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Road Today - Canada’s Award Winning Trucking Magazine
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PM HARPER WELCOMES THE COMPLETION OF CENTREPORT CANADA WAY IN WINNIPEG GREEN ARC TIRE TO OPEN NORTH AMERICA’S LARGEST REMOULDING FACILITY IN ONTARIO
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ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE RECEIVES THREE PRESTIGIOUS TRAFFIC SAFETY AWARDS STEPHEN LILL RECEIVES THE 2013 BRIDGESTONE-OTA TRUCK HERO AWARD
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MACK GRANITE MHD REAR LOADER OFFERS CUSTOMIZED OPTION FOR REFUSE CUSTOMERS CARRIER TRANSICOLD INTRODUCES VECTOR 8600MT MULTITEMPERATURE SYSTEM HYBRID UNIT
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NORM SNEYD RECEIVES SHAW TRACKING-OTA SERVICE TO INDUSTRY AWARD
CTA ISSUES WHITE PAPER ON TRANSPORTATION OF DANGEROUS GOODS BY TRUCK
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PREMIER KATHLEEN WYNNE CONGRATULATES ATSSA ON ITS 75TH ANNIVERSARY
Bruce Outridge Hindi/Punjabi Trucking Quotient Dr. Christopher Singh
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elcome to the August 2013 edition of Road Today and thanks for your continued interest in the awardwinning magazine for Canada’s multicultural trucking industry. Inside you will find the latest updates related to the trucking industry plus all regular features like Trucking Quotient Quiz, Road Safety Tips, Entertainment, Health Manan Gupta Column, Kids Corner, and much more. 416-451-0040 Distracted driving is one of the most editor@roadtoday.com common causes of collisions in Ontario and easily one of the most avoidable. That is why CAA South Central Ontario, the Ministry of Welcome to the December 2013 edition of Transportation, the Ontario Provincial Police, Road Today and thanks for your continued Toronto Police Services, Road magazine Today and interest in the award-winning for other Trafficmulticultural Safety Coalition partners have Canada’s trucking industry. Inside youfor will the latest updates launched, thefind second year in a row, arelated fourto the trucking industry all regular week long distracted drivingplus initiative called features like Trucking Quotient Quiz, Road “Missing”. TheEntertainment, aim of the campaign to raise Safety Tips, HealthisColumn, awareness regarding high-risk behaviours Kids Corner, and much more. Whether youand areencourage an experienced driver behind the wheel safe driving or a new driver, winter driving canand be habits in hopes of reducing collisions challenging. Road conditions can change fatalities on our roads.Statistics show that substantially in a matter of hours with drivers who text while behindheavy the wheel are high winds, snow squalls, rain and dreaded blacklikely ice. And as atheir driver, it’s and best 23 times more to crash vehicle to be prepared whatever drivers who talk for on their phoneMother are 4-5Nature times throws your way! Handling your vehicle in more likely to be involved in a collision. We winter driving conditions requires a higher urge to make a promise to family and leveldrivers of concentration and an adjustment in friends end distracted driving and focus on drivingtostyle. According to a latest release by the road. Young of Canada, overAlliance 90% of in all The Drivers Canadian Trucking collisions are caused by driver error. In partnership Verisk CrimeyouAnalytics order to staywith out of collisions need to Canada CargoNet, police agencies and the keep space around your vehicle at all times. Keep a Trucking space cushion in front, and Ontario Association has behind announced on official both sides in of order to always have–an the launch Project Momentum a
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commendable two phase initiative to raise escape route open and threat be prepared use awareness of the growing of cargo to crime it. Reduce your risks on the road by driving in the high risk corridor along Highway 401 defensively. Drop the distractions and keep from the Ontario-Quebec Windsor. complete focus on the border task oftodriving to steerfirst safely throughout winter. Before The phase includes athis public awareness you multi-media hit the road, campaign check weather travel and and aand series of conditions and don’t take chances if the three workshops on cargo crime mitigation weather is bad. We urge all our readers strategies and the to remember andsecond followphase the will threefocus key on providing training anddriving: awareness law elements of safe winter staytoalert, slow down, and stay in enforcement, raising thecontrol. profile of cargo The planning for the 6th Annual Road crime and its consequences in the judicial Today Truck Show is underway. The twosystem and strengthening the for “partnership” day trucking extravaganza the 2014 to reduce will cargobe crime. For moreininformation, edition organized Brampton on www.ontruck.org/cargocrimeworkshop May 24th and 25th. Like previous visit years, there Canada will be has plenty of activities Transport collaborated with including trade show, job fair, kids & family the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration entertainment and lots more. Stay tuned and others to launch thevalue North American as we announce major additions in coming Management months! Fatigue Program (NAFMP), a The Holiday R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired voluntary, interactive web-based educational Driving Everywhere) program directed and training developed to provide towards the program detection and elimination of commercial truck and bus drivers and individuals from our roads who carriers choose to drink and drive, been launched with an awareness of thehas factors contributing extensively by the law enforcement agencies to fatigue and its impact on performance and and will run throughout the holiday season. safety. We welcome this collaboration aimed Impaired driving remains one of the leading to improve motor carrier and increase causes of criminal deathsafety in Canada. Please alertness and reduce fatigue. For as more think twice before you drink and drive it is not worth risking information, pleaselife. visit www.nafmp.org. Roadalways Todayenjoy extends Holiday Greetings We interacting with our to all readers, patrons and industry friends. diverse readership through traditional and Please spend qualitative precious moments modern channels of communication. with your loved ones keeping safety inThanks mind. festivities and shall see you to all Enjoy for thethe continued patronage. in 2014. Meanwhile, enjoy rest of the summer safely and shall see you next month! Manan MananGupta Gupta Editor Editor
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PM Harper welcomes the completion OF CENTREPORT CANADA WAY IN WINNIPEG Prime Minister Stephen Harper has welcomed the completion of a new four-lane expressway in Winnipeg, Manitoba, that will connect CentrePort Canada, Manitoba’s inland port, to the core national highway system.
