Dave brings 50 years of valuable and interesting experience in transportation, management, safety, business and compliance. Dave has driven in every condition across North America and overseas as Military, Police, Company Driver to an Owner Operator to transportation management. Now our Celebrity Editor Publisher of Canadian Trucking Magazine bringing you articles and entertainment in print and on the web. Join Dave on Face Book for real time updates and meet at your favorite stop or Event ! Be Happy to say Hi and maybe get a picture or two. See you down the road. Be Safe out There,,,
Front Cover this month is super awesome.
The team ready for The SEMA Show 2025 to bring it Live to you.
In the Magazine Lots of Our good friend Kevin Lambert with Petron Plus MN.
Kevin is hosting his 11 Annual Customer Appreciation Night and we aren’t missing it.
Along the top the Minnesota Throw Down Canada Car driven by Andrew,, John Wayne and William Smashed and Crashed in what a Blast.
All thanks to Mike Tix of Track shot Live and Kevin Lambert Petron Plus MN arranging the Canadian Derby Cars.
Of Course the Minnesota Throwdown September 27th and let’s set a World record.
I really want to expose Petron Plus to my big Family here as I have been using it ever since Kevin introduced me to it and it has been proven and around 45 years. Winter is coming and all your oil is sitting in the oil pan and when you start up the friction on your engine and transmission and bearings and Petron Plus MN treats all that.
Jason Sauer a Veteran, professional Artist, Community Service Leader and Demolition Derby Driver painted the Canada Demo Car. More about Jason in the expanded web Edition.
It is important in these days to get out and socialize. Go to movies, Events and laugh and have Fun. Below look at the smiles on the CTM Crew at Cracker Barrel one of our Fav restaurants in the USA.
CTM Crew is off to the SEMA Show and will be Live bringing you entertainment, products, food reviews, product reviews and places to go.
I just don’t just sit in a room yapping on a mic, I get out there for your entertainment and Raw Truth about everything on CTM FaceBook Live everyday. Looking forward to meeting up with you Over the Road, Live Video every day, looking forward to hear from you, than about you. Read on ,,,,, Who Loves You Baby,,,
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To start our CTM John Wayne in the Canada Car at the Minnesota Throwdown provided by Mike Tix and painted by Jason Sauer and arranged by Kevin Lambert of Petron Plus MN
All that work just to have John smash it up and Loving it
Below left to right Kevin Lambert with Dave and Mike Tix TRACK SHOT LIVE a Free way to watch Demolition Derby’s from around the country.
Check out TRACK SHOT LIVE on every social media and at thier web site trackshotlive.com they are awesome.
On TRACK SHOT LIVE you can find out where the next derby’s are and put it on your bucket list
Kevin Lambert has been providing PetronPlus MN to Derby’s, race cars, trucking companies, and everyone for decades and has earned the trust of not only this writer but everyone who has ever used Petron Plus MN.
Kevin does something no other formula will do, and has invested 10’s of thousands of dollars to mount engines on trailers and bring them out to events, treat them with Petron Plus MN, and then drain the oil and run those engines the entire event without oil for all to witness.
I have seen this, reported on this to you and you really need to contact Kevin and try this yourself.
I drove a big truck for a company and treated the truck myself with Kevin with Petron Plus MN and the company wondered how my fuel Mileage jumped from the 6s to the 8s mpg the way I drive.
More, when the rad blew out I was able to drive it 78 miles without coolant, not over heating, to get repaired saving a 2,800$ towing Bill.
I documented this all on LIVE Video on Canadian Trucking Magazine FB for everyone to see
Now you see why I want you to save money n repairs with Kevin.
Well off to Vegas with Sean and Rob for SEMA 2025 bottom right to bring you loads of Videos to hopefully brighten your day and enlighten your mind If I can make One person smile each minute, I’m happy
Above Kevin’s Family and some of mine for a Great Breakfast and time before heading back to Canada
Below is John and William with the Canada Car before it took a beating, can you say Derby and loads of fun
Get ready for loads of fast action and videos September 27th from the Minnesota Throwdown and if you can make it in Person you won’t be disappointed
As you know I have been in recovery for the last year with 3 operations and lots of doctors appointments but can see the light at the end of the tunnel.
Stand By for an update expanded web magazine coming soon with more for you
Check out the Expanded Web Edition with more content and something for everyone and it’s Free
Like this Magazine that has something for everyone and small enough to pick up and take with you. Watch my LIVE Videos on the CTM FB page and follow along please. I like to say again thanks for reading CTM and I look forward to hearing from you, than about you.
