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elcome to the July 2009 edition of Road Today and thanks for your continued interest in the awardwinning magazine for the changing trucking industry. Inside you will find the latest developments and updates related to the trucking industry plus all regular features like Trucking Quotient Quiz, Road Safety Tips, Entertainment, Health Column, Kids Corner, and much more. Truck show season is in full swing. Though, the weather so far has been unpredictable at majority of the show venues, but still the enthusiasm shown by industry professionals is always the best thing to happen. The just concluded Stirling Truck Show was a great event. Congratulations to the Stirling & District Lions Club and all volunteer teams for a successful show. Coming up next is the Fergus Truck Show. So do mark your calendar for the July 25th weekend, visit the Fergus Truck Show with your families and please do not forget to meet team Road Today at Booth M 11. Speed limiter regulations are now enforced as the educational enforcement period of six months has ended on June 30th. Police and MTO enforcement officers will use both existing traffic control techniques and portable electronic testing units to verify the activation of a vehicle speed limiter at 105 km/h maximum. The use of portable electronic testing units will provide access
to the vehicle engine data and confirm if the limiter has been activated at a speed of 105 km/h or less. Please ensure compliance to avoid fines. For specific details, log on to www.roadtoday.com The Ontario government is investing a record $2.4 billion in 2009 to keep our highways and bridges in top form and stimulate the economy - an increase of 24 percent over last year. Drivers are reminded that speeding fines are doubled in construction zones. One can also be fined up to $500 and three demerit points for not obeying the sign of the traffic control person. Summer brings increased traffic to our roads and highways. We need to slow down, look around, signal our intentions and always be trying to identify anything that could be a potential hazard while we travel. This includes pedestrians, cyclist and vehicle operators. Remember, road safety is everyone’s responsibility, but it starts with you. Please keep channels of communication open and send us your valuable feedback and suggestions, as improvement is a continuous process. Do log on to www. goodmorningtoday.ca and listen our weekly radio program online. Drive safe and see you next month! Manan Gupta Editor
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Unscrupulous freight brokers need to clean up their act as the issues related to financial losses received by trucking companies were brought to the attention of Federal Transport Minister John Baird at a meeting held in Brampton. Representatives from trucking companies have submitted a petition asking the federal and provincial governments to “enact legislation that would require load brokers to be licensed by the government and require that all licensed load brokers be bonded to ensure that businesses are compensated for any losses that occur as a result of unscrupulous load brokers.” Read more inside...
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Road to Success in Trucking By Melroy Coelho
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Federal Transport Minister John Baird listens to truckers’ concerns
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ederal Transportation and Infrastructure Minister John Baird was in Brampton on June 26th to hear the first hand experiences of trucking and transportation company owners duped by unscrupulous freight brokers. In a meeting held at the Shingaar Banquet Hall and arranged through the efforts of Kyle Seeback, Conservative Candidate from Brampton West, about 75 trucking professionals submitted a petition asking the federal and provincial governments to “enact legislation that would require load brokers to be licensed by the government and require that all licensed load brokers be bonded to ensure that businesses are compensated for any losses that occur as a result of unscrupulous load brokers." Such regulations exist in the United States and the petition wants the federal and provincial governments to get up to speed. According to the petition, “transportation companies are losing between 5 and 35 percent of their profits due to load brokers who broker loads and then abscond with the money without paying the carriers," Randeep Sandhu, President of Load Solutions, a freight company based in Puslinch, Ontario, said his business has lost about $125,000 to rogue freight brokers during the last year. Other trucking professionals including representatives from the South Asian Trucking Association of Canada raised their concerns and brought ongoing challenges and difficulties to the attention of Minister. Transport Minister Baird gave a patient hearing to all participants and assured a thorough look in finding out a solution towards regulating the freight brokers in Canada.
Federal Transport Minister John Baird (centre) receiving the petition from representatives of trucking industry.
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Kenworth Expands Product Line with Introduction of Kenworth T470 Targets Vocational and Municipal Applications
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Volvo Now Accepting Orders for EPA2010 Trucks, Deliveries Begin This Year
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Volvo Trucks North America is now taking orders for trucks equipped with its Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) exhaust aftertreatment system (seen here in a cutaway display). Exhaust enters the top of the diesel particulate filter (DPF) at upper right and exits the DPF at bottom right into the diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) decomposition zone. DEF is injected into the hot exhaust and flows to the SCR catalytic converter (at left), where NOx is converted into nitrogen gas and water. The now-clean exhaust then exits through the exhaust pipe, at center.
