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elcome to the May 2012 edition of Road Today and thanks for your continued interest in the award-winning magazine for the changing face of the trucking industry.

The current edition carries stories, features, updates on new products and developments related to trucking industry. Regular features like Trucking Quotient Quiz, Road Safety Tips, Entertainment, Health Column, Kids Corner, etc. also make good read.

Persons Against the Crime of Trafficking in Humans (PACT) -Ottawa has teamed up with the Owner-Operator’s Business Association of Canada (OBAC) to roll out the TruckSTOP Campaign, a human trafficking awareness initiative that provides truck drivers with information on signs they can look for to identify situations where human trafficking could be taking place. We applaud the campaign team on launching this program and extend our full support towards spreading the word out.

The Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has responded to a request from the Ontario Trucking Association to modernize the Class A road-test by allowing all prospective, upgrading or renewing commercial drivers the option to use a truck with an automatic transmission. Beginning May 1 2012, all applicants attempting a Class A road test (upgrade or renewal) are permitted to use commercial vehicles, including dump trucks, equipped with either a manual or automatic transmission provided all other minimum vehicle configuration requirements are met.

This is welcome news for drivers and fleets who

wanted more equipment options for their road tests at a time when the trend towards automatic transmissions is growing.

Team Road Today will be organizing a chain of events as a part of Road Safety Challenge 2012 to make Ontario’s roads the safest in the world. Look out for some unique road safety initiatives when you visit the Road Today Truck Show on May 26th & 27th at the Powerade Centre in Brampton including the distracted driving simulator. The show will have plenty of activities including Trade Show, Show & Shine Competition, Job Fair, Trucking Excellence Awards, Family Entertainment and lots more.

A month long distracted driving campaign will also be launched at the show. Entry & parking to the show is always free for visitors. Visit www. roadtodaytruckshow.com for more details and please bring your families along with, as there is something for every age group to enjoy and learn.

‘Road Today Show’ - a weekly program on Rogers Television Cable 10 focused on creating awareness on various elements of road safety amongst road users (drivers, passengers, pedestrians) of all age groups is premiering this month on May 8th. Let us know your thoughts towards making it as informative and interesting.

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CHEVRON’S DELO TRUCK COMES TO PERFORMANCE EQUIPMENT

PACT-OTTAWA, OBAC PARTNER TO LAUNCH TRUCKSTOP CAMPAIGN

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VOLVO TRUCKS EXTENDS ‘XE’ FUEL EFFICIENCY PACKAGE TO 16-LITER ENGINE Volvo Trucks has added two XE – exceptional efficiency – drivetrain packages featuring the 16-liter Volvo D16 engine. The first, a heavy-spec XE16 package rated for combination weights up to 143,000 pounds, was designed specifically for the North American heavy long combination vehicle (LCV) market. The second XE16 package combines exceptional fuel efficiency with outstanding performance for five-axle tractor-semi trailer combinations up to 80,000 pounds.

MTO CONSIDERS 5-YEAR EXTENSION OF CB EXEMPTION FROM DISTRACTED DRIVING RULES

The Ontario Ministry of Transportation appears to be leaning towards a five-year extension to the exemption for hand-held, two-way radio usage under the province’s 2009 distracted driving law. The ministry is soliciting stakeholder and public feedback on the issue of continuing to allow commercial drivers to use two-way, Citizen Band Radios (CB) beyond Jan. 1 2013, when the exemption is set to expire.

NATURAL GAS HAS POTENTIAL AS TRUCKING FUEL

Natural gas could be a viable fuel for the trucking industry, despite higher upfront costs to install the appropriate engine technology in these vehicles.

In a new report, The Conference Board of Canada estimates that converting fleets to natural gas could generate savings of approximately $150,000 per truck over a 10-year period.

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NEWS/FEATURE IHSA Fleet Safety Council Annual Conference 2012 Quick Truck Lube to hold Annual Customer Appreciation BBQ on July 13 Team Truck Centres Announces Rob Nusca as Used Truck Manager Kee Human Resources Renews Sponsorship of Best Fleets to Drive For Seminar Series MTO Extends Auto Transmission Option for Class A Road Tests

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TRUCK WORLD 2012 – Canada’s National Truck Show held at the International Centre from 19th to 21st April was a great opportunity to see everything you have ever dreamed about... trucks, equipment, products, technology, services and so much more under one roof.

