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The goal of Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) Brake Safety Day held on September 7 is to reduce the number of crashes caused by poorly maintained braking systems on commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) by conducting roadside mechanical fitness inspections, and identifying and removing vehicles with critical brake violations from our roadways.

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Welcome to the September 2017 edition and thanks for your interest in our award-winning magazine proudly serving Canada’s multicultural transportation industry since 2004! Inside this edition, you will find the latest developments and event updates plus all the regular columns and features. The National Trucking Week held from September 3rd to 9th is a special occasion to acknowledge, spotlight and celebrate the contributions of the hundreds of thousands of men and women of the Canadian trucking industry who keep the country’s freight moving, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We take this opportunity to congratulate and thank everyone who has chosen to build a career in the trucking industry. Inattentive driving is linked to more collisions on Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-patrolled roads so far this year than speeding and alcohol/drug-related collisions combined. Since January 1, 2017, driver distraction has been reported as the primary cause in 6,360 road collisions. In contrast, speed was the primary cause in 4,700 crashes, while 1,158 of the incidents involved a driver who consumed alcohol or drugs. A total of 47 people have died so far this year because of an inattentive driver, up from 39 such deaths this time last year. This latest data has the OPP calling for a heightened awareness of the prevalence of distracted drivers and the risks they pose on our roads. Schools are back and we wish all students, parents and teachers a fabulous learning year filled with happy moments. At the same time, we need to remember that more children will be walking and biking on our roads as they attend school. A recent survey conducted for CAA SCO shows that the most frequently witnessed dangerous behaviours in school zones are adult pedestrians using their cellphones while crossing the street or crossing unsafely at an uncontrolled place midblock, as well as drivers double parking, speeding and stopping in undesignated areas. Please remember that road safety is a shared responsibility and everyone plays a significant role. The Smart Trucker seminar series presented by Road Today Media Group and Bruce Outridge Enterprises will make next stop in Grimsby, Ontario on Tuesday, September 12th. The seminar offers winning strategies on leadership, business, time management, customer service, profit centres, latest trends and safety updates to trucking professionals. Attendance is free but registration is required and can be done at www.roadtoday.com/smarttrucker Thanks for watching Road Today 360 TV Show (available on Bell, Rogers, YouTube) and sending your valuable feedback as well. We look forward to strengthening the conversation with all readers and stakeholders through our social media platforms. Stay safe and see you next month. Manan Gupta Editor @guptamanan

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Mack Trucks Reaches Milestone of 100th Certified Uptime Center

ack Trucks has announced that it has certified its 100th dealer location as a Mack Certified Uptime Center – an accreditation signifying the dealer has met stringent requirements to better improve service and help keep customers’ trucks up and running. Standardized workflows and processes at Mack Certified Uptime Centers, combined with redesigned service bays, enable quicker repairs and more streamlined service for customers. Mack began distinguishing dealerships that achieved the guidelines to be a Mack Certified Uptime Center in January 2016. “Attaining 100 Mack Certified Uptime Centers in a relatively short amount of time exemplifies how Mack dealerships are committed to going above and

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beyond to best meet the needs of customers,” said Jonathan Randall, senior vice president of sales for Mack Trucks North America. Mack Certified Uptime Centers feature “uptime bays” reserved specifically for trucks with service and repair tasks requiring less than four hours of work. Customers with vehicles needing a quick repair are rapidly diagnosed, serviced and returned to work, increasing efficiency at the dealership and improving a customer’s ROI. Results show that Mack Certified Uptime Centers helped increase shop efficiency by 24 percent and reduce check-in time by more than 40 minutes. Mack’s Uptime Solutions, including Mack GuardDog Connect telematics and Mack ASIST service management system, are built into the new Mack Certified Uptime Centers’

workflows. Working with its partner Geotab, a leading global provider of end-to-end telematics technology, Mack now offers connectivity for older Mack vehicles that are not equipped with the GuardDog Connect telematics hardware. After installing a small Geotab telematics device, the Mack Uptime Center will be able to monitor the same critical vehicle codes as GuardDog Connect hardware. If an issue is detected, Mack OneCall agents will evaluate and provide the customer’s designated contact with decision-critical information through Mack ASIST, an online communications and service management portal. Repair scheduling, as well as parts and service bay availability, are also confirmed, all while the truck is RT still on the job.