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ransCore Link Logistics and the Transport Institute at the University of Manitoba have entered into a partnership to research transportation trends in the Canadian trucking industry based on data from TransCore’s Canadian based Loadlink freight matching service. Focusing on economic and policy issues as well as the technical aspects of the industry, the University of Manitoba’s Transport Institute is a Canadian leader in transportation research building upon four decades of experience. In 2008, The Transport Institute completed the highly acclaimed “Proposed Innovative Freight Practices” project, which focused on best practices for route optimization, emission reduction and energy conservation. The project highlighted the following key areas for sustainable improvement - Trip scheduling, Load matching, Idle-reduction programs, and Driver training programs, as well as Vehicle operations and maintenance. There are a little over 10,000 for hire carriers operating in the Canadian market. The vast majority (6,900) are small size carriers, operating fewer than 10 trucks and earning less than $1 million annually. Medium size carriers (3,300) with operating fleets of ten to 200 tractors make up the other significant segment. The top 100 carriers, each with annual revenues of over $25 million operate with a fleet size of over 200 tractors. The Transport Institute and TransCore’s research will focus
on the volume of data, over three million freight matches per day, that are generated by Loadlink. Thousands of loads and equipment are posted on the largest spot market for surface freight in Canada and cross border freight with the United States. Over 5,000 transportation companies comprised of freight brokers and for hire carriers throughout Canada access the system every day. Members have access to a wide array of products and services such as invoice factoring, credit bureau reports on all members, satellite truck and trailer tracking, breakdown services, truck specific routing and mileage, online recruitment, fuel discount program, ACE border crossing service, dispatch and operations management and much more. Over 50 percent of Loadlink subscribers are based in Ontario, Quebec and Western Canada and together account for 45 percent, with the latter increasing it’s share of the membership. Claudia Milicevic of TransCore praised the Transport Institute’s leadership and expertise in “conducting in-depth and practical research that provides valuable insights into the most pressing issues faced by the transportation industry. “This report will provide visibility into emerging trends that are developing or declining and enable us to share this information with our broker and carrier members.” Paul Larson of the Transport Institute explained, “TransCore provides a unique visibility into the actual movement of freight in Canada and the United States and a fleet’s usage of technology.”
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Trucking Suffers Third Most Job Losses in April According to Statistics Canada Sheds another 3,300 jobs during the month
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eterbilt Motors Company displayed the latest addition to its hybrid lineup, the Peterbilt Model 335 hybrid tractor, at CALSTART and the Hybrid Truck Users Forum’s (HTUF) “Hybrids on the Hill” event to demonstrate the progress of hybrid technology in the medium and heavy duty truck market, and explore how federal action can best support widespread commercialization. The latest addition to Peterbilt’s hybrid lineup, the new Model 335 hybrid tractor, utilizes Eaton’s Hybrid Electric Power System with an electric motor that assists the PACCAR PX-6 engine with supplemental torque for up to 40 percent fuel economy gains. The system stores energy during stopping through a process called regenerative braking, and then reuses it for acceleration. In addition to the Eaton Hybrid Electric Power System, the Model 335 hybrid tractor features the in-dash 7-inch PACCAR proprietary Hybrid System Monitor. The display provides information regarding fuel economy and battery state of charge, allowing the driver to modify behavior to maximize fuel economy through optimized use of the system. The display also provides full diagnostic capabilities for the hybrid system including system operating status. Additionally, Peterbilt currently offers in full production the Model 330 and Model 335 hybrid vehicles. The Model 335 hybrid utilizes components that provide an up to a 50 percent improvement in fuel efficiency, when configured for a utility
application. These fuel savings are realized through both an on road fuel economy gain, and an 80 percent reduction in engine idling, through electric operation of the Power Take Off (PTO) using the on board lithium ion batteries. The Model 330 hybrid is available with a 26,000 pound GVW rating, and can be configured for non CDL operation with hydraulic brakes for a greater range of driver options. Launching the vehicle electrically in an urban driving cycle can easily achieve fuel economy benefits in excess of 30 percent. Peterbilt is also developing two heavy duty hybrid configurations; a Model 320 hydraulic launch assist (HLA) vehicle for vocational and stop and go applications with production availability in late 2009, and a Model 386 hybrid electric developmental platform for long-haul applications.