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This new expressway will increase commercial flows through Winnipeg and the region, and will enable the city to take advantage of the government’s unprecedented efforts to expand Canada’s access to new global markets,” said Prime Minister Harper. The CentrePort Canada Way project consists of a new 9.1 km four-lane divided roadway and associated structures and interchanges. Construction began in the spring of 2010, and the expressway officially opens to traffic today. The new expressway will provide better, more efficient flows between CentrePort Canada and nearby assets – such as three class I rail carriers, an international trucking hub, and Winnipeg’s James Armstrong Richardson International Airport – as well as with the rest of the country and world. CentrePort Canada, Manitoba’s inland port, is a tri-modal transportation hub with businesses that focus on importing and exporting goods from Asia and Europe, and distributing those goods throughout North America by air, rail and road. The opening of this expressway will also help Canadian businesses in the region benefit from the unprecedented market access our Government is creating, including to the European Union, Asia and the United States. RT
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The 2013 Shaw TrackingOTA Service to Industry Award was presented to Norm Sneyd, Vice President, Business Development at Bison Transport before hundreds of his industry colleagues during the Ontario Trucking Association’s 87th annual convention at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Toronto.
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speed limiters to Envirotruck, the industry’s flagship environmental truck concept. Born and raised by a banker and schoolteacher, in North Bay, Ont., Norm Sneyd developed early on the type of middle class, northern Ontario work ethic and loyalty that would shape his professional career and personal relationships. He is still one of the first to the office and last to leave every day. Norm’s career in the trucking industry spans over 40 years. Despite his heavy workload, Norm always has time for his family, friends and for any number of good causes including Care for Children, Habit for Humanity, Trucks for Change and Relay For Life, among others. RT
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Cargo Theft and its’ effects on your business Cargo Theft in the transportation sector has always been an issue, but the number of load thefts spiked back in 2008 and they continue to be a major concern to industry today. Cargo theft costs over $9 billion dollars a year in Canada.
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he area of Brampton and Mississauga has quickly become known as the “shopping mall for thieves” and is now considered the cargo theft capital of North America. A carrier with continuing load theft incidents puts its’ business at great risk. Your insurance partners (brokers & insurance companies) review and measure a carrier’s loss performance. No insurance company will continue to provide coverage to a carrier who continues to be unprofitable due to theft losses. Insurance companies look at the dollars in and the dollars out. If a fleet continues to have theft problems, the results are - premiums will be increased, or in worse case scenarios - no renewal terms will be offered, and the fleet will have to find insurance elsewhere. If you burn all your bridges in the insurance marketplace, then your only alternative becomes “Facility Insurance”. Facility Insurance is not really a viable option. Carriers who are forced to go this route are often quoted insurance rates well in excess of $30k per unit. If one insurer drops you because of continuing theft losses – you can be sure that the other insurers know, and will be very reluctant to offer policy terms. Your insurance loss performance report follows you and your business. It is a history that you have created, and good or bad – it follows you. So, it’s yours loss history and reputation that you need to protect. Being proactive and combating load theft is a wise investment for any carrier to make. A secure yard is mandatory if you are going to be holding loads overnight. Proper perimeter fencing with barb wire top, bright overhead lights throughout
the yard, complimented by the use of HD security cameras, company employed security personnel, irregular yard patrols, along with proper security protocols in place need to be the norm. Quick Checklist n Provide your drivers with ID cards and ensure that any drivers who enter your premises be required to present themselves and provide formal ID. n Investigate any and all thefts or security breaches and adjust your plan accordingly. If in doubt, search out a professional firm that can assist and evaluate your company’s security program. n Do a regular yard inspection to ensure that no debris or pallets have collected, or tree branches, or fence damage exists around the perimeter that would allow or assist a thief to gain entry. n A very effective tool that many carriers will utilize is to position empty trailers in their yard to block in any loaded units they may have in the yard. n Parking a loaded unit at a mall or at a truck stop is simply asking for trouble. You need to know that theft incidents like this will simply result in denial of claim by the insurance company. n Moving a load from point A to point B without any stopovers on route is the ideal way to guard against theft or hijack. Providing your drivers with detailed routings to follow is also a best practice. n Make it a standard policy that “No Load” is taken home by a driver. n Criminal background checks for all company and driving personnel need to be a company employment standard policy. No Exceptions. n Employ tools that deter criminals. These can include simple deterrents such as pin locks, padlocks, high security
bolt seals, and the use of GPS module tracking devices. n The highest numbers of load thefts occur over the weekend - starting on Friday though to Sunday. Thieves do their best work on weekends! Prepare your protection plan accordingly. n Offer monetary incentives to your employees to prevent theft. n Train your drivers to identify a potential tail and put them through a driver awareness program on theft prevention. n Losing a load to thieves is an embarrassment. Further, it could result in the loss of a long term client relationship and eventually to not being able to purchase insurance. n Thieves are focused on their trade and continue to provide us with on-going challenges, but with a few tools and some well planned policies and procedures you can implement effective theft deterrents. Wishing you all the best of the holiday season! Respectfully, Sukhdeep Kang Industry Resources: Ontario Trucking Association – www.ontruck.org Magtec – www.magtecproducts.com Boomerang - www.lojack.ca CargoNet – www.cargonet.com PMTC – a security checklist available for download at: www.pmtc.ca Armour Insurance Brokerage – www.armour-insurance.com Afimac Canada – www.afimacglobal.com
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on its 75th anniversary W Ontario’s Premier Kathleen Wynne has extended greetings and congratulated the Automotive Transportation Service Superintendents’ Association (ATSSA) on its 75th Anniversary this year.