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ntario has reached a major milestone in the Hurontario Light Rail Transit (LRT) project, which will offer more transit options and improve commutes for people travelling in Mississauga and Brampton. The province has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) to design, build, finance, operate and maintain the new LRT line. The Hurontario LRT project includes approximately 20 kilometres of new dedicated rapid transit between Port Credit GO Station in Mississauga and Gateway Terminal in southern Brampton, with 22 stops and connections to GO Transit’s Milton and Lakeshore West lines. The LRT will provide commuters and families with a major new travel choice, will cut travel times and help manage

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CAA and Provincial Towing Association (Ontario) reminds motorists to slow down and move over on highways

More space, less rubbernecking helps road professionals clear roads faster and more safely

AA and the Provincial Towing Association of Ontario (PTAO) are reminding motorists to make space for tow trucks providing service on the shoulder of the highway and to avoid ‘rubbernecking’ when passing a highway incident. “Tow truck drivers, along with police and emergency service providers are responding to unplanned incidents and collisions on our highways every day,” said Cindy Hillaby, vice president, automotive services and GCR, CAA SCO. “We are reminding drivers to do their part to help those working on our roadways clear the road faster and more safely by slowing down, moving over and avoiding the temptation to stare at roadway incidents – also known as rubbernecking.” The reminder came ahead of the two-year anniversary of changes to the province’s Slow Down, Move Over (SDMO) law, and coincided with the launch of Tow Safety Week. Across North America, nearly 100 tow truck drivers are killed every year after being struck by oncoming traffic while helping stranded motorists with flat tires, breakdowns and collisions. “It is important for drivers to remember that Ontario’s roads and highways are the workplaces for those

of their rights before authorizing a tow. Through the Fighting Fraud and Reducing Automobile Insurance Rates Act, enhancements to Ontario’s Consumer Protection Act now require tow and storage service providers to: • Have permission from the consumer or someone acting on their behalf before towing or storing a vehicle • Disclose rates and other information, such as the provider’s helping to clear the road,” said Joey name and telephone number, on tow Gagne, president, Provincial Towing trucks and in places of business Association (Ontario). “Everyone • Accept credit card payments from deserves a safe place to work and by consumers following the law by slowing • Notify consumers where their down and moving over, vehicle will be towed drivers can make a • Allow consumers to big difference in the access their towed safety and speed of vehicle to remove that work.” personal property on Last year, the business days from Ontario Provincial 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Police laid a total at no charge of 2,031 charges • Provide consumers under Ontario’s with an itemized Slow Down Move invoice listing the Over law. The law services provided and includes a fine of $490 costs before receiving and three demerit points. payment For those in need of towing Disclose if they are receiving a services, whether involved in a financial incentive for towing a vehicle collision or experiencing a mechanical to a particular vehicle storage facility breakdown, motorists should be aware or repair shop. RT

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Kenworth T370 Now Available with FactoryInstalled Heavy Front Drive Axles

he Kenworth T370 is now available with factoryinstalled 18,000 lb. and 20,000 lb. front drive axles. The new offering is targeted for heavy utility services, construction, municipalities, fire and rescue, and other specialty applications. The Kenworth T370 offers the Fabco FSD18A and FSD-20A front drive axles paired with an all-new Fabco TC548 transfer case for exceptional durability. The two front drive axles are available with the PACCAR PX-9 engine rated up to 350 hp and 1,150 lb-ft of torque. Both models require taperleaf front springs, and are available with air or mechanical rear suspensions. Kenworth has designed the front drive axle configurations with the lowest possible cab and frame heights. This allows easier body access and

