Source: CTA Canadian Trucking Alliance is raising serious concerns over a proposal by the Government of New Brunswick to introduce a toll by 2028 targeting out-of-province vehicles using the Aulac corridor — the only land connection between Nova Scotia and the rest of Canada. A critical national trade corridor The Aulac corridor supports approximately 2,500 commercial vehicles daily and facilitates nearly $35 billion in goods movement annually, making it a vital artery fo

Source: CVSA The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has announced that International Roadcheck 2026 will take place from May 12 to 14 , launching a 72-hour inspection and enforcement initiative across North America focused on commercial vehicles and drivers. Throughout the three-day operation, enforcement officials will conduct inspections at weigh stations, inspection facilities and temporary roadside sites. The annual initiative is designed to improve highway safet

Source: US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) The administration of President Donald Trump , through the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), has announced a significant regulatory shift by eliminating the requirement for Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) sensors across diesel-powered equipment. Addressing a Nationwide Problem The move comes in response to widespread complaints from truck drivers, farmers, and equipment operators regarding recurring DEF system failures. These

Source: CVSA As of April 1, 2026, the updated out-of-service criteria from the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) are officially in force across North America, introducing significant changes to commercial vehicle safety standards. These annually updated criteria replace all previous versions and serve as a critical reference for enforcement officers, motor carriers, and drivers to ensure compliance and roadway safety across Canada, the United States, and Mexico. 17 ke

Source: Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) A major legal case is now sending shockwaves through the U.S. trucking industry. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has filed a lawsuit against Central Transport, LLC, alleging the company refused for years to hire women for truck driver positions at multiple terminals across the country. According to the lawsuit filed on March 31, some female applicants with 15, 20, and even 21 years of experience were a

Source: TCA As he concludes his tenure as President of the Truckload Carriers Association, the outgoing leader leaves with a message defined by gratitude, confidence, and optimism for the future of the organization. « As TCA President Jim Ward wraps up his tenure, we thank him for his leadership and the impact he’s made across the truckload industry and our membership. As he shared, “It’s been a privilege to work alongside so many dedicated leaders and members who keep this i

Source: Ontario’s Ministry of Transportation (MTO) On March 8, as International Women’s Day is celebrated around the world, Ontario’s Ministry of Transportation (MTO) is recognizing the remarkable women working within the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Program. In a message marking the occasion, the MTO paid tribute to the women whose expertise, leadership and dedication help keep Ontario’s roads safe every day. Through their work in enforcement and oversight, these professio

Harrisburg, PA (Jan. 23, 2026)  — With heavy snow expected to move into Pennsylvania Saturday night  and intensify on Sunday , PennDOT  and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission  say they will roll out major vehicle restrictions  across the state’s Interstate network, including the PA Turnpike . Officials warn snowfall rates may reach 1–2 inches per hour Sunday , with very cold temperatures expected to remain below freezing into next week. Tier 4 restrictions start at 12:01 a

Source: OPP Dryden, Ontario — Dryden OPP responded to a collision on Highway 17 involving a commercial motor vehicle . Due to heavy damage, the truck was escorted off the highway to maintain safety while officers cleared the scene. Police say that after the scene was cleared, the driver chose to continue driving despite the vehicle being unsafe . Additional reports later came in describing a tractor-trailer being operated dangerously . Officers located the same truck, now

Residents across Northern Ontario will rally on Saturday, January 24, 2026 (10:00 a.m.) to demand safer highways , stronger infrastructure , and improved winter maintenance , as concerns mount over conditions on key corridors like Highways 11 and 17 . The call to action, promoted around Guy Bourgouin (MPP, Mushkegowuk—James Bay) , argues that decades of underinvestment have contributed to recurring closures, unsafe driving conditions, and growing frustration in communities