEE and be

Don’t put yourself and others at risk Make sure you can see the road and other road users – and others can see you! Keep your lights clean and in good working condition. Make sure your headlights are aimed properly.

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Driving with proper vehicle lights SYMBOL Master light switch

Daytime running lights

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It’s not bright out (e.g. dusk, dawn, night, driving in dark tunnel).

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Understand your vehicle’s light options – and know how and when to use them.

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Manually selects the different lighting options of your vehicle.

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Makes vehicle more visible during the day.

Turn on when headlights are off.

Do not provide enough light on the road ahead of your vehicle when it is dark out.

Note: Marking lights are off.

Headlight lower beam

(low beam, passing beam, dipped beam)

Lights up the road just in front of your vehicle.

Use:

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In urban areas with lit streets.

When following or approaching oncoming vehicles.

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Another car is coming towards or is driving in front of you.

Switch off when: Lights up a longer distance, allowing you to see far down a dark road.

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Driving in fog, rain or snow as light from your upper beams reflects off fog, rain or snow. This makes it even more difficult to see the road and obstacles in front of the vehicle.

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Automatic upper beam

Automatically switches off upper beam when there is oncoming traffic or when there is a vehicle ahead.

Ensures that your lights do not cause glare for other drivers.

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Automatic headlights

Automatically switches headlights and marking lights on or off according to the amount of light outside the vehicle.

Ensures that your headlights and marking lights are on when you need them.

Front fog lights

Provides better view of the road in fog, as they have a wide beam pattern to light up the road directly in front of your vehicle.

Use if driving in fog or snow.

Rear fog lights

Makes your vehicle more visible to drivers behind you in fog, as they are brighter than tail lights.

Use only if driving in fog, rain or snow as it can be confused with stop lights and distract other drivers.

Marking lights

Activates front position lights, rear position lights (tail lights), side marker lights and licence plate lights.

Make your vehicle more visible to others.

Note: Headlights are off.

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INDUSTRY NEWS

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olvo Trucks North America recently launched a new parts cross-reference feature for its online SELECT Part Store. The cross-reference tool is the first of its kind in the heavy-duty truck industry and will make it easier for customers to search for and buy parts online. The SELECT Part Store is an e-commerce platform that offers customers the experience of visiting a parts counter with the convenience of online ordering.

The new cross-reference feature is integrated into participating Volvo Trucks dealers’ parts inventories in real time through the SELECT Part Store. The tool uses a proprietary database to provide the equivalent Volvo Trucks part numbers to any heavy-duty truck part a user searches for. The tool is designed to automatically update part numbers that have been replaced or those that have been superseded by different manufacturers. Users receive notification if a part number has recently changed and are immediately provided with a replacement number.

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INDUSTRY NEWS

Mack Trucks Uses Virtual Reality to Demonstrate Power and Performance of Mack vehicles, mDRIVE HD

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nyone interested in what it’s like to sit in the cab and ride in a Mack truck while on the job can now experience it through virtual reality offered by Mack Trucks. Mack is the first Class 8 OEM to offer such a virtual reality test drive of a commercial vehicle to a wide audience.

Virtual reality is a computer-generated simulation of a three-dimensional image or environment that can be interacted with in a seemingly physical way by placing the viewer’s perspective within the image or video itself.

Mack used virtual reality technology to better demonstrate features and benefits of the Mack Pinnacle, Mack Granite and Titan by Mack models equipped with the Mack mDRIVE HD 13-speed automated manual transmission. Using virtual reality headgear, Google Cardboard or a smartphone, viewers can look around 360 degrees to see the cab interior in its entirety, as well as see what it feels like to be in the cab of a Mack model while it’s operating in quarries and on the highway.

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gear ratios in a proprietary automated manual transmission.

Available in direct or overdrive configurations, the mDRIVE HD 13-speed offers a low reduction creeper gear ratio designed for easier startability on steep grades or when the truck is carrying a heavy load.

This improved startability also allows customers to select a faster rear axle ratio. The faster ratio decreases engine rpm at highway speeds, saving fuel as the truck travels between job sites.