ynne applauded the ATSSA for exploring, promoting and implementing procedures meant to enhance commercial vehicle safety and foster fellowship among fleet maintenance professionals. She congratulated the ATSSA for providing its members the opportunity to establish their professional networks, and further their training and development. Premier’s congratulatory certificate was presented by Manan Gupta, Publisher, Road Today Media Group to Dan Cushing, President ATSSA Toronto. The ATSSA monthly meeting in November was sponsored by Mack Trucks Canada and its GTA based dealers. Steven DeSousa, National Fleet Service Manager reviewed the latest developments with respect to dimethyl ether (DME) powered Mack trucks during his well received presentation. DME, a non-toxic, clean-burning alternative fuel and offers many environmental and societal benefits, including that it can be made from multiple sustainable
feedstocks. One of the most significant advantages of the fuel is that it produces no soot, eliminating the need for a diesel particulate filter (DPF). DME can provide up to a 95 percent CO2 reduction compared with diesel when produced from biomass or biogas. Steve took the opportunity to provide update on the recently launched Mack GuardDog Connect, a telematics solution strengthening communication among the truck, driver, customer and dealer enabling quick diagnosis of issues and proactive scheduling for repairs. The awards presentation for the ATSSA sponsored class in the ‘Modified Apprenticeship Program’ (‘MAP’) 32 at Centennial College was also made during the meeting. The award takes the form of a scholarship fund for the top three apprentices: $2,500 to the first place winner (Wan Li Yu), $1,500 to second (Aaron Jones), and $1,000 for third (Xin Lin). These top three apprentices were also rewarded with the long standing traditional Mack Truck Canada award plaques. RT
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Average Age of Canadian OPP Receives Truck Driver Even Older Than Reported
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n analysis of the 2011 National Household Survey population in the age group 55 years and older has increased (NHS) by the Conference Board of Canada shows from 20 per cent to 26 per cent. Furthermore, the NHS data that the average age of a truck driver has continued indicate that 4.4 per cent of drivers are 65 and over (compared to increase at a faster rate than the rest of the labour force and to 3 per cent in 2006) while for the total labour force the share is even older than previously thought. of this age cohort increased from 2.6 per cent to 3.5 per cent. In its report on the driver shortage and economic implica- According to the Conference Board, this confirms that in the tions released earlier this year, the Conference Board relied on trucking industry more than in others a primary source of the 2006 Census and Labour Force Survey to find the aver- “new” labour is delayed retirements – which it says is “nothing age driver age to be 44 years – four years higher than it was more than a bandage solution.” for the average worker and increasing more rapidly as well. The Conference Board was also able to examine the variaThe Conference Board characterized the situation the trucking tion in the driver age by province. The NHS data indicate drivindustry finds itself in – a rapidly aging and relatively older ers are slightly “younger” in Alberta, where the average age is workforce of drivers combined with few young entering the 44.9 years (in part reflecting the generally younger labour force The Ontario Police (OPP) occupation – as a Provincial “demographic tsunami.” It estimated that in Alberta (40.6 years relative to the national average of 41.5 has beenshortage awarded three the national of truck driversprestigious could reach 33,000 by years)). On the other hand, the average driver age is over 47 2020. years in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Manitoba (although International Association of Chiefs of OPPprovinces Deputy Commissioner Beechey, population Provincial Commander, Traffic Safetysmall and The more recent numbers from the NHS (which is volunwhere Larry the driver is particularly Police (IACP) awards for its commitment in Operational Support, with the 2013 NLEC Traffic Safety Awards presented to the OPP tary and replaces the long census questionnaire) confirms this some caution should be taken when interpreting the results). (CNW Group/Ontario Provincial Police) to traffic Safety on Ontario roadways. challenge confronting the industry and suggests the situation The data also show that truck driver remains the second may be even more pronounced. Based on its review of the most common occupation among men in Canada after retail he Conference National LawBoard Enforcement NLECtruck AWARDsales CATEGORIES: “I am extremely to be part of ahome NHS data, the now findsTHREE the average person. Unsurprisingly, Ontario proud continues to be is a traffic n Firstage place the “International organization that 92,000. has been recognized driver age isChallenge 46 years,(NLEC) compared to the average forinall to the largest number policing of drivers, with over Quebec, safety awards Agencies” category. Alberta and B.C. follow internationally for its exemplary traffic32,000 workers in Canada of 41.5program years. issued with 57,000 39,000 and by the IACPthe that recognizes Board says n “Speed Awareness”.respectively. The OPP won safety and enforcement programs. These Most importantly, Conference the increase excellence in is law enforcement this share awardof fordrivers its commitmentThe to preventing awards speak to the leadership and in the average driver age due to a drop in the Conference Board concludes “itOPP’s will ultimately be up traffic safety It provides and deaths on itstoroadways, using to a address professionalism in traffic safety and and Ito would between 20programs. and 29 years old. Inlaw 2006 11.6injuries per cent of truck the industry this ongoing challenge make enforcement withgroup an opportunity holistic approach that includes high visibility like to thank members for theirBut ongoing drivers wereagencies in that age but in 2011 this share declined the occupation more attractive toour younger drivers. as we to a difference dedication and itinnovative to to make just 8.8 per cent in of the thecommunities driver population.enforcement, Also of notepublic is theawareness, also putintelligenceforth (in its earlier report), will alsoapproach be important to they serveinand allows learn in from ledto strategies extensive media coverage. livesto and reducing injuries on Ontario fact that 2006 the agencies share of to drivers the 30 34 yearand range convince customers ofsaving the need address this challenge now one establish future n The “Clayton J. Hall Award” which is them Roads,” said OPPstrategies Deputy Commissioner Larry wasanother 10 per and cent, the same as goals it wasinfor the total labour force. and to work with to develop that will make traffic safetyby enforcement to the law enforcement agency Beechey, Provincial Commander, However, 2011 8.5 and per education. cent of drivers presented found themselves best use of drivers’ time, as the trucking industry Traffic has a Safety long submits most comprehensive Operational Support. in this age group. For the total labour forcethat there was athe slight track record oftraffic sharingand its productivity benefits with customers RT THE OPPtoWON FOLLOWING safety program in the competition. increase 10.4IN perTHE cent. through lower prices.” RT On the other end of the spectrum the share of the driver
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The Ontario Ministry of Environment has released details in the environmental registry regarding a proposed biodiesel mandate.
