August 2008 Volume 28, Issue 8 Delivering daily news to Canada’s trucking industry at www.trucknews.com
● A Canadian show truck in France ● Canuck steals the show at SuperRigs ● A polished appearance
See pages 31-38 READY, SET…: Whether you like to spend your summers at the show’n’shines, trade shows or big rig races, there’s no shortage of events to attend this summer. This month’s special show section from pages 31-38 includes some compelling information for show-goers. Above, a competitor gets some air after stomping on the – Photo by David Benjatschek throttle during drag racing at last year’s Rodeo du Camion.
Done deal: Ontario speed limiter legislation passed
This year’s Truck News/Chevron Charity Golf Event was a huge success raising more than $8,000 for the Canadian Centre for Abuse Awareness.
By James Menzies TORONTO, Ont. – The Ontario Legislature has passed a bill that will require all trucks operating in the province to have their speeds mechanically limited to no more than 105 km/h. The controversial Bill 41 was passed June 16, following a spirited final
See photos pages 36-37 Pencil in June 16, 2009 for next year’s golf event!
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Road test: Eaton UltraShift A first-hand look at the auto gearbox that’s now a standard spec’ at Purolator
Inside This Issue... • Cultural understanding:
The Indian Trucking Association wants to improve the industry – for all races. Page 28
• Stayin’ A-live: A look at why live bottom trailers are receiving a
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lot of attention, especially at work sites with uneven surfaces or overhead wires. Page 42
• Flying their colours: We display the winners of the PMTC’s annual fleet graphics competition, which recognizes the best in truck and trailer designs. Page 34
• Dalton and the Bandit: Mark plots his revenge against a
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fuel bandit.
Industry Opportunities 14, 50 Career Pages 51-59 PM40069240
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