The Mack virtual reality experience showcases the power of the mDRIVE HD 13-speed as it effortlessly frees the Mack Granite model from mud on a job site, easily drives up and down a steep grade without having to continuously apply brakes, reducing brake wear-and-tear, and also smoothly manages a fully loaded Mack Pinnacle model up and down a 15 percent and a 20 percent grade.

To experience Mack virtual reality, visit http:// www.macktrucks.com/VR Google Cardboard and link to the Mack virtual reality app. The virtual reality videos also will be posted to the Mack website, but will not be as immersive as when Google Cardboard and the app are used.

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Security Awareness: Before the Trip

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ven before you start driving, you have a number of responsibilities to prevent theft as well as illegal transportation of contraband. You must do the following: • Inspect your tractor and trailer for defects • Inspect your tractor and trailer for evidence of illegal activity (i.e., a security inspection) • Check your cargo • Review your route During any pre-trip activities, be aware of your surroundings. Take note of any suspicious behavior you see, any suspicious vehicles at your pickup point, or any that follow you on the highway.

Your Vehicle Perform a pre-trip inspection before you head out for the day, and whenever you stop. Any defects should be addressed and repaired before you start. Check for any signs of tampering before you set out on the road, especially around locks and cargo doors. Security seals on truck doors make it easy to see if anyone has attempted to tamper with the load.

Keep the vehicle, license plate and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) numbers of the vehicle with you for both the tractor and trailer. If something happens, this is valuable information to provide to law enforcement.

Your Cargo When checking your cargo against your shipping papers, pay attention to the following: • Your shipping papers should match what has been loaded onto your vehicle. Report any cargo discrepancies immediately and make sure that your documentation is corrected.

• Check containers for holes, patches, missing or damaged seals, or seal numbers that don’t match.

• Make sure that all packaging is marked and labeled properly, and that there are no leaks, or signs of tampering.

• Make sure that no unauthorized or unscheduled cargo is loaded onto any trailer.

• From the moment the vehicle has been loaded, keep the trailer unit locked securely.

Note: Thieves are very attracted to certain types of cargo, such as fine art, jewelry, electronics, pharmaceuticals, alcohol, specialized auto parts, high-end apparel and food. When you transport high-risk cargo, your carrier may have additional security measures that you must follow.

Your Route Plan You should be familiar with your route plan, and know alternatives that you can use if you need them. Don’t rely solely on your GPS. When you have to alter your route, notify your dispatcher. Establish an overdue time at your destination and have someone follow up if you are overdue.

Do not discuss your route with any shipper personnel unless instructed to by your company.

Be especially watchful immediately after picking up your load.

The majority of hijackings occur within a few miles of the pickup point. Freeway on- and off-ramps are particularly dangerous. RT

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OEM NEWS

Daimler Trucks North America Set to Begin Production of the Detroit DD5 Engine in the Freightliner M2106 this Fall

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aimler Trucks North America will begin production of Freightliner M2106 trucks equipped with the DD5 engine beginning in October.

The DD5 is the newest Detroit engine to be released and will offer customers a number of benefits over competitive engines. Operators in short-haul pick-up and delivery applications will have extended oil and fuel filter change intervals up to 45,000 miles. The engine has undergone extensive development and testing in preparation for release and boasts impressive durability with an expected B10 life of 400,000 miles.

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The engine will first be offered in 210 HP0-575 lb-ft and 230 HP-660 lb-ft ratings and testing has proven that the DD5 will provide best in class fuel efficiency. The DD5 5.1L engine uses common design principles found on the heavy duty platform such as a deep rib block that provides robustness and minimizes noise. The engine also introduces some leading edge technologies of its own such as variable cam phasing.

While pick-up and delivery is a perfect segment for the initial launch of the DD5, the engine is also a great fit for a number of vocational applications.

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New resources focus on women in the Canadian trucking industry MY TOOLBOX FOR

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rucking HR Canada has unveiled three new resources as part of its Women with Drive initiative – a national initiative focused on supporting and increasing women’s participation in the trucking workforce.

My Toolbox for Mentoring Women will help trucking employers, association groups, female drivers and others learn effective and practical approaches to mentorship. The accompanying Inventory of Resources includes information on organizations, programs and networks dedicated to supporting women.

Mindful of the needs of the industry, the mentorship toolbox offers three different models that can accommodate various occupations from drivers to office workers. These include Online Peer Networks, One-on-One Mentoring Partnerships and Local Women’s Events.