See you Over the Road.....
Be safe my friends!
Keep On Trucking, All the Best!!!!!!
Happy Trails..... Dave
Las Vegas once again became the crucible of automotive invention as the 2024 SEMA Show roared into action last November.
From electrified restorations and hydrogen classics to rugged EV vans and winches that double as light towers, there was no shortage of ingenuity
For Canadians hauling loads through ice roads, winding mountain passes, or the oil patch, this year ’s show offered a glimpse into the next generation of gear and yes, a spark of Canadian pride too.
Tools, Tech & Tough Gear
ROADTEK’s GarageMax
3T Electric Floor Jack proved indispensable for anyone changing out heavy components like differentials or engine assemblies one button, massive lift, no sweat.
Warn’s ZEON XP 14-S winch raised the bar for recovery gear, combining wired or wireless control, LEDs, and an electric/manual clutch handy when the jobsite is dark and the stakes are high.
ARB’s new brushless air compressors delivered 50 % more airflow and extended lifespan—perfect for keeping air lockers and tools humming during Canada’s frigid winters
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Adventure-Ready with a Canadian Twist
Electric vehicles don’t only belong on paved roads. Kia’s EV9 ADVNTR and WKNDR van concepts were built for backcountry work—and built to stay there.
The ADVNTR commands rough terrain with raised suspension and armor. The WKNDR van?
Think solar panels, a mobile pantry, even hydro-turbine wheel-charging ideal for extended off-grid deployments.
M e a n w h i l e , N i s s a n Canada brought a distinctly Canadian flavor to SEMA: four project builds based on Frontier and Kicks models, showcasing how Nissan vehicles can be customized for real-world use out here rugged, ready, and tailored for northern workhorses. canada.nissannews.com
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Show-Stealing Builds
SEMA wouldn’t be SEMA without dazzling concept vehicles.
Toyota’s “Ultimate Tailgate Tundra” turned the loading box into a tailgate entertainment studio five 55-inch screens, JBL marine audio, and satellite Wi-Fi included.
Mopar ’s 1967 Plymouth GTX Electromod married classic muscle with silent, instant electric torque via their e-Crate EV conversion.
CRC Industries’ 1957 Chevy Bel Air, now powered by hydrogen, pointed to a greener future for classic trucks—not just fantasy but a potential reality for heritage Canadian rigs.
Toyota also presented 12 unique builds, including the Tacoma TRD ProRunner Race Concept and the rally-inspired GR86 Legacy projects begging for Canadian trails to test them on.
Products to Watch in 2025
• Kuat DEK Roof Rack with integrated 10,000-lumen lighting arrival Q2 2025.
• Cache Basecamp Pad 3.0—lockable tailgate pad with optional seats and cooler, ideal for worksite breaks—spring 2025.
• Ridetech F-Body Subframe modern suspension for classic Camaros and Firebirds, hitting early 2025
• ARB Compressors durable, high-output and priced from $469 to $1,289 depending on setup available early 2025.
Why SEMA 2024 Matters to Canadian Truckers
From B C ’s logging roads to Quebec’s remote supply lines and Manitoba’s frozen backcountry, Canadian truckers need gear
that’s tough, reliable, and ready for harsh conditions. What set SEMA 2024 apart was how many products deliver on those expectations:
• Winches and racks doubling as lighting systems.
• Compressors designed for cold-proof longevity.
• EVs built for hauling—and remote camp-like features.
• Alternative-fuel restomods hinting at a greener path for fleet and work vehicles.
Plus, seeing Canadian creativity front and center especially Nissan’s customized builds showed our industry isn’t just following trends; we’re shaping them.canada.nissannews.com
Final Word
SEMA 2024 was a reminder: innovation isn’t just about speed it s about adaptability, sustainability, and building gear that Whether it s a hydrogen Bel Air or a solar-paneled this show proved that the future of trucking is gutted with smarts, and yes, a touch ofdian grit.
SEMA 2025 Rob, Sean & Dave will be bringing you Live Videos and materials for the next SEMA magazine with something for everyone.
Follow us on every Free Social media that s out there enjoy what millions follow every day.
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Yo u a l l h a v e h e a r d m e r a v e about Petron Plus MN.
If you are a regular on our LIVE Videos on Canadian trucking Magazine FB you have Seen and heard from Kevin L a m b e r t a n d I h o w
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Now it’s time to try this yourself and here is why.