he proposal calls for a renewable fuel mandate of 2 percent (B2) to come into effect between April 1, 2014 and December 2015. From 2015 onward, the mandate would increase to 4 percent (B4) biodiesel content. The mandate for each phase encompasses both on- and off-road diesel, including home heating oil. Northern Ontario would be exempt during the first phase. Renewable fuel would be defined as fuel derived from such sources as soy, tallow, yellow grease and algae. The proposed details include fuel quality standards for all biodiesel. The province will be asking stakeholders between now and December what the potential cost impact of this proposed regulation could have on their operations. The province will also be asking stakeholders if this regulation will have any impact on the environment in light of current and future GHG vehicle regulations. Over the summer and fall, OTA met with government officials in a number of departments – including Transportation, Agriculture,
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Environment as well as the Premier’s Office – to highlight the trucking industry’s concerns regarding biodiesel. OTA will reemphasize those concerns during the next phase of consultations. Beyond cost concerns, OTA also questions the environmental benefit of a biodiesel regulation in light of the GHG regulations the trucking sector is already facing. Following the consultations, OTA expects the government to make a final decision in the early New Year about moving forward with a mandate, potentially leaving fuel suppliers with little time to react in the event the proposal is in fact implemented in April 2014. RT
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Stephen Lill receives the 2013 Bridgestone-OTA
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On a spring afternoon in Oakville Ontario, a tanker truck negotiating a ramp at the QEW at Royal Windsor Drive suddenly rolled over at the mouth of the highway. The driver, suffering from life-threatening injuries, became trapped inside as diesel fuel quickly spilled out of the truck.
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ontrans Flatbed Group driver Stephen Lill of Stoney Creek, Ont. happened to be travelling closely behind on the ramp and witnessed the devastating accident first-hand. Overcoming his shock, Stephen immediately pulled his truck over near the crash and sprung into action. Stephen crawled partway into the cab and became talking to the severely injured driver, trying to keep him conscious and establish communication. During all this Stephen was on the phone with 9-11 while also calming
tensions from bystanders who implored Stephen to leave the scene for fear the diesel fuel would ignite and blow up the tanker.” Due to rush-hour traffic, it took nearly half an hour for emergency personnel to arrive at the scene. Eventually, workers freed the injured driver and an air ambulance flew him to Hamilton General Hospital with lifethreatening injuries. Fortunately, he made a full recovery, thanks in part to Stephen’s courageous efforts. Those actions were honoured last month at the Ontario Trucking Association’s annual convention in downtown Toronto. At a dinner ceremony, Stephen was given the prestigious OTA-Bridgestone Truck Hero Award, which recognizes professional truck drivers who demonstrate courage, quick thinking and integrity in the face of an emergency. RT
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Glasvan Great Dane brings first Autocar CNG powered shunt tractor to Canada On Tuesday November 12th, 2013 Glasvan held an open house at their Mississauga Ontario truck shop showcasing the first of their new Auotcar compressed natural gas powered shunt tractors. The truck was set to go to work at a customer operation just north of the Greater Toronto Area.
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round sixty people from Autocar’s Indiana factory, Cummins, customers and prospects, media and fuel supply contacts were in attendance for the launch event. George Cobham Jr. took the floor and addressed the group discussing the technology and openly fielded questions from interested parties. Pointing to a modern diesel powered shunt truck parked along side the CNG truck Cobham Jr. stated “We look at this diesel truck and we have a very complicated exhaust system on it. It’s got SCR – so it’s using urea to scrub the exhaust. It’s got a complex EGR valve that takes the exhaust back into the engine. It’s got a DPF – all these terms SCR, DPF, urea, EGR – these are all hot-button terms for trucking companies and cause downtime and that downtime is normally unexpected. It’s always a wild card. The modern diesel truck rarely gives you a warning to when these issues are going to happen; this is the same for all diesel engines.” Cobham went on to state that these modern complexities are absent from the CNG powered truck which should result in greater reliability and less unexpected downtime.
When questioned about the green aspects of the truck Cobham said “despite the absence of complex emission control systems, this truck is extremely green, releasing up to 80 percent less fine particulate, NOX and hydrocarbon compared to a diesel.” Autocar is no stranger to installing the Cummins Westport ISLG engine having delivered several thousand refuse trucks equipped with this power plant in the last 8 years. Cobham stated that the truck does cost around 40% more than a diesel powered unit but there is a payback since natural gas costs around half as much as diesel. Cobham said that “when properly amortized, busy customer shunting operations can see an instant payback by as much as $1000 per month per truck when all costs are accounted for.” The Agility 29 diesel gallon equivalent fuel tank accounted for the majority of the cost increase at $25,000. This size of fuel tank will give the truck run times of between 10 and 13 hours between compressed natural gas fill ups. Autocar has chosen to not spec larger fuel tanks and maintain a standard short yard tractor wheelbase. Cobham said “this keeps the
truck nimble and minimizes turning radius which is what customers and operators expect from yard tractors so that they can maximize and efficiently use yard space safely.” Glasvan was excited to say that they have a second CNG powered Autocar unit of very similar specification to that which was on display for delivery in the winter of 2014. The truck has been ordered by a Mississauga based customer. “It will be great to have a unit working so close to our doorstep so that we can learn more about the benefits of the technology,” Cobham stated. RT
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SPOTLIGHT
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Get Your Cash Flow and Peace of Mind Back Fuel. Repairs. Payroll. Insurance. These expenses are ever present in the minds of trucking company owners. They comprise the most important costs of any trucking company and they need to be paid frequently and on time.