“Mentorship is a proven retention tool and we know that women in the industry are looking for more mentorship opportunities”, says Angela Splinter, chief executive officer, Trucking HR Canada. “In fact, when we surveyed women in the industry, offering more mentorship opportunities was cited as one of the top three things employers can do as a means of supporting women.”

Accompanying the mentorship toolbox is an Inventory of Resources. The inventory includes links to various programs focused on training, leadership development, more mentorship information, on-line forums and lots more.

In addition to these resources, a women in trucking video was produced to reach beyond the industry -- showcasing a vibrant industry that welcomes women in its’ workforce.

While women comprise 48% of the Canadian labour force, they represent just 3% of drivers, mechanics, transport trailer technicians, and cargo workers; 11% of managerial staff; 13% of parts technicians; and, 18% of dispatchers.

All materials are available as free downloads at RT www.TruckingHR.com.

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SAFETY FOCUS

Railway and train safety tips for kids

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ith millions of Canadian children heading back to school and spending more time alone outside walking to classes, extracurricular activities, and friends’ homes, now’s the time to stress the importance of being safe around railway property and at railway crossings.

Both kids and adults can use a reminder to never play on railways or take shortcuts across the tracks.

“Rail safety is everyone’s responsibility. By looking out for each other and working together, we can help keep our communities safe and prevent fatalities and injuries on or near railway property,” advises Stephen Covey, chief of police and chief security officer at CN. “It is important to remember that when you ‘See tracks?

Think train’.”

Trespassing on railway property, including railway yards and bridges, is illegal and dangerous. Yet it continues to cause avoidable deaths and injuries across the country. In 2015, there were 53 trespasser accidents in Canada that caused 31 fatalities and 18 serious injuries.

“Trespassing fatalities along railway tracks are entirely preventable, and tragedies at railway level crossings can be avoided by simply obeying warning devices.

Together we can save lives and help bring crossing and trespassing accidents down to zero,” says Covey.

Every year, CN police officers make hundreds of safety presentations in Canada and the United States. Officers talk to more than 300,000 children and adults at schools and community events about the importance of safety and the dangers of walking or playing on or near railway tracks. Kids and parents are encouraged to help keep our communities safe by taking a safety pledge online and sharing safety tips.

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‘Smart Trucker’ seminar held in London

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he Smart Trucker seminar series made a successful presence on July 19th at the Ramada Hotel & Inn in London, Ontario. The event was attended by fleet owners, drivers, owner operators, new entrants and service providers to the industry.

Jodi Burness from Burness Paralegal Services specializing in legal services for the transportation industry gave a presentation on best practices and exercising your rights in case of an incident, road-side inspection, collision, moving violation or as a result of a facility audit. Other speakers included Mike Hahn, Vickie de Vos, Gus Rahim, Bruce Outridge and Manan Gupta.

Sponsored by Challenger Motor Freight, Fleet Tax Services and Ontario Truck Driving School, the seminar series offers advanced sessions on leadership, business, time management, better customer service, profit centers in trucking, new electronic log devices, mandatory elementary level training and commercial vehicle safety with a focus on prevention of wheel off incidents, etc.

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INDUSTRY NEWS

Draft Canadian ELD Technical Standard Released; CTA Unveils ELD Animation Video & Infographic

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he Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrators (CCMTA) ELD Technical Working Group has released its second Canadian draft ELD technical standard, which spells out how the ELD must function and be designed by manufacturers from a technical perspective.

Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) was very active in providing comments to the original first draft.

The CCMTA Working Group has been busy on the redrafting of the technical standard since last year, when the U.S. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) released its final rule on Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) and Transport Canada announced its intention to move forward with an ELD mandate for truck drivers who are currently required to maintain logbooks.

With the first iteration of technical changes now

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complete, the new draft standard is ready once again for review by industry and suppliers. CCMTA has allowed for the comment period to last over the summer.

As such, CTA will once again be working with Team Canada Elite and PDC members over the summer to gather comments. CTA’s ELD Carrier Working Group, which provided comments for the previous draft in 2013, will also be re-established.