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Arrow Truck Sales Announces 4-Year / 400,000 Mile Warranty Option On Used Trucks
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rrow Truck Sales has announced an unprecedented 4-year/400,000 mile comprehensive engine warranty option on pre-owned units. This program provides extended protection for the equipment purchaser who wants to take the worry out of buying used. With the addition of this new coverage plan, Arrow now offers the widest coverage of extended warranties for medium and heavy duty trucks in the industry. Unlike other used truck warranties in the marketplace, Arrow’s warranty includes full coverage (not just major components) during the entire 4 year period. In fact, Arrow’s warranty option is longer than many manufacturers standard new truck engine warranty. This new extended warranty plan is available on 2005 and newer Volvo VNLs with less than 500,000 miles. “Arrow Truck Sales continues to be a true innovator and cutting-edge leader in the used truck industry,” said Carl Heikel, Arrow’s President and CEO. “We have continually led the charge in providing extended warranty options to the used truck buyer. Buyer satisfaction, and exceeding our customers expectations, have truly been the key to Arrow’s success in the industry for nearly 60 years.” “We have always led the industry in this area,” said Lee Wallace, Arrow’s Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “We began including a free 30-day warranty on our trucks in 2003 and started offering a 3 year/300,000 mile warranty program in 2007. Today, we offer an extended warranty that’s unmatched by any of our competitors. Our goal is take the worry out of buying used equipment.” Founded in 1950, Arrow is headquartered in Kansas City, MO and has 16 retail locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Today, Arrow is North America's leading source of pre-owned heavy and medium-duty trucks. Arrow carries all makes and models, maintaining a diverse inventory of more than 2,000 over-the-road tractors, vocational and specialty vehicles, and trailers.
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National Truck League Announces
New Flexible Premium Options in Response to Economy
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n response to economic uncertainty facing truckers today National Truck League (NTL) has just announced significantly increasing coverage options for its most popular trucking insurance program, the Trucker’s Income Replacement Plan. This plan provides truckers and their families the reassurance of knowing their income will be replaced to cover monthly expenses should an on or off the job injury prevent them from working. Since the inception of the Trucker’s Income Replacement Plan in 1990, “NTL has paid millions and millions of dollars in claims to truckers across the country," said Rod Stiller, president of NTL. "Today, Owner/Operators and their carriers are looking for more options. Some want more protection and some want to tailor their coverage to meet business needs and budgets." Prior coverage provided for a maximum lump sum payout up to $300,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment benefit along with a weekly benefit. With NTL’s customized new options Owner/Operators now have a range of Accidental Death & Dismemberment lump sum benefit to choose from of between $100,000 - $500,000 and also a new range of weekly benefit paid out between $400 - $1,000 per week. This flexibility allows Owner/ Operators more choice in coverage and corresponding premium. Stiller contends that the first priority is claims service and coverage but that choice and flexibility are especially important in today's economic times. The Trucker’s Income Replacement Plan is often sought out by Owner/Operators who have opted out of WSIB or CSST, or simply want to enhance their provincial workers' compensation program. For trucking companies, having the right insurance and health coverage plans helps to attract and retain quality people. Since 1988 National Truck League has provided a wide range of specialized products and services to the trucking industry. Their mission is to partner with the trucking industry to protect its trucks, team and profits. For more information visit www.nationaltruckleague.com
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The Wonderful World of Logistics - II By Dara Nagra
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odern Logistics primarily focus to fulfill customers’ needs. It involves management of the various activities required to move benefits from their point of production to the customer. These benefits can either be in the form of tangible products which are manufactured, or intangible such as services provided to the customers. Each organization’s approach to Logistics management is different from one another. Some of these firms are more focused to produce these benefits on their own. Their strategy is more aligned towards capturing raw materials. Alternatively, other companies’ logistics strategy is more inclined towards the distribution of the end products into the hands of the consumer. Regardless of the strategic alignment, logistics system is made up of many functional activities such as: Customer Service: is the ultimate goal of any logistics strategy. It involves complaint handling, special order requests, damage claims, returns, billing problems, etc. A well organized customer service set up ensures continuous business from satisfied customers. Inventory Management: is about carrying enough stock to ensure the best customer service without losing money by storing excessive and dead inventory. This is important at both sides – finished goods as well as raw materials. Transportation: addresses physical movement of goods from a point of origin to a point of consumption. In dealing with international logistics, a well planned