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aking these payments on time can strain the cash flow of even the most established trucking company. In an ideal world, you would get paid as soon as you have completed your work. However, the reality is we aren’t always paid immediately for the goods or services we provide. This is because, like most businesses, trucking companies typically give their clients a minimum of net 30 day terms to pay their invoices. Many of the costs to transportation companies however are immediate. This creates a cash flow gap whereby expenses are immediate, but revenues are delayed. If this gap is not managed properly, the company risks going out of business. Unless your company has financial backing, your only options to manage this gap are to either restrict growth or to use business financing. One form of business financing is called factoring. Factoring pays cash to trucking companies in exchange for their invoices. It is a means for getting the cash flow back into a company and
protecting a company from bad debt. This can provide peace of mind because it means that the stability and progress of one’s company doesn’t depend on the timeliness of their customer’s payment. After all, even if customers are extremely responsive and pay quickly after being invoiced, there is still a delay between the completion of the job and the payment of the invoice. Factoring provides companies with dependable cash flow, enabling them to meet ongoing expenses and putting them on the path to growth. An added benefit that factoring provides is that the factor will conduct thorough credit checks on all the main customers and follow up with these customers until invoices are paid. This is a valuable service in that it prevents collection problems and bad debt for trucking companies. This allows the owner to focus on more important business issues like sales and profitability, instead of collecting invoices. Additionally, if a factoring company factors an invoice on a non-recourse basis, the factor takes the credit risk of the customer, protecting the client from credit loss. If you want increased cash flow while reducing the headache of credit or collections problems, J D Factors is the solution. J D Factors specializes in nonrecourse factoring for the transportation industry. As a client of J D Factors, you will have the ability to turn your invoices into cash as you require. Simply send your invoices with proper backup and you will have access to your funds the very next business day. You select the accounts that you would like to finance and JD will take care of the rest. The transportation industry is challenging enough in these tough economic times. J D Factors can help you manage your risk and increase your cash flow. Call 1-800-263-0664 or visit www.jdfactors.com RT
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Lightweight MACK Granite MHD Rear Loader Offers Customized Option for Refuse Customers Refuse customers seeking a lightweight and cost-effective vehicle that is also tough and reliable can now look to the MACK Granite Medium Heavy Duty (MHD) rear loader, introduced recently at the 2013 Canadian Waste and Recycling Expo.
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he Mack Granite MHD rear loader offers a reduced weight option for refuse companies and municipalities desiring a truck built for lighter-duty cycles, such as short inner-city routes or for service in smaller towns. Because the Granite MHD has lighter weight components than other refuse models, it offers an economic alternative to help fleets increase their return on investment. “The MHD rear loader is a complement to the existing Mack refuse product line that includes the MACK Granite and the MACK TerraPro Cabover and Low Entry vehicles,” said Curtis Dorwart, Mack refuse marketing product manager. “This tough, lightweight truck is a customized option for our refuse customers who need a vehicle that is ideal for shorter routes and lower gross payload.” The clean back-of-cab design of the Granite MHD accommodates a range of body options and makes the vehicle
particularly well-suited to rear loader applications. Available in 4x2 or 6x4 configurations, the truck is equipped with a Cummins ISL9 345- horsepower engine with a maximum torque rating of 1,150 lb.ft., offering the power and durability that Mack is known for in a lighter package. In fact, the MHD rear loader is available as a Class 7 solution when configured as a 4x2. The MHD rear loader’s cab also offers improved driver comfort because it is mounted on airbags and shocks. With a short bumper-to-tire distance, the MHD rear loader has a superior front-end swing clearance and an excellent wheel cut that allows it to maneuver in and out of tight collection sites. “The Mack Granite MHD rear loader is just another great example of the purposeful design of our trucks and of our commitment to supplying a full range of products to meet the needs of the refuse industry,” said John Walsh, Mack vice president of marketing. RT
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NAVISTAR MARKS COMPLETION OF HEAVY-DUTY PRODUCT TRANSITION TO SCR
International LoneStar with Cummins ISX15 now available for order Navistar has announced its International LoneStar on-highway tractor with Cummins ISX15 engine with Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) emissions technology is now available for order. The LoneStar is the company’s final heavy-duty Class 8 on-highway truck model to incorporate SCR emissions technology since Navistar began its SCR transition in December 2012.
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e now offer a full lineup of SCR product offerings for our Class 8 customers and we have completed each launch on time— and with the highest levels of quality,” said Bill Kozek, president North America Truck and Parts, Navistar. “Throughout this transition, we have seen an improvement in customer confidence reflected in our Class 8 order share and we are already starting off strong with our medium-duty transition as we move into 2014.” Navistar began its Class 8 SCR transition in December of 2012 with the on-time launch of the International ProStar with Cummins ISX15 and then the International ProStar with MaxxForce 13 with SCR in April. Now, the company’s portfolio of SCRbased heavy-duty trucks also includes the International PayStar 5900 Set-Back Axle
and International 9900i with the Cummins ISX15 engine as well as the International PayStar, TranStar, and WorkStar with the MaxxForce 13 engine with SCR. Navistar announced in early September that it has received more than 11,500 orders for Cummins ISX engines since December 1, 2012, and more than 6,000 orders for MaxxForce 13 engines with SCR since March 1, 2013. The LoneStar has been wind tunnel validated to be arguably the most aerodynamic long hood premium conventional truck ever designed. The LoneStar features exceptional ride and handling, class-leading quietness and a luxurious and functional interior. Starting at 500 hp and 1850 lb. ft torque, three ratings are available for maximum hauling power and performance.