To assist CTA members and others in understanding the upcoming regulation, as well as helping them transition to an ELD environment, CTA has created an infographic as shown here. An informative animation video that could assist carrier management teams, drivers and shippers in understanding the transition issues involved is also available on roadtoday.com RT website.

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Guest Column Bruce Outridge is an industry expert on business and leadership with over 32 years experience in the transportation industry. He is the author of the books Driven to Drive and Running by The Mile and is a trainer, speaker, and coach in the industry. He is also the host of The Lead Pedal Podcast for professional drivers. Check it out at www. theleadpedalpodcast.com, on iTunes, and SoundCloud. To learn more about Bruce visit his website at www.bruceoutridge.com

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Get your mind right!

e often think that passion is the main ingredient to a successful venture and for the most part it is. Without passion and the drive it creates many of us would have trouble reaching our goals and dreams. This is why passion is often thought of as the most contributing factor to success in business and life. Passion however, can only take you so far without the correct thought process and may be the reason so many businesses fail.

In my training and consulting services I am always encouraging people to think big when they are starting their business, but it is hard to do.

There are so many things going on that it is hard to see past the dust to the bigger picture. After all you have to worry about income, expenses, and other items that can curtail a business in a hurry. As an owner operator you have to put out some big money at the outset to get things going and often this is where people lose the focus and just start working in the business like a determined raccoon.

Due to the amount of work involved in keeping a business going, mindset is crucial. I remember when I started my business I was used to an environment from my former employer where customers were searched by number through a database. My mindset at the time was that to be successful we needed customer numbers for our business.

My wife used to laugh at me that we had no customers yet I was asking her to the track new customers and set them up in the system. Fast forward to today and we know that

we have 760 customers because we started that system in the beginning.

That mindset has helped me to keep focused in our business and keep striving forward towards the end goal.

If you have spent thousands of dollars on a truck and getting your owner operator business off the ground you may think that because it is only you that you are already as large as you can be. The truth is that there are many parts of the business you may want to have other people do so that you can be profitable and productive on the road. Start looking at your business as you would like it to be in the future. Keeping that mindset as you build the business and guide it through the many obstacles that will certainly follow will help you reach success.

Passion and mindset need to work together in order to bring business success. You need that passion to get started in business. Without it you won’t have the energy or drive to get things off the ground.

In fact passion may be the only thing that gets you moving in the beginning. That passion won’t take you through to the finish however and that’s why the proper mindset may be the key to success. Mindset will keep you going where passion stops to keep moving forward. Think of it like a relay race. Passion starts running and when it gets tired it hands off the baton to mindset who continues on to the finish. If you only have passion on your side then you may only make it so far in business? Maybe that explains the fact that 50% of all businesses fail.

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ROAD SAFETY

How to drive safely on the road this summer

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here’s a saying in Canada that we only have two seasons: winter and construction. As Ontarians hit the road this summer we need to remember that road construction is a temporary but necessary inconvenience and that road safety is every driver’s responsibility. This is especially true in construction zones.

Collision data from the Ministry of Transportation shows an increasing number of collisions and fatalities in construction zones. Across the province, there were 1,519 collisions in construction zones in 2011, followed by 1,592 in 2012 and 1,694 in 2013. These collisions led to three, four and eight fatalities, respectively.

It’s every driver’s responsibility to help prevent these tragic statistics by doing everything they can to ensure construction workers’ safety. Follow these tips to keep road workers, your passengers and yourself safe this summer.

1. Plan ahead to avoid delays. Know where construction zones and other delays are beforehand so they’re not unexpected. Ontario511 is an excellent resource, as are traffic apps and radio stations that update information constantly. If possible, find an

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alternate route to avoid construction zones and other delays altogether.

2. Adhere to posted speed limits and other signage on the road. Speed limits change in construction zones for a reason. Make sure you follow posted signage and exercise caution in construction zones.

3. Avoid driving distractions. Plan your route before departing and only use your cell phone when parked.

Make sure to pre-set your climate control, mirrors, GPS and radio stations in advance.

4. Treat construction zones as if they were your own workplace. Show respect for construction workers by treating these zones as if they were your own workplace. Treat construction workers the way you’d like to be treated when you’re at work.

5. Stay off the majors. Construction and traffic can be more prevalent on major routes throughout the summer.

Stay off the highly travelled and popular roads and take advantage of Ontario’s countryside to avoid delays and enjoy the scenic route.