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transportation architecture is required fulfilled on time. Manufacturing needs which involves having an integrated means components and raw materials in order to of transportation through ships, air, rail and make finished goods. Proper planning is road. Knowledge about import and export required to account for machine, labor and rules and regulations also play a great role capacity constraints. in this area. Purchasing: In order to manufacture Storage and materials handling: and deliver orders to customers, internal address the physical storage requirements purchase and procurement of raw materials of holding inventory. It is the management are very important. Lead times for each and acquisition of the proper space supplier also need to be taken into proper required and handling the materials within consideration. that space. Different options need to be Facility location: addresses the analyzed in finalizing the storage strategy strategic placement of warehouses, like Buy vs Lease options, or Public vs manufacturing plants, and transportation Private warehousing. resources. These decisions are not made Packaging: is about protecting the very often, but once made directly reflect product while it is being shipped or stored. the company’s ultimate success or failure. It is also about presenting the products to In addition to the above activities, the ultimate consumer. There are various logistics tasks also include, but are not government labeling rules that need to be limited to other activities such as after sales followed and adhered to. parts and service support, maintenance Information Processing: links all contracts, return goods handling and areas of the logistics system together. recycling operations. An organization’s Various software packages are available strategy guides the way the individual to manage different activities in logistics activities are performed. A well coordinated management. and executed logistics strategy plays an Demand forecasting: helps in important milestone in any organization preparing for meeting the customers success. future demands. Historical sales statistics, seasonal Dara Nagra is CEO of Avaal trends and planned future Technology Solutions - a premier events are considered to solutions provider company serving the accurately forecast future trucking industry. Dara has completed demands. MBA specializing in Technology Innovation from Lansbridge University Production planning: and has over 12 years of management is another component experience in IT industry. He can be of the logistics to ensure reached at 416-821-2199. that customer’s orders are
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Avaal Technology celebrates 39th Graduation Ceremony
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vaal Technology Solutions recently hosted its biggest ever graduation ceremony. The ceremony included graduates from the 39th batch of the Dispatch Specialist Course and the Fast Track Freight Forwarding Course. Graduates from both the courses included: Jehanzeb Khan, Ranjit Basra, Sukhjinder Purewal, Sukhdeep Sidhu, Harjinder Kalair, Sukhjiwan Kaur Gill, Harinder Singh Sandhu, Sunanda
Avaal CEO Dara Nagra (2nd from right) presenting appreciation plaque to Inderpal Grewal, General Manager and Randeep Sandhu, President of Load Solutions, a trucking company based in Puslinch.
Sharma, Tejinder Saini, Umberto Verdoni, Robert Patterson, Jia Jun Chen and Sanjeev Marwaha Featured speakers for the ceremonies were Manan Gupta from Road Today, Randeep Sandhu and Inderpal Grewal from Load Solutions, Jane Ayn Lyndon from Transcore Link Logistics and Vikas Gupta from Arrow Truck Sales. Dr. Ranvir Sharda presided over the event as master of ceremonies. More information about educational programs and logistics services available at Avaal can be obtained by calling 905-595-1313, or by visiting the company head office at 110 – 2 Automatic Road, Brampton, ON L6S 6K8. The company website www.avaal.com also provides information about these services.
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Fergus Truck Show
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July 23 - 26, 2009 Background n 1986, the Fergus Truck Show was established as a one-time event to raise funds for the Fergus & District Community Centre Complex Hall addition and to introduce area residents to the trucking industry. Today the Fergus Truck Show has grown to be North America’s largest truck show, both in paid attendance and the number of the big truck ‘Show & Shine’ contestants. The Fergus Truck Show is the major community fundraising project for the 24 plus groups assisting in various functions at the annual 4th weekend in July event. To date, the Fergus Truck Show has donated more than $600,000 in cash and donations to the various groups assisting and to the Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex (Fergus Community Centre). The weekend event has resulted in approximately 80 million dollars in economic benefit for the Community.