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Update on Electronic Logging Device (ELD) Mandate

he Electronic Logging Device (ELD) mandate is one that just seems to keep going on and on. On the Canadian side of the border, the original technical standard that was produced by the CCMTA was finalised in 2013, after several years of discussions and consultations. The rule was largely based on the FMCSA’s ELD technical standard produced South of the border, with changes made to ensure that Canadian regulations and challenges were dealt with. The original FMCSA mandate was to take effect in 2012, however was withdrawn and held in abeyance as a result of a court challenge. The FMCSA was ordered to go back to work on the standard before reintroducing it. The US Final rule was again published in December of 2015, with the compliance date being effective December 18th of 2017. Back in Canada, the CCMTA revised its technical standard and reissued it in late 2016. Indications at the time were that the standard and proposed regulation would be posted in Canada Gazette Part 1 by the spring of 2017 (after it was originally indicated this would occur in late fall/early winter of 2016). This would be followed by a 60-day comment period, then published in Gazette Part 2, once comments were addressed, with a 2-year grandfather period before it became law. Here we are in the summer of 2017 and the proposed regulation has yet to be published. Considering how slow things can move up the ladder in government, I guess I should not be surprised… however it is becoming slightly frustrating. It is time to get the standard published in Gazette

Part 1 so all in the Industry can view the standard, comment on it, express their concerns, if there are any, and then move to the next phase of the process. On the US side of the border, a recent Senate bill was introduced by Texas Rep. Brian Babin. It looks to delay the implementation of the US rule by 2 years, to December of 2019. Most in the inner circle do not expect this bill to pass….however there are no guarantee’s in politics, especially true South of the border these days. It is interesting that the latest attempt to delay the legislation in the USA is just that, a delay, it is not looking to get it thrown out, however if their delay tactic works, I assume the challenge portion will follow. I for one hope the tactics South of the border do not influence Transport Canada’s plans on this side of the border. It is well past the time to get the proposed legislation posted in Gazette 1 and get things moving to the next level….another round of delays is not needed, nor warranted, we have been sitting in limbo with ELD’s for long enough. One thing appears clear for all in the industry to see, it is not a matter of if the ELD mandate comes into effect on either side of the border, but a matter of when.

Mike Millian is the President of Private Motor Truck Council of Canada (PMTC), the only Canadian association dedicated to the interests of private fleet operators. The PMTC provides forums for fleet operators and industry stakeholders to exchange views and resolve issues together, and is at the forefront in representing protecting and promoting their interests. For more info, visit www.pmtc. ca or call 1-877-501PMTC (7682)

This being the case, lets move forward. On that front, one word of advice for carriers out there. If you are a Canadian Carrier who operates into the United States, the law currently states you must have an FMCSA compliant ELD in use by December of 2017. If you are waiting and hoping for a delay, and one does not occur, you will find yourself in a mad dash to make your fleet compliant. This is not a simple flick of the switch, you need to research suppliers, schedule installs, train your Operations, IT and drivers. You will also need to check and verify that your current routes can be completed legally. If you are a Canadian only fleet, you may have a bit more time, with finalised dates not yet known, but it is coming, and likely with in the next couple of years. If you are not already, start researching and start planning for implementation…the government will get this published eventually, and when they do, the lead time may not be what we envisioned. RT

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MAINTENANCE SPECIAL

5 Tips for Avoiding Serious Issues when Servicing Cummins ISX15 Engines

here have been a number of important updates and changes that could significantly impact parts selection and service procedures when servicing Cummins ISX15 engines. This engine series has become a very popular power source for over-the-road and vocational trucking applications. With a power range of 430-650 hp, these changes warrant attention, whether repairing an engine or performing a complete overhaul. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There have been five different

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changes to the cylinder liner design,â&#x20AC;? says Steve Scott, director of Technical Support for Industrial Parts Depot (Torrance, CA). IPD manufactures and distributes a broad range of replacement parts for Caterpillar, Cummins, Detroit Diesel, Volvo and Waukesha series engines. Potential problems include excessive engine parts wear, premature failures, avoidable downtime, and even catastrophic engine damage. Scott offers five tips that can help fleet specialists and engine

rebuilders service Cummins ISX15 engines more accurately and efficiently, and in some cases with added savings of time and costs. 1. Choose updated critical parts: Cylinder kits are the heart of the Cummins ISX series engine overhauls. Many over-the-road users and engine rebuilders realize the importance of using cylinder kits that reflect the latest design updates. For example, the current update of OE pistons for ISX15 (15-liter, single cam) engines features a special bushingless