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Distracted driving refers to a driver whose attention is diverted from the task at hand. This diversion reduces the driver’s awareness, decision-making capacity, and ability to react. The result is an increase in the risk of driver error, near-crashes, and crashes.

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Sur une route à plusieurs voies, la loi exige aussi que tous les conducteurs se déplacent de façon à libérer au moins une voie entre leur véhicule et le véhicule d’urgence stationné, pourvu que cela puisse se faire en toute sécurité.

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INDUSTRY NEWS

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allman Group is pleased to announce it has completed the acquisition of Tru-Nor Truck Centres, effective August 1st. Tru-Nor Truck Centres has been an industry leader in Northern Ontario for over 25 years, with locations in Sudbury, Timmins and Sault Ste Marie.

“This acquisition aligns with our strategy to grow and expand our geographic footprint throughout Ontario. With the addition of three dealerships in Northern Ontario we now offer customer support from a total of 14 locations and 8 associate stores.

We are very pleased to be adding such a highly regarded dealership group as Tru-Nor Truck Centres to Tallman Group” says Kevin G. Tallman, President of Tallman Group.

“We wanted to find the best possible company to carry our business succession forward. It was important that we found a company who shared the same values and beliefs from an employee and customer standpoint and we feel very strongly that Tallman Group is a great fit. We look forward to the many value added services that Tallman Group can bring to our customer base here in Northern Ontario” says Terry Descoteaux, General Manager of Tru-Nor Truck Centres.

“We are excited to welcome Tru-Nor’s employees to the Tallman family and we look forward to continuing to offer the tradition of the best customer service in Northern Ontario to all of Tru-Nor’s customers.” Adds Kevin.

Terry Descoteaux has been General Manager of Tru-Nor Truck Centres, for the past 25 years and has been instrumental in executing Tru-Nor’s growth strategy in Northern Ontario. He has been promoted to Vice-President and will report directly to Kevin G. Tallman.

Tru-Nor Truck Centres will operate as Tru-Nor Truck Centres Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of RT Tallman Truck Centre Limited.

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PREDICTIVE CRUISE CONTROL TECHNOLOGY NOW OFFERED ON INTERNATIONAL ON-HIGHWAY TRUCKS

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nternational Truck has announced it now offers new, predictive cruise control technology on its International ProStar and LoneStar Class 8 onhighway trucks. Unlike conventional predictive cruise technology, International predictive cruise control uses preinstalled GPS maps and the latest commercial route data to make adjustments to cruising speed without the need to pre-drive the route.

Predictive cruise control optimizes cruising speed based on topographical GPS data inputs to help maximize fuel economy. It will monitor driver speed,

engine load, weight and the road grade in order to optimize the vehicle’s performance based on the road ahead. As a truck enters certain types of terrain, such as rolling hills, predictive cruise control will modulate cruising speed to correspond to the topography.

“By reducing the need for drivers to make frequent adjustments to the terrain, the system makes vehicles easier and safer to operate, thus helping our customers attract and retain new drivers and be more successful,” said Denny Mooney, senior vice president, Global RT Product Development.

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NHTSA SAFETY RECALLS

VEHICLE SAFETY DEFECT AND NON-COMPLIANCE NOTICES

le safety defect This regular feature publishes a select summary of vehic way Traffic Safety and non-compliance notices received by the National High rs can get detailed Administration (NHTSA). Readers and industry stakeholde Auto Safety information on safety recall campaigns by calling NHTSA’s www.nhtsa.dot.gov Hotline at Toll-Free: 1-888-327-4236 or checking online at Great Lakes Manufacturing Inc. (Great Lakes) is recalling certain model year 1998-2016 Drywall Pup trailers manufactured January 1, 1998, to April 29, 2016. The rear impact guards on the affected trailers do not extend within 4” of the side of the vehicle. As such, these trailers fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 224, “Rear Impact Protection.” If the rear impact guards to not stretch the required length, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash. Great Lakes will notify owners, and dealers will retrofit a new rear impact guard, free of charge.