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The 2009 Edition he Fergus Truck Show is proud to feature over 150 million dollars worth of trucks, trailers, equipment, accessories and more, on display. The event is held at the Centre Wellington Community Sportplex (formerly known as Fergus and District Community Centre), located at 550 Belsyde Avenue, Fergus, Ontario. The outdoor complex consists of 65 well-groomed acres, including ball diamond, soccer and rugby field, children’s playground, plus a treed rough camping area. There is limited access to water and hydro throughout the grounds. The Fergus Truck Show has negotiated to rent an additional land adjacent to the site for show expansion. Over 150 Trade Show exhibitors will be displaying the
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latest equipment, technology and accessories throughout the weekend. About 75,000 visitors are expected to attend the 2009 Fergus Truck Show. In 2003, 2005 through 2009 the Fergus Truck Show has been named one of Ontario’s Top 100 Events as well as the recipient of the Centre Wellington Chamber of Commerce “Tourism Impact Award”. There is rough camping (some sites have hydro) available at the grounds.(water fillup & a sewage dumpoff area is also provided).Camping is available on the grounds from Wed. July 22nd to Sun. July 26th. Additional camping is available within a 15 minute radius of the show & motels within 10 minutes. How to Reach ergus is located approximately 60 miles (100 kms) west of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. If coming from Toronto on Highway 401, exit North on Highway # 25, go north through Acton. Turn left on Wellington Rd 124.Then turn right on Wellington Rd 29 go approx. 10 miles. Turn left on Wellington Rd.18. From London or Hamilton go North on Highway # 6 through Guelph and follow signs beginning at Wellington Rd # 22 For additional information call 519-843-3412 or visit www. fergustruckshow.com
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Stirling Truck Show Held Successfully
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he 2009 edition of the Stirling Truck Show held at the fairgrounds in Stirling from June 19-21, 2009 was a successful event. Heavy rains during most part of the show duration failed to dampen the spirits of trucking enthusiasts as the show management reported an increase in overall number of visitors. The wonderful collection of trucks, the pit crew challenge, the circle check, the indoor and outdoor trade show, the show and shine competition, the light show, the seminars, and the memorial highway tribute caught the attention of many people both young and old. Entertainment was the best it has been yet including Ally Howatt, Lazy John, On Tap and Luke Mercier on the fiddle. The children’s programming included bouncing castles, a carousel, sand pits with toy trucks, rock climbing wall with the main attraction being “Odessa Mater” The event generated interest from all sectors of the trucking and transportation industry. Vendors and sponsors exhibited a variety of trucks, trailers, heavy duty parts, tires, and many other services required in the trucking industry. There was plenty of food including a wine & cheese meet and greet and a wonderful full course turkey dinner sponsored by Choice Reefer Systems. The Show and Shine Awards were presented on Sunday at a special ceremony followed by the farewell parade with truckers being thanked on their departure for their participation. The complete list of winners and interesting pictures can be viewed at www.stirlingtruckshow.com
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Mack Trucks Brings Natural Gas Power To Refuse Applications
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n response to the growing need for low-emission alternative fuel vehicles, Mack Trucks, has announced the availability of natural gas-powered engines for refuse applications. Mack officials made the announcement at a news conference during WasteExpo 2009. The MACK TerraPro Low Entry model is now available for order with heavy-duty natural gas engines supplied by Cummins Westport. The TerraPro Cabover model will be available later. The 9-liter Cummins Westport ISL G is rated at 320 hp, can use compressed (CNG) or liquefied natural gas (LNG), and has a threeway catalytic converter to meet EPA’10 emissions standards. “We’re bringing the Mack tradition of application excellence to alternative fuel vehicles,” said Dennis Slagle, Mack president and CEO. “The natural gas products we’ve now brought to market will extend our position of leadership in refuse into this emerging segment.” Groot Industries, Inc., a major waste hauler in the Midwest, has already placed an order for MACK TerraPro Low Entry models
with ISL G engines. The 20 units will run on CNG and are scheduled to go into service in the Chicago area by the end of the year. “Refuse companies these days are expected to be environmental leaders in their communities,” said Brian Curry, director of fleet and facilities for Groot Industries. “We look for ways to serve customers with the cleanest and most efficient trucks available, which is why we were so interested in Mack’s natural gas solution. Our Mack TerraPros will help us reduce emissions and our carbon footprint, as well as lessening the U.S.’s dependence on foreign oil.” Mack officials have seen a growing number of municipalities mandate alternative fuel vehicles as a condition of contracts with refuse haulers. Currently, Mack is working with another Volvo Group company, Terracastus Technologies, to develop a “total solution” landfill gas product that offers fuel production technology combined with natural gas powered vehicles optimized for the landfill hauling application.