Truck World will be back in Toronto in April 2014. However, readers have a variety of trucking events to visit during the ongoing show season. Coming up next is the 4th Annual Road Today Truck Show – Canada’s Multicultural Truck Show which will roll out from the Powerade Centre in Brampton on May 26th and 27th. Visitors will have an opportunity to meet and greet the industry professionals plus win lots of prizes and giveaways. Entry is FREE! See more details with our lineup of exhibitors at www.roadtodaytruckshow.com

PACT-Ottawa, OBAC Partner to Launch TruckSTOP Campaign to Put the Brakes on Human Trafficking PACT-Ottawa is calling on truck drivers to be the eyes and ears of a program intended to stop human trafficking. PACT has just launched its TruckSTOP Campaign, a human trafficking awareness initiative that provides truck drivers with information on signs they can look for to identify situations where human trafficking could be taking place.

Persons Against the Crime of Trafficking in Humans (PACT) says that human trafficking is a serious problem in Canada. Men, women and children – Canadian citizens, permanent residents, new immigrants and refugees – are bought and sold every day here in Canada and are usually forced into unpaid labour or work in the sex trade. Truck drivers are in a position to notice such activity, PACT says.

“Transportation is a key element of human trafficking. Traffickers move their victims frequently, to isolate them and to avoid detection. They travel the same roads and highways that truck drivers do,” says PACT’s Kim Howson, coordinator of the TruckSTOP Campaign. “PACT-Ottawa believes that truck drivers are in a good position to help stop human trafficking and we’re giving them the tools to join the fight.”

The first TruckSTOP campaign information packages were delivered to the Antrim Truck Stop in Arnprior, Ont. on Friday, April 20, as PACT staff and volunteers made their way to Toronto to introduce the campaign and training materials to truck drivers at Truck World 2012. PACT-Ottawa has teamed up with the Owner-Operator’s Business Association of Canada (OBAC) to get the campaign rolling.

“Truck drivers can make a valuable contribution to combatting human trafficking,”says OBAC’s Executive Director Joanne Ritchie.

“We’re proud to support the TruckSTOP Campaign and be part of the solution to a devastating problem.”

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exhibit certain signs and behaviours. PACT-Ottawa is asking truck drivers who witness several of these signs and suspect human trafficking to call in a tip to local law enforcement or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. There are signs that you can look for to determine whether an individual may be involved in human trafficking. A trafficked individual may be: W - Watched (someone is constantly watching over them, and monitoring their movement and communication) A - Afraid (fear for their own safety or the safety of their family) T - Tired (may be suffering from exhaustion or malnutrition, or show signs of physical abuse) C - Confused (appear to be uncomfortable in their surroundings, or seem unfamiliar with the place where they are working) H - Housed at work (appear to live where they are working) Howson says PACT’s TruckSTOP Campaign was inspired by the success of a similar American campaign run by Truckers Against Trafficking.

“A truck driver noticed suspicious activity at a truck stop and called 911,” Howson says. “His tip led to the rescue of two underage girls who had been kidnapped and forced into the sex trade, along with seven other individuals. That call led to the arrest and conviction of 31 traffickers, and it broke up a trafficking ring that was operating across 13 states. One tip made a huge impact in combating human trafficking.”

PACT-Ottawa is a non-profit organization committed to preventing human trafficking and assisting trafficked persons. For more information on PACT-Ottawa or the TruckSTOP campaign, visit www.pact-ottawa.org, e-mailtruckstop@pact-ottawa.org, or call 613-875-PACT (7228).

The TruckSTOP Campaign is supported in part by Public Safety Canada.

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Volvo Trucks Extends Award-Winning ‘XE’ Fuel Efficiency Package to 16-liter Engine V

olvo Trucks is furthering its North American fuel efficien“Both XE16 packages provide unheralded fuel efficiency for cy leadership with the addition of two XE – exceptional customers requiring high horsepower and torque and the heavyefficiency – drivetrain packages featuring the 16-liter Volvo D16 spec XE16 package is the first integrated fuel efficiency powertrain engine. The first, a heavy-spec XE16 package rated for combination designed exclusively for the over-the-highway North American weights up to 143,000 pounds, was designed specifically for the LCV market,” Saxman said.

North American heavy long combination vehicle (LCV) market.