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Protecting you and your vehicle (NC) For even the most experienced driver, hauling your kids to hockey practice or making a quick trip to the grocery store can be challenging if your vehicle is not properly prepared for winter.
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o prevent being caught off guard while driving this winter, here are some tips to help you arrive safely to your destination: Traction is Key: With hazardous winter weather ahead, now is not the time to ignore your tires. Your vehicle needs superior performing winter tires for optimum traction to navigate harsh winter conditions with confidence (link to: www.
goodyear.ca). Goodyear has a wide range of winter tires to help meet the driving needs of virtually every consumer. Inflation is Essential: Keep in mind that when the temperature drops, the air pressure in your tires also decreases. Proper tire inflation is essential for vehicle stability, fuel efficiency, optimum steering, grip, wear and load-carrying capabilities. During these winter months, it’s recommended to check your tires’ air pressure at least monthly. Easy Does It: Remember to stay extra cautious of other vehicles when driving. Make sure you leave at least three times more space than usual between your vehicle and the one in front of you. In order to know how your vehicle performs in the winter weather, it may be helpful to practice driving techniques in an empty, open parking lot. Stock your vehicle: No one wants to break down, especially in cold weather, so keeping a kit with essential items is helpful in case of emergencies. Some essential items to include are blankets, water bottles, first aid kit, jumper cables, shovel, ice scraper, road flares, a candle and matches. For more helpful car care advice or information on tires for cars, light trucks, SUVs and more, visit your local Goodyear retailer or go online to www.goodyear.ca. RT
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New Joint Venture Advances Natural Gas Fueling Market In Canada
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Ferus Natural Gas Fuels and ENN Canada Corporation have announced a Joint Venture to construct, own and operate two LNG liquefaction plants in Canada. The plants will be strategically located in Vancouver, British Columbia and Edmonton, Alberta to service the on-road trucking market as well as other highhorsepower applications including marine, rail, mining, and oil and gas exploration.
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he benefits of fueling with natural gas are significant,” said Henry Cai, CEO of ENN Canada. “Natural gas over diesel represents a 30-40% cost savings to the end-user and contributes up to a 25% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.” “These projects will help build the market for clean burning natural gas as a transportation fuel,” said Ken Hughes, Alberta’s Energy Minister. “It is another step on the road to finding new uses and new markets for our abundant natural gas resources here and in British Columbia.” The partnership brings together two major players in the North American natural gas fueling market. Ferus Natural Gas Fuels specializes in building and operating cryogenic and micro-LNG plants and distribution equipment, and ENN Canada, which is developing LNG refueling infrastructure across the country, brings expertise in the construction and operation of LNG/LCNG stations and provides assistance in acquiring and transitioning to
natural gas vehicles. “Lack of infrastructure is one of the major challenges associated with the development of the LNG fueling market,” said Dick Brown, CEO of Ferus Natural Gas Fuels. “These two LNG liquefaction plants, along with the specialized distribution equipment and planned retail fueling stations, will ensure that supply, which in turn will promote and facilitate the widespread usage of LNG in Western Canada.” Both facilities will initially be built to produce 100,000 US gallons per day of LNG, with the ability to expand as demand grows. Site selection will be determined within six months, and construction will be initiated immediately afterward. First product is expected early in 2016. As Operator, Ferus Natural Gas Fuels is responsible for the design, engineering, construction, operation, and marketing and sales of both facilities. ENN Canada has committed to a significant amount of the LNG produced at these plants for its planned fueling stations. RT
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Carrier Transicold Introduces Hybrid Vector 8600MT Multi-Temperature System With New Smart Remote Evaporators The new Vector 8600MT hybrid unit from Carrier Transicold advances multi-temperature trailer refrigeration with new smart remote evaporators that improve operational efficiencies and reliability, and enable easier, more flexible installation. It is the first commercially available multi-temperature trailer refrigeration unit that meets the 2013 EPA Tier 4 standard.
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he innovative engineering that went into the Vector 8600MT unit and its new smart remote evaporators will help customers in the key areas of reducing fuel consumption and maintenance costs, environmental compliance, quiet operation, lower total cost of ownership, and trailer configuration flexibility,” said David Appel, president, Carrier Transicold & Refrigeration Systems. Carrier Transicold’s third-generation Vector multi-temperature refrigeration system for North America, the Vector 8600MT shares key attributes of its recently introduced single-temperature sibling, the Vector 8500 unit. Both provide significantly reduced weight, improved fuel economy and greater refrigeration capacity. The new Vector models are also the first North American trailer units to use a fully hermetic electric scroll compressor which has 70 percent fewer moving parts and is 200 pounds lighter than a traditional reciprocating compressor, contributing to the host unit’s overall 10 percent weight reduction compared to its predecessor. The Vector 8600MT unit’s smart remote evaporators automatically adjust themselves to varying conditions to ensure optimized cooling capacities and more efficient fuel use, unlike competitive and earlier Carrier systems with mechanical expansion valves that required more setup, a high level of technician
expertise and additional adjustments when reconfiguring trailer compartments. The Vector platform’s signature E-Drive all-electric refrigeration technology means refrigeration and heating operations are 100 percent electric, powered over the road by an onboard generator driven by the unit’s diesel engine. Electric standby capability is built in, allowing haulers to tap into electric power supplies to run the system when parked, providing quiet, emissions-free refrigeration performance that can reduce operating costs by up to 70 percent compared to diesel operations, while conserving fuel for the highway. RT
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Where Are You Now? December is a perfect time to look back and reflect on where you are, where the industry that you are in is, and where you want to go? The transportation industry has been in a state of turmoil for a while now and many of us that are involved in it have been treading water just to stay alive.