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Roadcheck figures show trucking industry’s commitment to safety CTA says technology and government commitment to embracing change and incentives key to future reductions in out-of-service rates
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igures for the 2009 Roadcheck Annual Safety Blitz have once again displayed the trucking industry’s high level of commitment to safety - national Roadcheck truck and driver statistics showed an 82% compliance rate for vehicles and 97% compliance rate for drivers in targeted enforcement this year. “Roadcheck figures since 2007 show small but consistent improvements in vehicle mechanical fitness and driver condition in the industry. Despite enormous pressures on the bottom-line of carriers as a result of this fiscal downturn, these Roadcheck figures are a shining example that the industry has the best people behind the wheel; support, maintenance and operations staff dedicated to safety and industry leaders that are firmly committed to investing in road safety,� said CTA CEO David Bradley. However, CTA CEO Bradley said that neither the industry nor provincial governments should see these Roadcheck inspection figures as a plateau but as a challenge to make a safe industry even safer: “Technology is the key to improving both driver and vehicle performance. CTA has called on the Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrators (CCMTA) to bring into force a mandatory Electronic-on-Board-Recording (EOBR) regime for hours of service compliance which will have a dramatic improvement on the safety performance of drivers. CTA is pleased
with CCMTA’s response and the process is underway to develop a National Safety Code Standard for EOBR’s. CTA is also calling on the federal government to bring in such mandatory technologies as roll stability for tractors which will improve the on-road safety performance of tractor-trailer combinations�, added Bradley. Beyond regulatory changes designed to improve truck safety, CTA also sees a financial role for the federal and provincial governments: “Truck safety is not only improved by doing inspections; Canadian governments need to start thinking out-of-the-box and providing carriers with financial incentives, similar to environmental technology, that will encourage penetration of proven technologies like brake stroke monitoring devices, vehicle stability devices, and lane departure and collision warning system. In the U.S. the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA), along with elected officials, are supportive of government incentives for such devices,� said Bradley. Roadcheck is a combined effort between the Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrators, Transport Canada, Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and the Secretariat of Communications and Transportation (Mexico) .
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"The Paper in Your Truck" By Fred Watkin - CA
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s a professional truck driver, your truck is your office. Now your office is probably about the same size as mine, but with definitely more horsepower, a more comfortable seat, and a better view out the window. One of the last things on your mind will be how to organize your paperwork into a system that makes filing a breeze. One of my most memorable experiences happened while articling as a CA student. Being the junior person in the firm, some of the more... um… flavourful engagements were given to me to complete. I inherited a small file, and the partner advised me to complete it as quickly as possible. Turned out the client was a fisherman, and kept his records on his boat, in a small box, on the floor in the corner. Boxes are good place to start for storing records, but cardboard and fishy water don’t mix too well, and it created a work environment for me that Captain Highliner would be proud of. Now a lesson in basic physics: when cardboard is completely wet, water then finds the next available dry substance, which unfortunately for me, was the myriad of receipts, envelopes, and other pieces of paper within the box. My corner of the office was empty for about a week and a half while I worked on this file. The gentleman was very nice, and I had a beautiful fresh Pacific salmon as a thank you. The best place for you to start with your receipts is to get a box. Cardboard is fine, but I would highly recommend a plastic filing box, with locking lid, available
from any Staples. Organize your files into the usual, such as fuel, maintenance, border and toll fees, meals, etc. Keep original documentation (such as purchase/lease agreements) in a place other than your truck, but keep a copy in the box. As an O/O you will probably have a business bank account. Canada Revenue Agency has four years If you don’t, get one. It makes it a lot easier within which time they can request to see on you (and your accountant) to deal with back up for any amounts reported. audit situations. Keep these statements in If you do not keep the necessary your filing as well. Ensure you keep copies information and you do not have any other of your invoices as well. proof, they may have to determine your Probably one of the most important income using other methods. They may documents you have is your log book. Keep also reduce the expenses you deducted. this current, and be sure to include a copy Depending on the situation, keep in your box when your book is full. your records, and related vouchers for the Here are some other pointers: following lengths of time: Keep a record of the properties you • if you file your return on time, a minimum bought and sold. This record should show of six years after the end of the tax year to who sold you the property, the cost, and the which they relate; date you bought it. This information will • if you file your return late, six years from help you calculate your claim for capital the date you file that income tax return; cost allowance and other amounts. and If you sell or trade a property, show the • if you file an objection or appeal, until date you sold or traded it and the amount either the issue is settled and the time of the payment or credit from the sale or for filing any further appeal expires, or trade in. the six-year period mentioned above has Keep your records, along with your expired, whichever is later. duplicate deposit slips, bank statements, and cancelled cheques. Keep Fred Watkin CA is principal of Watkin & Associates and provides personalized separate records for each tax and accounting services to the business you run. dedicated owner operators and fleet There is no operators in the trucking industry. He requirement to send in has several years experience in public your receipts and records accounting and is based in the with your tax return when Brampton area. you file it. However, the