XE16 package for vehicle combinations up to 143,000 The second XE16 package combines exceptional fuel efficiency pounds with outstanding performance for five-axle tractor-semitrailer Developed for gross combination weights up to 143,000 combinations up to 80,000 pounds. pounds, the heavier-spec XE16 package utilizes heavy-duty “XE16 directly suspensions and rear addresses the needs of axles with a 3.21 ratio two important market instead of the 3.73 rear segments that historiaxle often specified on cally have had very few North American LCVs. fuel-efficient powerThe XE16 package train options,” said Ed reduces cruising rpm Saxman, Volvo Trucks from 1,425 to 1,225 drivetrain product at 62 mph (100 kph), manager. “The beauty yielding about a 3 of Volvo’s XE power- Volvo Trucks’ will offer two XE16 powertrain packages. The first, a heavy-spec XE16 package rated for combination weights percent fuel efficiency train is that it delivers up to 143,000 pounds, was designed specifically for the North American heavy long combination vehicle (LCV) market. The improvement. second XE16 package combines exceptional fuel efficiency with outstanding performance for five-axle tractor-semitrailer the full power and XE16 package for combinations up to 80,000 pounds. low-end torque needed vehicle combinations for higher weight apto 80,000 pounds plications while saving fuel by running at a lower rpm.”

The second XE16 rating addresses 80,000 pound tractor and The XE16 packages “downspeed” the engine at cruising semi-trailer combinations that are specified with a focus on both speeds by 200 rpm or more than traditional specs. Each package fuel efficiency and high performance. The engine, in combination utilizes a new D16 engine rating of 500 horsepower and 2,050 with a 2.64 rear axle ratio and overdrive I-Shift transmission, will lb-ft. of torque, Volvo I-Shift automated mechanical transmission, operate within its sweet spot throughout the vehicle speed range to specialized axle ratios, specific tire sizes and proprietary software improve fuel efficiency for this class of vehicle. that facilitates seamless communication among Volvo’s integrated Volvo first introduced its “downspeeding” concept in powertrain components. The XE16 provides the full 2,050 lb-ft. September 2011 with the XE13 powertrain package, which utilizes of torque while running as low as 1,000 rpm to improve low-rpm Volvo’s 13-liter D13 engine. Available on all VN highway tractors, drivability. Key enablers of XE16’s low engine speed technology the XE13 powertrain package offers up to 455 horsepower and include the exceptionally powerful Volvo Engine Brake, as well as 1,750 lb-ft. torque at 1,050 rpm – 200 rpm or lower than traditional massive connecting rods with large bearing surface areas that help specs. alleviate bearing stress.

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MTO Considers 5-Year Extension of CB Exemption from Distracted Driving Rules

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he Ontario Ministry of Transportation appears to be leaning towards a five-year extension to the exemption for hand-held, two-way radio usage under the province’s 2009 distracted driving law.

Before making the final decision, the ministry is soliciting stakeholder and public feedback on the issue of continuing to allow commercial drivers to use two-way, Citizen Band Radios (CB) beyond Jan. 1 2013, when the exemption is set to expire.

Because of the pervasive use of these devices among commercial drivers, MTO agreed to a three-year, phase-out to allow for the development of hands-free, two-way technologies. At the time, MTO stated that should no suitable alternative be developed to replace CBs within that timeframe, it would consider expanding the exemption.

In a letter to the Ontario Trucking Association, transportation minister Bob Chiarelli, stated that while it recognizes that a market to replace hand-held CBs has not developed at this time, the government and industry must continue to work towards a viable solution.

The Ontario Trucking Association, which supports the intent of Ontario’s ban on hand-held devices, would welcome an additional 5-year exemption for CB radios.

OTA president, David Bradley, agrees that the market for a hands-free version of the still popular CB “is going to need more time to develop.” He says the CB “remains an important safety and social communication tool for thousands of truck drivers” and commends MTO for “choosing a regulatory path specifically for these devices that encourages the development of a suitable, readily available hands-free technology down the road but in the meantime is not disruptive to the everyday operations of countless truck drivers.”

Comments to the ministry can be made from April 16 to May 30, 2012 by way of the government’s Regulatory Registry at www. ontariocanada.com/registry

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“Here at Quick Truck Lube we are proud of our leadership role in the lubricants industry and take our responsibility seriously. This is why we have arranged a one-day truck show at our location,” said Gurjinder Johal, President of the company.

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Team Truck Centres announces Rob Nusca as Used Truck Manager

TEAM Truck Centres has announced the appointment of Rob Nusca as Used Truck Sales Manager based out of its Kitchener location.

“We are extremely excited that Rob has taken charge of our used truck operation” states Tim Ryan, TEAM’s Director of Vehicle Sales. Tim adds, “Rob’s expertise will allow us to be even more competitive in assisting larger fleets, vocational customers and our highly valued owner operator customers find top dollar for their used power units.”

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As a part of the Ontario leg of the tour, an engaging and educational event was held at Performance Equipment in Mississauga on April 13th. This informative event included a special tour of the Delo Truck with its 19 learning stations – most with interactive displays.