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very once in a while it is good to get out of the rat race and breathe, check the map, and make sure you are still on the right road. In our business we have an annual general meeting to make sure our business is going in the right direction and plan for the upcoming year. I am not suggesting that you be that formal with your thoughts or discussions, but spending some time planning out where you are heading is not such a bad idea. The best way to start this process is to spend some time thinking about where you want to go for the future. Let’s say you have been a driver for a while and are investigating getting into management, training, or other areas of being in charge of people. Planning and finding out what is required to get you there is a great way to start. But how should you plan? Take out a piece of paper and divide it into three columns. One column should be titled final goal or something similar that is your destination point. In the second column add experience level or column name showing your experience and expertise. In the last column name your column training required. If you want to you can add a cost column so you know how much money you will need to raise to get to your goal. Once you have your page set up, it is time to fill it in. You can use a separate piece of paper for each goal or add them into the columns in a list form, just make sure it is organized enough that you understand which items go together. Working from column one write in the goal that you want, maybe you want to be a trainer for new drivers. In the first column you will write in driver trainer. In the next
column write in any benefits and experience you have towards driver trainer. Maybe you are an experienced driver and are good with people, you would write those things in column two. Make sure you add any training you have had or courses you have taken in this area, try to list as many things as you can. In the third column enter any training or items that you will need to do in order to reach that goal in column one. Maybe you have to take a course, find out how you will pay for the training. Maybe you have to investigate if any opportunities are available at your workplace? Maybe you have to find out what is required to hit the goals that you want, or maybe you just need more information? Planning and seeing all of this on one sheet of paper can give you a bird’s eye view and help you create a picture of what is really required to meet your goals. Why do this at this time of the year, after all isn’t it the Holiday Season? You are right it is! The Holiday Season is the perfect time to think about your future. Many times people are in a better mood, you get a chance to wind down a little bit and that allows the thought process to work better. Ideally you are at the end of a year and have not begun to start the New Year, so it is a great time to look back and reflect. So while you are enjoying your family this Holiday Season take time for you, figure out where you want to go, and figure out how you plan on getting there. From our family to yours may you have a wonderful Holiday Season and all the best on your goals for the future. RT
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Green Arc Tire to open
North America’s largest remoulding facility Ontario Safety League Teams Up with Green Arc Tire to Help Reduce Collisions This Winter
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ith the support of Ontario’s Environment Minister, the Mayor of St. Marys, and the Ontario Safety League, Green Arc Tire Manufacturing Inc., has announced that it is opening North America’s largest tire remanufacturing plant in St. Mary’s, Ontario, creating 340 new jobs, and making tires that are greener, more affordable and safer for winter driving conditions than regular tires. “We’re proud to be offering Canadians winter tires, that are not only green, but have better traction, and improve fuel efficiency, at 30 to 50 percent less cost than regular tires,” said Mike DiCenzo, COO of Green Arc Tire Manufacturing Inc. “Our goal is to help make the winter driving season safer, by making winter tires that are affordable for more drivers.” Green Arc Tire Manufacturing is remoulding radial tires, and plans to produce as many as 3 million “green” passenger, SUV and light truck tires a year, at its new, modern $37 million facility.
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“Drivers now have every reason to equip their vehicles with winter tires. It’s the single most important step they can take in improving safety on our roads this winter,” said Brian Patterson, President of the Ontario Safety League. Green Arc Tire Manufacturing is taking used tires and remoulding them, in a process that reuses almost all of the original components. Its remoulded tires will have one of the highest post consumer contents of any recycled product, reducing old tire stockpiles. “Congratulations to Green Arc for investing in Ontario’s growing recycling industry, putting hundreds of people to work, and producing hundreds of thousands of remoulded tires a year,” said Ontario Environment Minister Jim Bradley. Of the 340 jobs created at Green Arc Tire Manufacturing, 40 positions will be reserved for veterans and former members of the Canadian Armed Forces. “On behalf of Council, we’re excited to be supporting a company that’s creating new jobs and contributing in such a major way to our community,” said Steve Grose, Mayor of St. Marys.
Green Arc Tire Manufacturing is set to open its St. Marys facility in February. About Green Arc Tire Manufacturing n The remoulding process uses significantly less energy, and less oil than regular tires, to produce a tire with equal performance and life of regular tires, at 30 to 50 percent less cost; n Remoulded tires are used by consumers, airlines, school buses, military vehicles, and trucking companies. Winter Driving Facts n Each year, thousands of Ontarians are involved in preventable winter weather related crashes; n According to the Traffic Injury Research Foundation, winter tires reduce the likelihood of a costly collision; n TIRF estimates that weather related collisions in Canada cost over $1 billion a year; n Studies show approximately 39 percent of Ontarians use winter tires. RT
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CTA Issues ‘White Paper on Transportation of Dangerous Goods by Truck’ The tragedy that befell the Quebec town of Lac Megantic last summer following the derailment of several rail tank cars carrying crude oil has put the issue of dangerous goods transportation by all modes under the microscope.