The recall began on June 29, 2016. Owners may contact Great Lakes customer service at 1-920-842-2012.

customer service at 1-425-828-5000. Kenworth’s number for this recall is 16KWA. Quality Trailers is recalling certain model year 2015 Flatbed Equipment and Wedge Car Hauler trailers manufactured April 1, 2015, to April 30, 2016. The lock nuts that secure the axle hanger to the springs may not have been properly crimped allowing the nut to loosen and detach during operation.

If the nuts were to fall off, the bolts could loosen, and the axle may disconnect from the spring hangers, shifting or detaching from the trailer and increasing the risk of a crash.

Quality Trailers will notify owners, and provide them with new Nylock replacement nuts, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2016. Owners may contact Quality customer service at 1-336-859-2501.

PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2016 Kenworth W900 trucks Stoughton Trailers, LLC (Stoughton) is recalling manufactured May 19, 2015, to December certain 2014 AHV, AVW, AVXW and ZGPVW 21, 2015. The affected vehicles may have trailers. These trailers are equipped with certain a temporary loss of headlights when being SAF-Holland-brand CBX Trailer Suspension Air switched from low beam to high beam mode.

Ride Axle Systems. The affected trailer suspensions As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the have pivot bolts that may fail. Failure of the pivot requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety bolts may cause the suspension and attached axle Standard (FMVSS) number 108, “Lamps, to separate from the trailer, increasing the risk of A ent.”

Equipm Reflective Devices, and Associated a crash. Stoughton will notify owners, and SAFloss of headlights while switching to high beams Holland-approved repair shops will replace the will reduce the driver’s visibility, increasing the defective pivot bolts with new pivot bolts, free of and , owners risk of a crash. Kenworth will notify charge. Owners may contact Stoughton customer dealers will alter the wiring harness to enable at 1-608-873-2555, or SAF-Holland the high beams to illuminate, free of charge. The service service at 1-888-396-6501. Note: This er custom ation manufacturer has not yet provided a notific recall is an expansion of recall 14V-268. schedule. Owners may contact Kenworth

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Guest Column: Health Dr Christopher H. Singh Chiropractor, runs Trans Canada Chiropractic at 230 Truck Stop in Woodstock, Ont. He can be reached at 519-421-2024 E.mail: chris_singh@sympatico.ca

Lead Poisoning

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ead is a naturally occurring heavy metal that can be found in many common household items such as batteries and paint. Lead poisoning or toxicity is a serious medical condition that is due to the buildup of lead in the body. It is important to note that lead is toxic even in small amounts. Exposure to even low levels of lead can cause health problems over time. Infants and young children are especially sensitive to lead as their growing bodies absorb lead more readily than adults.

A major source of lead exposure in North America is leadbased paints. Although the use of this type of paint has been banned since the late seventies in homes, furniture and children’s toys, there are still older homes and apartments with lead-based paint on the walls. The most common cause of lead poisoning in children is due to eating lead-based paint chips.

Another common source of lead is older pipes and plumbing fixtures which release lead particles in to tap water. Other sources of lead include toys that have been manufactured overseas, some pottery and certain cosmetics.

Lead usually enters the body when it is inhaled, swallowed or absorbed through the skin. Acute led toxicity occurs when an individual is exposed to high levels of lead in a short period of time. Exposure to small amounts of lead over a long duration of time is called chronic lead toxicity.

Once lead enters the body it is distributed throughout the system via bloodstream. Basically, it can accumulate in any organ and tissue of the body. However, most lead is stored in the bones. High levels of lead can interfere with calcium absorption which is problematic as calcium is a vital mineral that is needed for strong bones and teeth as well as muscle contraction.

Calcium also plays an important role in nervous system function.

The signs and symptoms of lead poisoning in children may include developmental delays, learning difficulties, weight loss, vomiting and abdominal pain. Even though adults are at a lower risk of lead poisoning, it is still dangerous. Adults may experience symptoms such as high blood pressure, muscle and joint pain, numbing or tingling of the extremities, head ache and memory loss.

If you suspect that you have been exposed to lead, it is important to seek medical attention. Your doctor will be able to check the lead levels in your body by performing a simple blood test. If your levels of lead are too high your doctor may suggest beginning treatment to lower them.