First with the Price of Fuel and repairs today you can’t afford not to.
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6. High flash point and high viscosity index.
7. Long life residue.
BENEFITS:
1. Reduced maintenance costs.
a. Helps reduced component wear.
b. Helps decreased “down time” to replace oil and parts.
2. Super Lubricant.
3. Long lasting film lubricant.
4. Helps increase fuel mileage.
5. Helps increase engine life.
6. Helps reduce friction and wear between moving parts.
7. Helps protect against acid & corrosion.
8 . He l p s wi t h q u i c k e r s t a r t s i n c o l d weather.
9. Helps lower operating temperature.
10. Helps improve horsepower.
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It’s Time to Give Kevin a Call and avoid grief with Fuel Costs and Repairs.
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January of 2022 a lawsuit was filed by the Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms (JCCF) on behalf of the Honourable Brian Peckford, the last surviving signatory of our Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and others, with a goal of striking down the vaccine mandates for travel.
In October of 2022 the federal courts struck this case based on mootness, stating that the use of judicial resources for a five-day hearing, when the travel mandate had now been lifted, outweighed the public interest in having the case heard on the merits. This completely ignored the threat of mandates being reinstated at the government’s discretion, and disregarded the significant public interest in knowing that our Charter is being upheld by our courts.
Even the chief medical officer expressed that travel mandates were unlikely to be effective, noting that the WHO also advised against them Obviously, the Trudeau government was not following science but a political agenda, seeking to make an example of all who opposed. They ignored Charter rights and failed to provide proof that mandates had a positive effect on transmission (because the evidence did not exist)
The JCCF have filed an appeal to the dismissal of their case and are currently waiting for a date to have their appeal heard.
The appeal highlights the judge’s error in failing to use the threepart legal test they are to apply when considering exercising discretion toward hearing a case:
The existence of a truly adversarial context
The presence of particular circumstances which justify the expenditure of limited judicial resources to resolve moot cases
Respect shown by the courts to limit themselves to their proper adjudicative role as opposed to making free-standing, legislative type pronouncements.
On behalf of all Canadians, we applaud their tenacity and hope the courts will finally acknowledge the Charter and further acknowledge that the processes in place to supersede these rights have never been demonstrated in the eyes of the law.
We have seen some support for our Charter in recent cases, hopefully this is a sign of the return of our free Canada.
To read the article written by JCCF, click the link; h t t p s : / / w w w. j c c
kford-file-written-appeal.../
To keep up to date on all matters regarding this case and other cases, visit the Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms website; https://www.jccf.ca
Dave MacKENZIE pictured above as a Uniformed Policeman took an Oath as A Police Constable to uphold the Law and Protect the Public, a Proud Member of Police on Guard for Thee honoring that Oath Still,,, with no Expiry Date.
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), Southern Ontario Region, and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), Niagara-
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(NOTL) Border Integrity (BI) Team, are committed to safeguarding our country and keeping contraband goods, such as narcotics, from reaching our communities.
A commercial truck driven by a Quebec resident entered Canada in Fort Erie, Ontario, and was referred for a secondary examination The CBSA discovered and seized approximately 112 5 kg of suspected cocaine inside five duffle bags The value of this seizure is estimated at $14 million
The CBSA arrested Pardeep Singh, and transferred him and the suspected cocaine under the custody of RCMP officers from NOTL BI unit.
The RCMP have charged 24year-old Singh of LaSalle, Quebec with: Importation of a controlled substance, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
Note from Dave!
If you see suspicious activity, persons asking you for a ride across the border in your vehicle, a loose lipped driver talking about smuggling loads of weapons or drugs, do us all a big favour and contact authorities. Try to get as much information as possible without becoming involved and shut these bad guys down. They are bad for our business.
“The Border Integrity Program is responsible for protecting our border by preventing, detecting, and disrupting cross border criminality.
Securing the border contributes to the national security of Canada and protects Canadians from terrorism, organized crime and other border-related criminality This large drug seizure and the investigation that ensued resulting in an individual being charged, is another example of the RCMP and the CBSA working together to protect our communities by preventing illegal drugs from reaching our streets.”
-Superintendent Shawn Boudreau, Officer in Charge, RCMP Border
Integrity
Program, O Division
Over the years we here at Canadian Trucking Magazine have spoken highly of Brett Duseigne aka The Battery Man.