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The Tradeshow Circuit By Bruce Outridge
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ell, it’s that time of the year again and the truck shows are in full swing. It was great to meet many of you at the “Road Today Truck Show” the first official truck show for the magazine. Since we are in the middle of the season for truck shows and trade shows, I thought I would talk about the reason for attending these and what to get out of them. People are there for different reasons and since these shows can be expensive to be part of and attend, you may want to have a game plan for attending. For the general public usually it is just to see the big trucks in the show and shine and have a day together with the family. Sometimes, it’s because Dad is in the industry and it’s his way of letting his family and friends into his world. There is nothing wrong with that and it can be very rewarding for all to have a glimpse of the passion. Then, there are the drivers who are just there for the party, or need a place to layover for the weekend while waiting for a load. Take these two groups away and that leaves the rest of us. I ask you what your reason is since it can change your whole outlook as to why you’re there; If you’re a driver entering with your company, is your company trying to promote themselves to other professional drivers, or just showing off their equipment? If you as a company representative are there to attract other drivers then how you act at the show is just as important as the type of equipment you have on display. All drivers representatives should be acting accordingly, have knowledge of the type of driver the company is looking for and what the new driver can expect if he or she is hired on. Make sure your driver reps have proper business cards, and or flyers with who the prospective driver should contact for more information. You may want to
have fleet pictures of your equipment and information on the company’s normal operating radius. There is nothing worse than someone expecting to get into that beautiful show truck upon hire to find out all new applicants start out in the oldest day cab in the fleet. Be there to offer information and possibly even collect information from trucks, or I have the only shiny one in the good candidates. If you’re a driver looking for work then fleet. Those types of things are important, follow the opposite side of the coin. Make to me anyways. Maybe your company is there just to out some cards with your contact information to handout. Prepare a list of questions win the show and shine and have some important to you to ask the drivers or fun. If the company wants to show the recruiters at the show. At least, make sure value of working for them and a positive you have in mind the type of carrier you’re company atmosphere then try to get as looking for. I used to drive by my company many participants involved as possible. of interest before applying. If I didn’t like Possibly use it as the company’s’ summer the equipment, then I didn’t apply. Make barbecue and offer tickets for those who sure you’re clean and neat and remember don’t want to show a truck. This way you first impressions count even on a Sunday. solidify your employees and they enjoy the Talk with people; don’t always be sold by benefits of the show. If you are another type of vendor then the recruiter’s flashy brochures. As I’ve mentioned in past articles, talk to the driv- your target market should be at that show ers as much as possible. Just be polite and or you shouldn’t be. Focus on that market mention you’re just trying to find out more and have plenty of information available information. Ask about the equipment, dis- for interested prospects. Be professional, I patch and basic company operations. Have can’t say that enough. For my final thought, I would like to you ever worked for a company where you never got home? That may be important to say have fun. It shows if you’re not happy about being there. Enjoy the people, enjoy know before applying. Now, I must mention that if you’re re- the show and enjoy your job. See you at the ally interested in a company and you find truck shows! a driver fairly negative, then talk to at least one other driver. That first Bruce Outridge has been in the one may just be having transportation industry for twenty five a bad day. Make sure years. He now operates an illustration though that it’s the attiand design business with his wife and tude that’s negative and business partner Carmen. Please visit not the information. www.bruceoutridgeproductions.com Negative information for more details. would look like the company never repairs their
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ALK Releases PC*MILER 23 Product Line New Intermodal Feature Weighs Environmental Impact
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On keeping a low profile of late: My sister Radhika is in America. I was holidaying there with my family. Apart from that, I was very much here, working. We’ve started an NGO that’s focussing on women and children’s issues. Also, I’ve been busy with Bhojpuri films. My first movie that released there was a blockbuster. What a lot of people don’t know is that Bhojpuri films have a huge market in UP and Bihar. One film is directed by Saroj Khan. In the other film I’m working
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Rumours that a top south star finished her career there: Nothing of that sort happened. These were different kinds of rumours.