The first line of treatment for lead poisoning is to identify and remove the source of contamination. Once this is accomplished your doctor will monitor your lead levels and decide whether further treatment is necessary. If treatment is required, chelation therapy is usually recommended. In this treatment a medication is given to the patient that binds to the lead in the body so that it can be excreted in the urine.

If fully eliminating the source of lead exposure is not possible, preventative measures can be taken to reduce the risk. Firstly, washing your hands regularly especially before meals will help reduce ingestion of lead. In houses with older plumbing, avoid using hot water as much as possible as the heat tends to release the lead with in the pipes. In addition, clean surfaces which collect dust such as floors and furniture with a mop or damp cloth. Finally, be sure that your home does not contain lead in the construction materials before you begin any renovations.

As you can see, lead poisoning can be a very serious medical condition that should be avoided at all costs. However, by keeping these simple tips in mind you will be able to significantly reduce your risk.

RT Until next month, drive safely.

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Advertisers Index (A-Z) Name of Advertiser

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ABSA Canada

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Kevin Snobel

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Ajay Lekhi CPA

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Omnitracs

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Auto / Truck Insurance – Puja Gupta 29

Ontario Truck Driving School

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C.A.T

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Outridge Consulting

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Carmen Transportation

20

Photoland Studio

35

Cervus Equipment

13

Power Dsyl

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Challenger Motor Freight

21

Pride Group Enterprises

05

City Engine Rebuilders

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Punjab Star

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Cobra Trailers

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Punjabi Virsa 2016

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Colony Ford Lincoln

30

Road Today 360

12

Doroga Road

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Road Today Promos

36

Dr Christopher Singh

35

Sahi Express

20

Equipment for Sale

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SGT Transport

22

Fleet Safety Council

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Sharda Homeopathy

38

Fleet-Tax Services

11

Smart Trucker

09

Frank’s Chrome Shop

07

Stan Niemczyk Truck Service 3

Glasvan Great Dane

13

Tallman Group

11

Global Spring Service

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Texis Truck Exhaust

15

Holmes Freight Lines

18

The Gear Centre

03

Ideal Logistics

19

The Lead Pedal Podcast

37

International Truckload Services (ITS) 48

The Toy Truck Place

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IPS Invoice Payment System

23

Truck Stop Opportunity

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J D Factors

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Trux Solutions

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INDUSTRY NEWS

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Coming Soon

Province Unveils Over 250 Convenient Charging Locations

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ntario is building almost 500 electric vehicle charging stations at over 250 convenient locations across the province to help reduce greenhouse gas pollution and fight climate change.

The province is working with 24 public- and private-sector partners to create an unprecedented network of public charging electric vehicle stations in cities, along highways, at workplaces and at various public places across Ontario. This includes over 200 Level 3 and nearly 300 Level 2 charging stations. The entire network will be in service by March 31, 2017.

The province’s $20-million investment under Ontario’s Green Investment Fund will expand charging infrastructure across the province and will help address “range anxiety,” a common concern of consumers regarding the distance electric vehicles can travel compared to traditional vehicles.

Building a more robust network

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of public chargers across Ontario allows electric vehicle owners to plan longer trips knowing that charging stations are as readily available as gas stations. With the new network of stations, electric vehicle drivers will be able to travel confidently from Windsor to Ottawa or from Toronto to North Bay and within and around major urban centres.

The $325-million Green Investment Fund, an initial investment in Ontario’s new five-year Climate Change Action Plan, is already strengthening the economy, creating good jobs and driving innovation while fighting climate change — a strong signal of what Ontarians can expect from the plan and proceeds from the province’s cap and trade program.

These investments will help secure a healthy, clean and prosperous low-carbon future and transform the way we live, move, work and adapt to our environment while ensuring strong, sustainable RT communities.

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A shift to low- and zero-emission vehicles is vital to the fight against climate change and achieving Ontario’s greenhouse gas pollution reduction target of 80 per cent below 1990 levels by 2050.

Green Investment Fund projects include: more electric vehicle charging stations; energy retrofits for single-family homes and affordable housing; support for Indigenous communities, industry and small and medium-sized businesses, and helping local organizations fight climate change.

Greenhouse gases from cars account for more emissions than those from industries such as iron, steel, cement, and chemicals combined.

There are nearly 7,000 electric vehicles currently on the road in Ontario.

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