Brett has helped so many of us in many ways and has always been a Good Friend to the CTM Family and I. It’s with Great Sorrow that Brett has left us here on earth on the 20th February 2025. Gone from being here among us but never forgotten. Brett is such an amazing, kind, awesome person, self made and always straight forward looking after so many with kindest and caring for so many years.
With a Great sense of humour and Pride.
Brett you will be so missed by so many that you have touched and helped on your short run here on earth.
God Bless you and our thoughts and prayers are with your family, Blood and extended Family from the Battery Man. Great Loss for everyone! Peace Brother and you will Always be in our Heart and Gone from Earth but never Forgotten.
I was so lucky and fortunate to call Brett Friend and Brother.
So few People on this earth who care about others and is fair and decent so had to write about losing one of the Best.
The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) has announced Sarah Smith as vice chair of the association.
In this role, Smith will collaborate with WIT’s officers, board of directors, and staff to guide the association’s mission of encouraging the employment of women in the industry, minimizing obstacles they face, and promoting their accomplishments Along with this volunteer leadership role, Smith is senior vice president of human resources for Penske Transportation Solutions.
“We are extremely pleased to have Sarah in this leadership role as she brings a depth of experience that will be invaluable to the association,” said Jennifer Hedrick, president and CEO of WIT
In her current position at Penske, Smith leads teams responsible for corporate and field human resources as well as diversity and inclusion. Throughout her career, she has held several other roles with Penske, including director of labor relations
By; Ellen Voie CAE, President/CEO Women in Trucking
and vice president, human resources operations. Additionally, Smith spent time in private practice as an attorney. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in French from Wilkes University as well as her Juris Doctor degree from John Marshall Law School in Chicago, Il
“It’s an honor to hold a leadership position on the Women In Trucking Board of Directors,” said Smith “Women In Trucking is the leading organization supporting women in transportation and encouraging more to join our strong industry. To contribute to that mission is professionally and personally rewarding to me. I believe that there is a tremendous opportunity for women in trucking and that my association with WIT demonstrates Penske’s commitment to diversity and inclusion for our association I look forward to the impactful work that lies ahead ”
Women In Trucking Association, Inc. is a nonprofit association established to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments and minimize obstacles faced by women working in the trucking industry.
Membership is not limited to women, as 17 percent of its members are men who support the mission
Follow WIT on Twitter, Facebook, or LinkedIn. For more information, visit http://www.womenintrucking.org.
Rescue dogs and lost pets who need a ride home have a Awesome Group of allies in Canada, TRUCKERS.
A group based in Thunder Bay, Ont., will help coordinate rides for animals who are heading from one part of the country to another.
Furry Hobos and Hiway Heroes is the creation of Margaret Foster. A former truck driver, she took it upon herself to help coordinate rides for those with four legs.
"It actually gives them something they feel good about. I mean, you go up and down the road here, you see the accidents and everything else that happens," said Foster
She said nearly 300 dogs have been transported through the group to their new homes, anywhere in Canada. She said some trucks in the United States are also now part of her 'network', allowing
for international movement of the animals in need.
Foster said drivers are not compensated, but she asks for a donation of home baking, or a gift card for coffee
Help from the community
Foster said many of the drivers have their own animals in their trucks, that they refer to as 'An Ambassador.'
As for continuing to help ferry rescue animals, or those who are lost and found to their proper homes, Foster said most drivers can't get enough of it
"[One driver], he gets a hold of me all the time and says, 'Margaret, I'm getting tired of laughing at my own jokes, you'd better give me a dog.'"
Visit on FaceBook; Furry Hobos N Hiway Hero"s. Dog gone Truckin! Thanks Margaret!!
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21 million people are trafficked globally at any moment in time. Take Action. Domestic Violence Info. Stay Informed. Learn More. Get Facts & Stats. Canadian-born teenage girls as young as 13 are among the most vulnerable to trafficking.
A 2021 Statistics Canada report showed that of all Canadian cities, Halifax reported the secondhighest number of human trafficking incidents. Toronto was number one. “Human trafficking happens everywhere,,
Want to Stop Human Trafficing.
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The Joy Smith Foundation works to provide access to information so that every Canadian man, woman and child is educated and empowered to stay safe from manipulation, force, or abuse of power designed to lure and exploit them in the sex trade or forced labour.
Joy Smith’s journey, and the history behind the Foundation, are testimony that the actions of one individual can make a difference for so many others.