MAINTENANCE SPECIAL design with a closed skirt that is specifically made to work with APR (anti-polishing ring) cylinder liners. 2. Use the special piston installation tool: Cummins ISX15 cylinder liners feature a removable APR that overhangs the liner bore. To use the piston installation tool, remove the APR ring from the liner, insert the special tool, and then proceed to complete the piston installation. The piston installation tool prevents the piston rings from expanding into the APR ring groove, thus providing a smooth transition of the piston into the cylinder liner. The updated style APR cylinder liner from IPD is induction heat-treated, includes a precision-honed ID, and has an OE-style APR carbon scraper ring. This liner also comes with a premium brass shim for ease of installation. 3. Protect oil ports and passages from particulates: Replacement of gaskets is an integral part of

every in-frame or out-of-frame engine overhaul. When it comes to servicing ISX series engines, complete gasket sets should also contain a number of small plugs that are used to protect the oil ports of the cylinder head, as well as the cylinder block from dirt or other debris. 4. Choose the correct style of connecting rod bearings: Cummins ISX series engines use three different styles of connecting rods, making it vital to use the proper type of bearings when replacing these parts. The early engines use non-drilled rods, which do not have an oil passage running through the connecting rod. Later engines use two types of drilled rods, a saw-cut type and a fractured type. These terms refer to the surfaces between the connecting rod and rod cap. 5. Press-in type camshaft bushings: On earlier ISX dual cam engines, the injector camshafts

are massive compared to the valve camshaft, with a journal diameter of 85 mm (3.346 in.), and weighs almost 65 lbs. While it may be a common practice to drive the camshaft bushings in for other engines, installation instructions specify that the cam bushings (injector and valve) need to be pressed in (rather than driven), and also pre-lubricated. According to several cylinder head rebuilders, due to the size and amount of retention (crush) holding the injector camshaft bearings in place, the bushings cannot be driven in without distorting or otherwise damaging them, which can lead to bushing failure when the engine is put into service. In summary, it is important to review and understand manufacturer updates and changes in order to select the correct parts for your specific application, and also to follow current procedures when servicing Cummins ISX15 engines. RT

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Teach your kids a safer commute to school

very September brings textbooks, homework, new friends and…road rage? Parents with young children are reporting an increase in unsafe driving practices in school zones, according to a recent survey by CAA. The top two dangerous driving behaviours that motorists are guilty of in school zones are speeding and distracted driving. While there are lots of things drivers can do to make mornings and after school safer for students, it’s also important to prepare your kids and arm them with advice to keep them safe. Here’s some information you can share with them to help create a safer commute. Make time. If your kids are biking, walking or wheeling to school alone, help them get organized the night before and ensure they have time in the morning for a leisurely journey.

Rushing means making quick, and sometimes potentially unsafe decisions. Ask your kids for help. The number one thing parents can do to be safer is give themselves more time to drop off their kids — but they can’t do it alone. Ask your children to help you get them to school on time by preparing their backpacks the night before, lending a hand at breakfast and generally supporting the goal of getting out the door sooner. Get the right gear. If your kids walk to school, make sure they have comfortable shoes with good traction. If they bike, a well-fitting helmet is a must, as is learning your community’s bylaws for cyclists. Also make sure your children know how to signal their intentions for turning and know to make eye contact with motorists when crossing. Be a great bus passenger.

Almost a third of Canadian students ride a school bus or vehicle. They can help their bus driver give them a safer ride to school by being on time for pickups, waiting in a safe place that’s well back from the edge of the road, crossing in front of the bus and never behind,keeping their voices down in the vehicle, and staying seated facing forward at all times. If driving in a personal or commercial vehicle, make sure the seat belts are working and are being worn. Follow safety instructions. The CAA School Safety Patrol program has 70,000 student volunteers across the country who help ensure their peers get to school safely. As one of the largest youth volunteer programs, they help play an important role in school zone safety in many areas of the country. Keep a lookout for their bright safety vests.