What went wrong down south? I had the number one position for 12 years in the South Indian film industry. There comes a point when you want to move on and do something different. I wanted to do Hindi films which I am doing. Just that at times I feel Hindi movies are overrated. Maybe because they give national and international fame. But regional movies emphasise tradition and culture. My Bhojpuri movies always have a social message.
It’s just that at that time I took a break, went into art of living, started teaching it. When you are on top and quit, speculations arise. It was my wish. I wanted to do something else.
Allegations about underworld links that came up sometime ago: Allegations are just allegations. It’s all a part of life. One has to take them with a pinch of salt. If I’ve done no wrong, I have nothing to worry about. The law will takes its own course, if it has to.
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ppendicitis is a serious condition that can become fatal very quickly if not treated. As a result, it is important for professional truck drivers to be able to recognize its symptoms and seek proper medical help as soon as possible. In this article, I am going to discuss what appendicitis is as well as its causes, symptoms and treatments. Let’s get started. Essentially, appendicitis is sudden inflammation or swelling of the appendix. Your appendix is finger-like structure that projects out from your colon on the lower right side of your abdomen. In most people, their appendix is about 7 cm long. Scientist are not completely clear as to its function, however most believe that it plays a role in the body’s immune system. Appendicitis is fairly common as 1 in 15 people develop it in their life time. Anyone can develop it, but it is most common between the ages of 10 to 30. The most common cause of appendicitis is a blockage due to food waste or stool. When this occurs, bacteria can subsequently invade the area causing swelling and the production of pus. If this situation is not treated quickly, the appendix may rupture and spill its contents into the abdominal cavity. This may lead to an infection of the lining of the abdominal cavity which can be a dangerous situation. A person suffering from appendicitis may experience variety of symptoms that
can change rapidly. The most common symptom is a dull aching pain around the belly button which soon moves to doctor may ask for an ultrasound or CT the lower right abdomen. This location is scan to better visualize the appendix itself. Once appendicitis has been identified about halfway between your belly button and the top of your right pelvic bone. Some by your doctor, the usual course of action people may experience pain in slightly is to surgically remove the appendix, different locations due to the position of a procedure called an appendectomy. their appendix. Other common symptoms Your surgeon may perform traditional include constipation, diarrhea or gas, loss open surgery, using a single incision, or of appetite, low fever and nausea. In the laparoscopic surgery, which requires only a event that the appendix ruptures, you may few small abdominal incisions. Sometimes experience symptoms such as abdominal antibiotics will be given before surgery and swelling and rigidity as well as pain on the may be continued after the operation in right side of the abdomen when pressed case some bacteria entered the abdomen on the left side. These are both signs that during the procedure. The good news is inflammation has spread to the abdominal that most people recover from this surgery very quickly. Some even can get out of bed cavity and must be treated immediately. If you are ever on the road and think the next day. After reading this article you should that you have appendicitis, get to a doctor as soon as possible. Do not wait until you have a good basic understanding of have delivered your load or until you get appendicitis. Keep it in mind next time you have abdominal pain. home as it may be too late. Until next month, drive safely. Your doctor will be able to diagnosis appended by taking a through health history and by performing a series of clinical tests. A blood and urine sample Dr Christopher H. Singh may also be taken to rule Chiropractor, runs Trans Canada out other conditions Chiropractic at 230 Truck Stop in that present similarly Woodstock, Ont. He can be reached to appendicitis such as at 519-421-2024 E-mail: csingh@cmcc.ca Crohn’s disease, colitis and other GI problems. In rarer cases, your
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