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Proposed GHG Regulations Consistent with Direction Truckers Already Headed In – Says CTA

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he announcement by Environment Minister Peter Kent aimed at reducing Canada’s greenhouse gas emissions from heavy trucks is consistent with the direction the industry is already headed in says Canadian Trucking Alliance President David Bradley.

Bradley says the proposed regulations being published follow in the path established by a similar U.S. regulation a year ago. “It would be advisable that the regulations allow for some flexibility to take into account differences in the Canadian truck market versus the situation in the U.S., but the industry supports this initiative,” he said.

“The way you reduce GHGs is through improved fuel efficiency and with diesel prices continuing to increase year by year, motor carriers are motivated to burn less fuel,” he said. “In fact, at no time in our industry’s history have our companies environmental goals been so aligned with society’s desire to reduce GHGs.” Under the proposed regulations heavy truck tractor and engine OEMs will be encouraged to meet average GHG emission targets as a percentage of their total fleet sales over the 2014-18 period. Compliance measures in the United States will include a system of bankable and tradable credits and possibly penalties. The regulations will not deal with existing tractors. Nor will they cover existing or new trailers, although the US Environmental Protection Agency has indicated it could regulate GHG emissions caused by trailer drag in 2018.

It is expected that manufacturers will meet the targets mainly through cab design (aerodynamics), engine modifications and low rolling resistance tires.

It is hoped that by model year 2018, GHG emissions from new heavy trucks will be 20 per cent less than 2010 models.

“That would be a good thing,” said Bradley.

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that it does not prescribe what has to be done to reach the GHG reduction targets as was the case with the smog emissions mandate,” he said. “That is not a bad thing since the trucking industry is not homogenous in terms of the type of equipment used to transport various commodities, the terrain, etc., but it does not provide the truck buyer with an Energy Star type labelling system identifying the most fuel efficient product.”

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recently attended the Truck World Show in Toronto at the International Centre. I had many people contact and thank me for the articles I write and blogs I contribute to various publications. However, I was also amazed, at how many companies do not take the time to explain the various acronyms we use in the industry, and what they are spending money on.

C-TPaT: The Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) is a voluntary supply chain security program led by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and focused on improving the security of private companies’ supply chains with respect to terrorism.

PiP: This is the Canadian equivalent of C-TPAT. However it is Partners in Protection. You can voluntarily apply for participation but still have to meet the same criteria as U.S. FaST: I know we all want drivers to have a FAST Card, however have companies taken the time to explain what FAST means? The Free and Secure Trade (FAST) program is a commercial clearance program designed to ensure safety and security while expediting legitimate trade across the Canada–U.S.border.

SLC: This term is for carriers to train their drivers to write on a Bill of Lading. It means Shippers Load and Count. It is a recognized term and protects the carriers and the shippers and the consignee’s best interests, especially when picking up a pre-loaded trailer for movement across the border.

B/L: What is it? Simply it is the Bill of Lading. What 3 things does it do however are very complex. (a) It is a receipt for the cargo (b) It is a Contract for Carriage and (c) It is a Transfer of Title to the cargo. Once all the buying and selling terms have been met, the Transfer of Title to the cargo takes place from seller to buyer.

CBP: U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a federal law enforcement agency of the United States Department of Homeland Security charged with regulating and facilitating international trade, collecting import duties, and enforcing U.S. regulations, including trade, customs and immigration.

CBSa: The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is a federal law enforcement agency that is responsible for border enforcement, immigration enforcement and customs services. aCE: No! it has nothing to do with the highest card in a deck of cards. It is the Automated Customs Environment. Information transmitted ahead of your arrival to the U.S.A. entry point so you are pre-cleared for arrival and entry to the United States. aCi: The Canadian equivalent of ACE however it stands for Advance Commercial Information. It is the same as above, only at the time or writing; it is not 100% fully implemented and or ready for full implementation yet.

Be careful what you sign. Read it, understand it, and only if you are comfortable, accept it.

In the coming few months I will continue with acronyms and what they mean.

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TRUCK WORLD 2012 BRINGS BACK OPTIMISM IN THE INDUSTRY TRUCK WORLD 2012 – Canada’s National Truck Show held at the International Centre from 19th to 21st April was a great opportunity to see everything you have ever dreamed about... trucks, equipment, products, technology, services and so much more under one roof.

As the leading face-to-face marketplace for Canada’s $ 67 billion industry, Truck World had something for everyone involved in trucking. With well over 300 exhibitors spread around 300,000 square feet of exhibition space, the event welcomed thousands of industry visitors. The show featured several useful elements, including the Vocational Truck & Equipment Expo, endorsed by the Canadian Transportation Equipment Association.