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ROAD SAFETY

Travelling with kids? Keep them rear-facing longer

any parents know that infants should travel rear-facing in their car seat, but a recent survey of Canadian parents hosted on Angus Reid Forum reveals that nearly twothirds answered incorrectly or were unsure about when to switch their child to a frontfacing position. Almost half find that car seat safety standards are altogether confusing. While parents may be tempted to transition their children from rear-facing to forward-facing car seats as soon as possible, Transport Canada, which tests and certifies all car seats across the country, says children are the safest in rear-facing car seats

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as long as they are still below the seat’s weight and height restrictions. Erin Varano, a certified passenger safety technician with Graco, says one of the most common questions she has been asked over the years is when to switch from a rear-facing position to forward-facing. To help parents feel more confident, she recommends alleviating the guess work and looking for convertible car seats that grow and transition with your child, allowing them to travel forwardfacing until 65 pounds. “Even if your child weighs 10 kilograms (22 pounds), is able to walk on their own and your local laws say you can

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More than one quarter of Canadians want to hold on to their driver’s licence past 85 years of age

New State Farm Canada survey highlights sensitivity and concerns about seniors behind the wheel

s Canadian boomers age, the number of elderly drivers on our roads increases. Statistics Canada’s 2016 census reveals that those 65 years of age and over now outnumber those 14 years of age and under for the first time ever. But vital conversations about how to determine when a person is unfit to drive are difficult. At what age do you think you will give up your licence? More than one quarter of Canadians want to hold on to their driver’s licence past 85... According to a recent national survey from State Farm Canada,

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one in ten respondents has been in a collision involving a senior citizen. And while 94 per cent of respondents believe that individuals should speak with senior family members about giving up their licence if they are concerned about their safety, only 2 per cent of seniors surveyed said that a family member has had that conversation with them. In a 2011 report, Transport Canada stated that drivers aged 65 and over represent 17 per cent of fatalities though they only account for 14 per cent of licensed drivers. And the rate of fatalities per distance travelled increases

considerably at age 75. As seniors age, they are more likely to develop physical and cognitive infirmities. “Canadians are conflicted when it comes to the balance between road safety and the autonomy associated with driving.” says John Bordignon, Media Relations, State Farm Canada. “These are extremely difficult discussions for families to have. When a person is deemed unfit to drive, it can feel like a sudden loss of independence. To make the transition easier, it’s important for family members to have supportive conversations early on and explore transportation alternatives over

ROAD SAFETY time, so that changes in lifestyle come gradually.” Tough Conversations Just 33 per cent of respondents to State Farm Canada’s survey say that they have had a conversation with a senior family member about giving up their licence due to concerns about safety, but when those conversations occur they don’t always go well. Of those respondents who say they have spoken with a senior family member about giving up their licence, nearly 80 per cent said that they faced resistance from the family member. When asked what they believe to be the biggest factors keeping seniors from giving up their licence, 74 per cent said a loss of independence, 12 per cent said a lack of awareness about the warning signs of driving incapacity, 6 per cent said lack of public transportation, and 4 per cent said the cost of taxis. A Driver’s Age According to research conducted by the Traffic Injury Research Foundation in 2016, drivers aged 65 and older are over-represented in crashes, particularly those aged 80 and older. Partly because seniors are more susceptible to injury and less likely to survive a serious collision than younger drivers. Drivers 65 and over are also susceptible to age-related declines in reaction time and mobility, and can be affected by factors such as heart disease, visual impairment, dementia, and impairment due to prescription medication. Hanging up the Keys The State Farm Canada survey indicates that Canadian seniors are reluctant to give up their keys with 26 per cent saying they want to hold onto their licence past 85 years of age. So when the time finally comes, what are the factors that would lead someone to give up their licence? According to respondents 65 years of age and older, the three biggest factors affecting their decision are advice from

a medical professional (94 per cent), concerned family members

and friends (27 per cent), and a collision (14 per cent).