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ecently, federal transport minister, Lisa Raitt, announced that she has asked the House of Commons Standing Committee on Transport to conduct a review of the situation and to make recommendations to prevent similar tragedies in the future. Although the Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) contends that an incident of the magnitude of Lac Megantic is unlikely to occur where trucks are involved – and while the frequency and severity of dangerous goods incidents involving trucks are extremely low – the Alliance says additional measures should be taken to further reduce the risk of highway accidents, whether dangerous goods are involved or not. In a white paper of the Transportation of Dangerous Goods by Truck in Canada, CTA repeats its long-standing position that the federal government should introduce a universal mandate requiring all trucks, where the driver is currently required to carry a logbook under the federal hours of service
regulations, to be equipped with an electronic recording device (ELD); and introduce a manufacturing standard (in lock-step with the United States) requiring all new heavy trucks to be equipped with a roll stability system. In addition, CTA says all provinces should follow the lead of Ontario and Quebec by requiring the mandatory activation of truck speed limiters at no more than 105 km/hr and also introduce mandatory entry level training for truck drivers based on a national industry standard. Transport Canada estimates that 70% (tonnage) of dangerous goods are transported by road, 24% by rail; 6% by marine; and less than 1% by air. The most commonly transported dangerous goods are crude petroleum oil, gasoline and fuel oils. The actual number of shipments of dangerous goods transported by truck is unknown. CTA estimates there are at least 2 million – and likely many more – dangerous goods shipments of various sizes by truck each year in Canada. RT
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Professional truck drivers rely heavily on their eyes to perform their daily work tasks. Even the slightest problem in vision can greatly inhibit a driver from performing his or her job effectively and safely. This month I am going to discuss the topic of astigmatism.
stigmatism is a very common eye condition that affects many people. Essentially, astigmatism is defined as an imperfection in the curvature of your eye. It occurs when there is an irregular curve in the cornea or lens of the eye. Astigmatism will cause vision disturbances at all distances. In most cases, astigmatism is present at birth. However, often times it is not significant enough to require treatment. The symptoms associated with astigmatism include blurred or distorted vision, headaches, eyes train and/or fatigue. There is also speculation that there is a correlation between astigmatism and migraine headaches. It is important to see an eye doctor if there are any changes in your vision. He or she will be able to identify the cause of your changes and if they determine that you have astigmatism they will also be able to recommend different treatment options. It is recommended that most healthy adults older than 40 years of age have their eyes examine every 2-4 years until the age of 55. After the age of 55, it is recommended to have them checked every 1-3 years. If you have an increased risk of eye diseases such as glaucoma you may be required to have your eyes examined more often.
The cornea and the lens are two main parts of the eye that are important in focusing the images that we see. If these two components are perfectly shaped it forms a perfect image on the back of the eye. However, if there are any imperfections or irregularities on the surfaces it will cause a distortion in the image. Astigmatism may develop after an eye injury, disease or surgery. However, mostly it is present at birth. Contrary to popular belief, astigmatism is not caused by sitting too close to the television or reading in poor light. If your eye doctor suspects that you have astigmatism, he or she will perform specific tests designed to measure the way light passes through the eye as well as the curvature of your cornea. The good news is that astigmatism is easily treated. The goal of treatment is to address the uneven curvatures of the eye. The first form of treatment is corrective lenses. Eyeglasses can be made with special lens that compensate for the irregular shape of the eye. Contact lenses can also be used to treat astigmatism. There are many different types of contact lenses. Another treatment option is surgery to reshape the surface of the eye. This type of surgery is usually completed using specialized lasers. RT Until next month, drive safely!
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$52,900 2009 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR CUMMINS ISX, 485 H.P, AIR RIDE, 18 SPD, 3.73 RATIO, 221” WHEEL BASE, NEW VIRGIN TIRES
CUMMINS ISX, 485 HP, 13 SPD TRANS, 3.55 RATIO, 13.2/40 AXLE(S), A/RIDE SUSP, 230” WHEELBASE
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64” RAISED-ROOF SLEEPER, DETROIT ENG; 560 HP, 18 SPD TRANS; TANDEM AXLE(S), A/RIDE SUSP; 244” WHEELBASE, 966,626 KMS
CUMMINS ENG; 450 HP, 13 SPD TRANS; 12/40 AXLE(S), A/ RIDE SUSP; 175” WHEELBASE, 701,553 KMS
CUMMINS POWER
2 UNITS
LOW KMS
2009 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR
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4 UNITS
VIRGIN TIRES
4 UNITS
$47,900
CALL FOR PRICE 2010 WESTERN STAR TRACTOR
$42,900
$49,900 2009 VOLVO VNL780
VOLVO VED 16, 500 HP, 3.55 RATIO, 13.2/40 AXLE(S), A/RIDE SUSP, 234” WHEELBASE
2009 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR
CUMMINS ISX, 450 HP, 10 SPD TRANS, 3.70 RATIO, 12/40 AXLE(S), A/RIDE SUSP, 224” WHEELBASE
$71,900
$47,900 2009 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR
CUMMINS ENG; 450 HP, 10 SPD TRANS; 12/40 AXLE(S), A/RIDE SUSP; 173” WHEELBASE, 416,408 KMS
2011 PETERBILT 386
CUMMINS ISX, 485 HP, 18 SPD TRANS, 3.70 RATIO, 12/40 AXLE(S), A/RIDE SUSP, 236” WHEELBASE
VIRGIN TIRES
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$29,900
2007 VOLVO VNL780
CUMMINS ISX, 530 HP, 13 SPD TRANS, 3.58 RATIO, 13.2/40 AXLE(S), A/RIDE SUSP, 235” WHEELBASE
VOLVO VED 13, 485 HP, 3.73 RATIO, 12/40 AXLE(S), AIR RIDE SUSP, 176” WHEELBASE, AIR SLIDE 5TH WHEEL
ARROW TRUCK SALES WELCOMES
WILFRED PANDE
DEF/SCR
$79,900
$34,950
2007 VOLVO VT880
VOLVO VED 16, 550 HP, 18 SPD TRANS, 3.70 RATIO, 13.2/40 AXLE(S), A/RIDE SUSP, 244” WHEELBASE
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CALL FOR PRICE 2009/10’s VOLVO VNL64T300
$29,900 $74,900
2012 VOLVO VNL780 VOLVO VED16, 550 H.P, AIR RIDE, 12 SPD, 3.42 RATIO, 229” WHEEL BASE
2011 VOLVO VNL670 VOLVO VED 13, 475 HP, 12 SPD TRANS, 3.36 RATIO, 13.2/40 AXLES, A/RIDE SUSP, 210” WHEELBASE
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