Congrats are due to everyone at Newcom Business Media for meticulously planning information-packed seminars and plenty of other activities for the benefit of trucking community.

Thanks to sponsors, exhibitors and all the visitors for reflecting the heightened optimism in the trucking industry.

Large number of advertisers, readers and industry patrons took time to visit the Road Today booth in Hall 5.

We thank all of them for the continued support and connecting with us.

Truck World will be back in Toronto in April 2014. However, readers have a variety of trucking events to visit during the ongoing show season. To start with, the 4th Annual Road Today Truck Show – Canada’s Multicultural Truck Show will roll out from the Powerade Centre in Brampton on May 26th and 27th. The show management is committed to bring together an informative and entertaining event for the trucking community. Visitors will have an opportunity to meet and greet the industry professionals plus win lots of prizes and giveaways. Entry is FREE! See more details with our lineup of exhibitors at www.roadtodaytruckshow.com For more pictures from the TRUCK WORLD Show, visit our facebook page at www.facebook.com/ roadtoday 20

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Glasvan Great Dane introduces new Autocar shunt truck

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lasvan Great Dane was happy to welcome industry visitors to its location in Mississauga, as it introduced the new Autocar shunt truck on April 3, 2012.

The Autocar shunt truck, according to Glasvan, stands ‘head and shoulders’ above its competition because of features unique to it. “We are extremely excited to bring the Autocar shunt tractor to Canada,” said George Cobham, Jr., VP of Sales & Marketing of Glasvan. Glasvan supports hundreds of existing shunt tractors including in their lease and rental fleet. He went on to say, “We feel that we now have a truck that addresses many of the reliability

issues that operations are confronted with on a daily basis. With shunt tractors uptime is tantamount. The cab layout, ergonomics and visibility offered by the standard largest windshield and full 6’ tall sliding rear door makes the truck an operator favourite.”

Visitors were treated to access to the Autocar, and those features were pointed out.

Glasvan Great Dane is located at 5151 Everest Drive #7 Mississauga, ON L4W 2Z3 (905) 624-0553. Readers can see detailed information on the Autocar at www.glasvangreatdane.com/ autocar.

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Social Media and Transportation: What the Heck do I Post?

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nce you get past the odd terminology that includes words like ‘Tweet’ ‘Follow’ and ‘Blog, it can be hard to know just where to begin where social media is concerned. One of the biggest challenges a lot of people face, especially in the beginning, is figuring out what in the heck to post.

It can be hard to know what types of information will appeal to your current and potential clients, your colleagues and other folks in the transportation community. And I’m not talking about sharing what you ate for breakfast...Quality content is the currency that determines who thrives and who doesn’t on the world wide web.

Listen, Listen, Listen!

I have found that before diving into social media, taking some time to ‘listen’ is an important first step in learning about how this medium is being used by transportation industry folks to share information, make connections and promote their businesses.

So what, exactly, do I mean when I say ‘listen?’

I mean taking some time to assess the transportation environment online. I mean watching the different networks for the types of posts and content that generates the most attention with an eye to learning what provides value to the transportation community.

Consider signing yourself up for one or two of the more popular social networks. Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook have quite a lot in the way of transportation content. Search for people posting content with terms like ‘transportation,’ ‘trucking,’ and ‘logistics’ and take note of who stands out. Specifically: • Who is posting

quality content?

• What topics seem to be generating the most attention?

• What types of information is being re-circulated by others?

• What types of content is generating discussion?

Start off by following a few of these ‘quality contributors’ and you’ll quickly find yourself being led to other quality contributors...it has a bit of a snowball effect. Once you have a good ‘lay of the land,’ you can then start adding to the conversations taking place, repost content that is relevant to your own audience and then move on to contributing your own stories.

Some rules of Thumb When you are ready to start adding quality content of your own, think about what types of information your own audience would find useful and take time to read. Here are some

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general rules of thumb on what tends to be of value: • Post on industry trends and statistics • Point out resources of value on the internet to your audience • Compile (or curate) information from across the internet on a topic or trend of interest • Share fun facts, jokes and quotes of interest • Share your two cents on timely topics, news and trends • Stay away from over-posting (or only posting) promotional or sales-based content Still confused? Sometimes the best way to learn is by doing. Sign yourself up for an account on Twitter or Facebook and start poking around.

You may be surprised at how quickly you catch on.