September 2017

Guest Column

Time to Celebrate our Common Ground

t has been a rough summer on the front of racism, diversity, and indifference. Remarks from President Trump on the situation of the Charlottesville riots that happened in August have set off a number of similar protests across North America. Often we talk about these issues being in the United States only, but the truth is that it is happening around the World. We are seeing issues in Canada with the burning of churches, attacks on Muslim institutions, and the general public of various races being the target of hate writings. We think we are progressing forward, but on the human side we seem to be going back in time. For those of you that remember 60’s and early 70’s you will understand what I mean. I started trucking in the 80’s and at that time it was a predominately white male industry as many were farm kids that had been driving tractors and were now long haul truck drivers. There was racism back then and I have my own stories of being a coloured kid in school and even in my career in trucking. I have never been subject to the type of racism seen in Charlottesville, but racism comes in many forms. My experience has always been lighter with jokes on colour and scenarios thrown around that can be quickly diverted. Certainly nothing like what we are seeing in the news these days, but of course I was a Canadian born kid. In the early 80’s the industry started changing with people coming in from other countries such as India, Asia, and the Caribbean and beginning to work in the transportation industry. Sure, back then there were inappropriate comments from many drivers and a strong resistance to the jobs they were seemingly taking from Canadian born children. We didn’t know these people. The same thing has happened to

women in the industry. Back in the 80’s there were very few women driving trucks. It was considered a man’s industry. Truck drivers were tough strong men driving big equipment. Those days were different, you had to be strong to drive back then as we had manual steering. Women can’t handle trucks they said! That’s a lie of course. I know women that not only out drive some of the men, but do a great job on all fronts and have a softer component that wasn’t necessarily seen in the past. There is now a huge push in the industry to get women involved and many groups such as The Women’s Trucking Federation of Canada, Women in Trucking, and Trucking for a Cure have all been at the forefront of helping and celebrating women in the industry. Today trucking is a very different place. There are all races and genders involved in the industry and I am proud to call many of them my friends. I have experienced the professionalism of women in the industry on the road and at industry functions. I have many friends from India and South Asia that I consider top quality people and I am proud to be part of an industry that allows for diverse communities to work together in one industry. What changed for me over the years from those early days in the

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80’s when I started in the industry to today is that I have had the chance to know these people. I do my best not to paint everyone with the same brush. We still have problems in the industry and I am sure we will in the future. Let’s not allow the comments and actions of some to ruin the progress we have made over the years in our industry. September is Driver Appreciation Month and a time to celebrate the people that keep products on our shelves. If you are Muslim, a Woman, Black, White, or from another Nation celebrate the good work you do. You are an important part of the logistics chain and we need to work hard to improve that and not break it down because of race, colour, or gender. Thank you drivers for all the hard work you do in keeping our lives filled with the important items we need to survive. No matter what your role in the transportation industry, what your gender, or race we are working towards a common goal with one common denominator, delivering freight in a safe timely manner. We are the transportation industry! RT

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September 2017

INDUSTRY NEWS INFRASTRUCTURE HIGHWAY CONGESTION

Sandeep Kar to spearhead Fleet Complete’s ambitious global blueprint as the new Chief Strategy Officer

leet Complete has announced the appointment of industry’s renowned strategic expert and influencer, Sandeep Kar as Chief Strategy Officer to spur its further advancement on the international stage. With more than 250,000 subscribers across North America, Europe and Australia, Fleet Complete’s ambitious corporate strategy is at the next phase of expansion with the new CSO spearheading its global growth acceleration. Well-known in the industry’s C-Suite circles as a thought leader, driving clarity in strategic thinking, Sandeep Kar brings unparalleled expertise and experience in propelling growth in a commercial vehicle ecosystem. Specializing in advanced connected truck technologies and associated business models, Kar previously served as Global Vice President at Frost & Sullivan, heading the research for the organization’s automotive and transportation practice and redefining strategic paradigms around products, platforms, processes, and personnel. He is a frequent keynote and panel speaker at leading conferences across the

board and is often quoted in the industry’s prominent journals and publications. In his new role, Kar will lead Fleet Complete’s corporate strategy as the organization focuses on dynamic and sustainable growth, driven by a combination of stateof-the-art IoT technologies, valuedriven econometrics, mobile resource management applications, and penetration of developed and emerging markets. Fleet Complete is a global IoT provider of mission-critical fleet, asset and mobile workforce management solutions. Since

2000, Fleet Complete has been providing dispatching, fleet tracking and mobile resource management solutions to more than 250,000 subscribers and 8,000 businesses worldwide. The company maintains key distribution partnerships with AT&T in the U.S., TELUS in Canada, Telstra in Australia, and T-Mobile in Europe. It remains one of the fastest-growing companies in North America and won numerous awards for innovation and growth. For more information, please visit fleetcomplete.com RT

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Guest Column: Health

Hypertension

ello everyone. I hope that all of you are enjoying the nice summer weather that we have been experiencing lately. When I was deciding on the topic of this month’s article I noticed that I have not talked about hypertension or high blood pressure. I found this very surprising as it is one of the most common health conditions among truck drivers. As a result, in this issue I am going to give you a brief overview about hypertension. Let’s get started. Let me ask you a question. Would you drive your truck down the road with too much air in your tires? I am sure your answer was NO! Just like your tires, your arteries have an ideal operating pressure and if you increase the pressure too much, problems will arise. Blood pressure is simply a measure of the volume of blood your heart has to pump and the amount of resistance to blood flow in your arteries. Basically, the more blood your heart has to pump and the narrower your arteries, the higher your blood pressure. Most people live with high blood pressure for many years without being aware of it. However, if elevated blood pressure goes undetected for too long, it can increase your risk of serious health problems such as cardiovascular disease and stroke. Generally, people do not experience many symptoms until their blood pressure reaches dangerous levels. At which point they may complain of

headaches, dizzy spells or frequent nose bleeds. If you regularly experience these symptoms, it is very important to consult with your doctor as soon as possible. I know that it is often difficult to schedule appointments while on the road, so if you are unable to get into your regular doctor’s office, try getting into a local walk-in clinic or even a drug store as many of them have blood pressure gauges for the public to use. There are two main categories of hypertension, primary and secondary. The vast majority of people have primary hypertension. This type of hypertension has no identifiable cause and tends to develop gradually over many years. Secondary hypertension is caused by an underlying condition such as kidney and heart disorders as well as some medications. Who is at risk for developing hypertension? Scientists have identified several risk factors for hypertension, some of which you can control and others you can not. Age, race and family are among the risk factors that you can not control. I am going to focus on the risk factors that are modifiable. Firstly, maintaining a health body weight is essential. The more you weigh the more blood you need to supply oxygen and nutrients to your tissues. As I have said many times, physical activity will not only help keep your weight down but will also strengthen your heart which in turn will reduce your blood pressure. A major risk factor of concern for

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INDUSTRY NEWS

Ontario and Michigan Launch Canada’s First Cross-Border Automated Vehicle Test Drive

ntario and Michigan are completing North America’s first national, cross-border automated vehicle test drive through Southern Ontario and Michigan, promoting innovation in the auto sector and driving economic growth. Minister of Transportation Steven Del Duca and federal Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, Navdeep Bains, were in Windsor to mark the milestone. The test drive began in Detroit and will continue from Windsor to Sarnia before crossing back over the border. The drive will conclude in Traverse City, Michigan with the signing of a new agreement between Ontario and Michigan to continue collaboration in testing, developing and marketing automated and connected vehicle technology. Ontario’s Magna International

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and Michigan’s Continental Automotive North America provided the demonstration vehicles that have innovative features like traffic jam assist, lane keeping, and technology that measures driver fatigue, attention and engagement. Supporting connected and automated vehicle development to promote economic growth and innovation is part of the government plan to create jobs, grow economy and help people in their everyday lives. QUICK FACTS •M agna’s test drive vehicle is a 2015 Cadillac ATS and Continental’s test drive vehicle is a Chrysler 300. •O ntario is investing $80 million over five years for the Autonomous Vehicle Innovation Network to help maximize the economic potential of automated

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and connected vehicle technologies. The network will also help Ontario adapt its transportation systems and infrastructure and plan for the deployment of autonomous and connected vehicle technology. Ontario currently has six participants in its automated vehicle pilot program: The University of Waterloo, The Erwin Hymer Group, QNX, Continental, X-Matik Inc. and Magna. About 100 Ontario companies and organizations are involved in the automated and connected vehicle industry. Ontario and Michigan together account for 26 per cent of North American vehicle production. In 2016, two-way automotive trade between Ontario and Michigan totalled $46 billion. RT

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