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Chevron Extends Primary Lubricant Supplier Relationship with Slotegraaf Group Through 2017 Delo Lubricants with ISOSYN Technology to Deliver Optimum Performance to Customers

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hevron Lubricants Canada announced it has extended its role as the primary lubricant supplier to the Slotegraaf Group through 2017. Since 2005, Chevron has been the primary supplier of heavy-duty engine oils, lubricants and coolants to the Slotegraaf Group, one of the largest commercial trucking original equipment (OE) dealer groups in Canada.

The extended relationship is focused on Chevron’s Delo line of advanced engine oils, lubricants and coolants, which are formulated with ISOSYN Technology – a proprietary combination of highly refined base oils with advanced additives. Delo products will be the default fill for all vehicle service at Slotegraaf dealerships.

At an event in Ontario on March 22, Chevron honoured this longstanding and strategic relationship. In attendance, were representatives from the Slotegraaf Group, Volvo and Mack Canada and Chevron Lubricants Canada. During the event, Chevron presented the Slotegraaf Group with a plaque commemorating the numerous years of sharing a successful business partnership.

“The Slotegraaf Group is one of the most prominent and successful original equipment dealers in Canada and this extended relationship is a renewed confidence in our Delo products and the people behind the brand,”said Robert Chamberland, Canada Direct Sales Manager, Chevron Lubricants Canada. “We are extremely pleased to continue working with such a quality organization.”

“At the Slotegraaf Group, we have extremely high standards for everything we do,” said John Slotegraaf Jr, President, The Slotegraaf Group. “This is the reason we have continued to grow our business over the years. We try to be a partner in our customers’ businesses, because their success is our success. Chevron and its Delo brand of lubricants deliver a level of performance that allows us to help our customers meet their business objectives. Our mutual high standards are an excellent fit.”

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Bruce Outridge has been in the transportation industry for twenty five years. He now operates Outridge Consulting Services helping create professional drivers for the transportation industry. For more details please visit www.outridge.ca.

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riving for a living as a professional driver can be both very boring and very exciting at the same time. The rumble of the big truck, sitting high above the traffic can be a great feeling as you roll down the road.

One of the biggest challenges for any driver is staying alert. The conditions may change but many times the body doesn’t change to those conditions and still has trouble staying awake.

That’s because the alertness comes from the inside not the outside.

I had this happen to me on one of my trips. I was on the outskirts of Chicago heading west on a wonderful sunny day. I was on schedule, the truck was clean, the weather was perfect and the scales were closed, otherwise a perfect day. As I hummed down the road at the speed limit I started to go into that zone known as “Highway Hypnosis” or “White Line Fever” where you are awake and asleep all at the same time. This is common among truck drivers and many use the so called C.B. radio to battle it. I had managed to get into that state and what woke me up was the dreaded voice over the radio that said, “Here he comes!” As I looked to my left I noticed a car coming through the ditch towards me. With no where to go I began to break as the car spun

in my direction. As he twirled to the right side of my lane I steered to the left to avoid hitting the car. After the dust had settled and everything had stopped, the car had stopped just a few inches from my fuel tank on the passenger side. The family was okay and no one hit anyone but the driver of the car was very happy that I was able to stop. Things could have turned out much differently. I may not have been

able to change the situation, but if the other driver hadn’t said anything who knows where I would have been, I was in my own zone.

So how do you stop feeling that way on long drives, many people fall asleep in a car, not a good program if you plan on being a long haul truck driver. Many times the solution is on

the inside. I felt good that day and the only thing I knew was that I was ready for a coffee break and was waiting to come across a place to stop. You need to know your internal clock, maybe you are overtired from the night before but don’t realize it. Maybe you always fall asleep on long drives and shorter routes may be more of your taste. Are you night driver or a day driver? I used to have a huge problem driving at night because my internal clock wasn’t good at that time. Every person is different so it is important to find out what works for you. Many times we are hurrying around unloading, doing paperwork and other duties and it is not until we are driving down a lonely piece of highway that our bodies start to relax and drift into “the zone.”

Could you imagine if we had fire places in the trucks, a nice cozy fire, a fluffy pillow, and you would be snoring in five minutes?

The best way to find out how your body ticks is to analyze it.

Take note of how your body is feeling at certain times of the day. What types of situations make you tired and which ones keep you highly alert. Coffee has never woken me up on the road and if eating chips is your way of staying alert you may have other issues to deal with down the road. Much of this starts with our internal clocks and as professional drivers it is your duty to keep your truck in control on the road. Knowing your body is one way of learning when you operate best.

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OTA Applauds MTO Move to Extend Auto Transmission Option for Class A Road Tests T

he Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has responded to a request from the Ontario Trucking Association to modernize the Class A road-test by allowing all prospective, upgrading or renewing commercial drivers the option to use a truck with an automatic transmission.

In a letter to OTA, Ontario’s transportation minister, Bob Chiarelli, has announced that beginning May 1 2012, all applicants attempting a Class A road test (upgrade or renewal) are permitted to use commercial vehicles, including dump trucks, equipped with either a manual or automatic transmission provided all other minimum vehicle configuration requirements are met (see appendix below).

Until this change, truck drivers between the ages of 18 and 64 were required to use trucks with manual (standard) transmissions only for their road-tests.

In 2009, MTO began to allow drivers 65 years old to use automatic transmissions. The option has now been extended to all commercial drivers of any age.

“Over the past 15 years, many fleets have invested in automatic transmissions to expand recruitment and retention potential and also to try and improve fuel economy and reduce the GHG output of their fleets,” said OTA President David Bradley. “Today’s

announcement by MTO is excellent news for drivers and fleets who wanted more equipment options for their road tests at a time when the trend towards automatic transmissions is growing.”

“Not having the ability for new drivers to take the Class A with an automatic transmission created logistical challenges for a growing number of carriers,” he said. “As the driver work force ages and the driver shortage becomes more pronounced, automatic transmissions can play a role in making it easier for older drivers to stay in the seat while opening new doors for other people from non- traditional sources, such as individuals who may be embarking on a second career in the industry.”

MTO says the change reflects the growing prevalence of automatic transmissions in the trucking industry.

Minimum vehicle configuration requirements : A fifth wheel covering; a single trailer having an overall length of 45 ft; and a full air brake system on both truck and trailer.

Dump trucks must include a dump body pup trailer having a pintle hook connection and a full air brake system on both truck and trailer.

Applicants who pass their Class A road test with a vehicle configuration that does not meet above requirements will be granted a restricted Class A driver’s licence.

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atural gas could be a viable fuel for the trucking industry, despite higher upfront costs to install the appropriate engine technology in these vehicles. In a new report, The Conference Board of Canada estimates that converting fleets to natural gas could generate savings of approximately $150,000 per truck over a 10-year period. This saving is nearly twice the cost of installing a natural gas engine – estimated at $80,000 per vehicle.

“Our models indicate that while the capital costs are high, the savings from lower fuel costs make natural gas an economically viable fuel for the trucking sector,” said Vijay Gill, coauthor of Cheap Enough? Making the Switch From Diesel Fuel to Natural Gas. “Trucking firms could reap significant net benefits in operating costs while also reducing their environmental impact.”

This report considers the potential for natural gas as an alternative to diesel as a transportation fuel for heavy-duty trucks in particular, as well as for rail and marine operations.

To become a viable transportation fuel, natural gas must be compressed or liquefied, which restricts a vehicle’s range or makes a larger fuel tank necessary (which reduces the truck’s carrying capacity). This report focuses primarily on modelling the impacts of trucks powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG), since it out-performs compressed natural gas (CNG) in terms of range.

The financial impact of converting trucking fleets to natural gas includes the expected operating cost savings over the life cycle of the vehicle, the additional upfront capital costs, and the impact of fuel taxes and capital cost allowances.

Historically, natural gas has traded about half the price of crude oil per unit of energy. That gap has steadily widened and continues to grow, which leaves room to cover the additional costs of compressing or liquefying gas for transportation fuel.

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the short term than zero-carbon alternatives. GHG emissions would be expected to fall by more than 50 tonnes per truck per year, assuming no additional demand is generated as a result of the lower operating costs.

Other than the additional cost of the trucks themselves, potential hurdles to the wholesale adoption of natural gas as a transportation fuel include tax policy and refueling infrastructure.

Nearly half of the estimated savings from natural gas vehicles are in the form of fuel tax savings, as natural gas is currently exempt from the equivalent of a road diesel excise tax. Uncertainty over whether natural gas could lose its tax exemption compounds the disincentive created by the high capital cost of converting to natural gas engines.

As well, refuelling infrastructure that is both prevalent and competitive with other fuels will have to be developed to make LNG a viable energy source for vehicles – especially as liquefaction adds to costs and reduces the life-cycle energy balance.

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By Bruce Outridge

Frank was a good man, he was good to his family, a hard worker on the job, and had good intentions of doing the right thing on a regular basis. He was the kind of employee many businesses would be proud to have as their own.

Frank had one ßaw however, keeping himself on schedule, he was notorious for being late. When questioned about it he always had some excuse about trafÞc, being held up at a customer, family issues at home, and other important factors that most people could forgive. The problem was that they happened all the time and at the end of the day it was always Frank that was late.

On this particular day Frank was very frazzled, he had been on the road for a long stretch and was just coming off a very short break to return to another long period away from home. He hadn’t gotten the rest that he really needed as he tried to juggle priorities between family and work. He had been home all weekend with his kids and was now running late in true Frank style. That load he brought in last week needed to be delivered in town by nine in the morning and with trafÞc that meant a good hour to his destination. He had planned to leave early in the morning and eat breakfast close to his delivery, but getting ready for the week had taken longer than expected. So after completing his pre-trip inspection he drove out of the yard to his delivery hoping to make up for lost time. This was an important customer and missing his delivery appointment may mean lost miles the rest of the week. His mind kept turning as he drove reminding him of his delivery appointment of 9:00am. TrafÞc was brutal that morning making things even worse as he arrived at the exit for his delivery he felt he was now home free. Just a short distance to go which shouldnÕt have much trafÞc as it was partially residential. As Frank barreled down the street trying to make up some time he entered a school zone, the speed limit had dropped to forty kilometres an hour, he meant to slow down but his mind was occupied on other things. As he entered further into the school zone a ball bounced into the roadway with a child following in quick pursuit. Even though he was only a little over the speed limit the smoke generated from locking up the brakes created quite a commotion. The loud popping sound heard was the ball being crushed by the trailer tandems, the child was found bruised on the side walk and Frank was a wreck.

After the Police wrapped up their investigation Frank continued the short distance to his delivery. He was now three hours late and another driver had to be brought in as Frank was too emotional to drive. One split second, ten kilometres over the speed limit, and a crushed ball were the items that created this emotional incident. The results were quite different. The child was okay however, the company was sued for negligence, Frank was charged with speeding, careless driving, and the company lost income on the freight and delivery issues. Frank suffered a nervous breakdown because he thought he had hurt a child. What was the cost of speeding? To Frank, it was almost a life!

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Sleepwalking 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

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recently had a patient come into my clinic complaining of wrist and shoulder pain. As it turns out, the patient fell out of his truck in the middle of the night when he was sleepwalking. This is the first case of a truck driver injuring themselves from sleepwalking that I have encountered in my career. In light of this, I decided to research the topic for my own interests.

In this article, I am going to share with you what I discovered.

The medical term for sleepwalking is somnambulism and refers to the act of getting up and walking around while asleep. Although sleepwalking can occur at any age, children between the ages of four and eight are most likely to suffer from this condition.

Individuals who are sleepwalking usually have a glazed or glassy-eyed expression on their face. Common behaviors during sleepwalking include sitting up in bed, walking around the house opening and closing doors or turning lights on and off. In some cases, people will perform common activities such as house work or even driving a car. Oftentimes, sleepwalkers will speak or mumble but may also scream very loudly.

Sleepwalking usually occurs one to two hours after falling asleep. Scientists have concluded that sleepwalking most often occurs

during deep sleep and as a result, it rarely occurs during naps.

The frequency at which sleepwalking occurs varies from person to person. It may occur nightly for some individuals or only once for others.

Presently, the causes of sleepwalking are not well understood.

It is thought that there are many factors which contribute to this condition. Stress, fatigue, anxiety and certain medication may increase the risk of sleepwalking. Sleepwalking is also associated with underlying conditions that affect sleep such as migraine headaches, head injuries and restless leg syndrome. It is important to note that alcohol and illegal drug use can also trigger sleepwalking.

Sleepwalking on its own is not a serious medical concern. However, it can become very dangerous if the sleepwalker leaves their home or truck just like in the case of my patient. If sleepwalking occurs too frequently, it may lead to daytime fatigue.

The diagnosis of sleepwalking is quite simple. Your doctor will

determine the severity and cause by conducting a detailed medical history and by performing a physical examination. If necessary, your doctor may refer for a sleep study. During a sleep study, cameras and sensors will monitor things such as your breathing, eye movements, heartbeat and brain waves. Your doctor will then interpret the results of the sleep study in order to determine the presence of any sleep disorders.

In the majority cases of sleepwalking, treatment is not necessary. If you witness someone sleepwalking, gently and calmly lead them back to bed. Contrary to popular belief, it is ok to wake a person who is sleepwalking. However, the person may be startled and disorientated when awakened.

If you live with someone who sleepwalks frequently, it is important to create an environment that is safe. Locking windows and doors, blocking staircases and removing any tripping hazards are a good place to start. From there, survey your home and use common sense to identify and eliminate any possible treats.

Truck drivers should fallow the same guidelines with their trucks.

The good news is that sleepwalking usually goes away on its own with time.

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