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L'Ontario permettra un empattement plus long sur les tracteurs - 08/03/2012
  Le ministère des Transports de l’Ontario (MTO) songe à permettre un empattement plus grand pour un type de poids lourd spécifique.

Obama Talks LNG, Congratulates DTNA Commitment - 08/03/2012
  MOUNT HOLLY, NC. — We're not going to be able to drill our way out of the problem of high gas prices, Obama tells audience.

Daimler Trucks Compliant with 2014 Greenhouse Gas Regs - 23/02/2012
  PORTLAND, OR. — Daimler's complete 2013 portfolio of trucks certified compliant one full year ahead of deadline.

Cummins Expands Natural-Gas Engine Line-up - 22/02/2012
  COLUMBUS, IN. — Cummins to add heavy-duty on-highway natural-gas engine, inks new deal with Westport.

Navistar Joins the Natural Gas Brigade - 01/02/2012
  LISLE, Ill. — New program offers customers quick payback on natural gas trucks. Without a hefty price tag.

Welcome to South Euclid. Please Shut Off your Truck. - 17/01/2012
  ARLINGTON, VA – ATRI releases cross-America listing of all idling laws.

Give Green Incentives to Truckers, CTA Tells Feds. - 01/11/2011
  OTTAWA — CTA says government and industry interests aligned.

Recochem's DEF Tanker Hits the Roads - 20/10/2011
  MONTREAL -- First-of-its-kind in Canada, too.

LNG Fueling Station for Trucks Opens in Quebec - 18/10/2011
  MONTREAL -- And more stations slated to open between Quebec City and GTA.

Fuel-saving program gives B.C. truckers carbon credits - 28/09/2011
  VANCOUVER -- B.C heavy equipment operators and truckers have come together to create a new program that measures reductions in fuel consumption, reported The Vancouver Sun this morning.

Hybrid truck sales forecasted to surpass 100K - 12/09/2011
  BOULDER, Colo. -- Medium and heavy-duty hybrid truck sales are forecasted to surpass 100,000 vehicles annually by 2017, according to a report released by Pike research.

Survey Says: HD engines improve, but reported problems still high - 05/09/2011
  WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif. – After changes to emissions technology caused a spike in engine-related problems in recent years, more fleets are reporting improvements in the quality of their heavy-duty engines

Fuel Efficiency Fallout: Owner-ops don't like regs, Canada on track - 10/08/2011
  GRAIN VALLEY, Mo. – While most large carriers, truck manufactures and suppliers publicly applauded President Obama's stated fuel efficiency regulations for trucks, a group of owner-operators remains unconvinced.

First-ever truck fuel efficiency rules unveiled - 09/08/2011
  WASHINGTON –Heavy-duty tractor-trailers will be required to reduce fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions by over 20 percent compared to current baselines over the next six years.

Navistar launches lawsuit against EPA over rival engines - 14/07/2011
  CHICAGO -- Anyone who wondered whether Navistar is satisfied with the EPA's recent announcement to impose tougher standards on rival SCR engine suppliers, now have their answer:

EPA to toughen DEF-dosing standards on new engines - 21/06/2011
  WASHINGTON – The EPA dismissed Navistar's bold claim that its rivals' SCR engine systems are routinely 'tricked' and circumvent the 2010 emissions regulation, but the agency did propose tougher guidelines for those engines.

OTA pumped at $1B federal bridge pledge & green cash - 07/06/2011
  TORONTO – Yesterday's federal budget was more or less a reaffirmation of promises the Harper government made in the March budget speech, but the OTA was nonetheless buoyant over the details.

Traffic congestion kills, but cleaner vehicles helping: Harvard - 31/05/2011
  CAMBRIDGE, Mass. – More than 2,200 Americans a year die prematurely due to exposure of fine particulate matter in fuel emissions while idling in traffic.

MTO could make GHG-reduction devices easier to spec on trucks - 06/04/2011
  TORONTO – Ontario carriers who find it difficult to spec emission reduction and anti-idling technologies received some good news today

Navistar DT MaxxForce midrange gets EPA certification - 06/04/2011
  WARRENVILLE, Ill. – Navistar International is inching closer to the EPA's 2010 0.20g NOx limit for its 2011 model year MaxxForce DT mid-range diesel.

@MATS: Navistar talks up 15L diesel; announces 13L power boost - 30/03/2011
  LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- Although Navistar been proudly marketing its 13-liter MaxxForce in the heavy-duty segment for the last year, the company explained its reasoning for introducing a Cat-based 15-liter big bore at the Mid America Trucking Show in Louisville.

Navistar inks 'groundbreaking' engine design deal - 23/02/2011
  MELROSE PARK, Ill. -- Navistar International and EcoMotors International have signed a deal to support the latter company's opoc (Opposed Piston-Opposed Cylinder) engine architecture.

Nearly 60% of fleets plan truck orders - 02/02/2011
  COLUMBUS, Ohio – SCR has taken the early lead in the engine emissions marketing race, according to CK Commercial Vehicle Research.

GHG regs could do more harm than good: Truck seller - 15/11/2010
  WEST VALLEY CITY, Utah. -- You already know that truck fleets based outside of California who want to do business in that state must comply with California's stringent emissions standards, right?

Navistar: NOx-compliant engine achieved - 04/11/2010
  HUNSTVILLE, Ala. -- Navistar International says it is on the verge of submitting for certification a MaxxForce 13 engine that finally meets the EPA's 0.2g NOx standard, but it will continue selling engines that exceed that EPA limit until its banked emissions credits run out.

Robert Transport commande 180 Peterbilt au gaz naturel - 29/10/2010
  Robert Transport fait un pas de plus dans la concrétisation de son projet Route Bleue en commandant 180 Peterbilt alimentés au gaz naturel liquéfié.

EnviroCan issues reg framework on truck fuel, GHG standards - 26/10/2010
  OTTAWA – Canada has quickly followed up on the Obama Administration's monumental new fuel-efficiency and emissions standards with a regulatory framework of its own.

Upcoming truck fuel efficiency rule the buzz at ATA - 21/10/2010
  PHOENIX, Ariz. -- Ever heard of exhaust waste heat recovery? You will soon, because every North American truck engine maker is pursuing it as a way to meet the coming U.S. fuel economy mandate.

Study links diesel pollution to premature death - 03/09/2010
  SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- A new controversial California Air Resources Board report concludes that there is a causal relationship between exposure to fine particle pollution and premature death.

Navistar: Scrap current '10 engine rule; recall SCR trucks - 02/09/2010
  WASHINGTON -- After getting the EPA to admit that the 2010 emissions rules for SCR engines need some tightening, Navistar is now calling on the agency to force a recall of those engines currently in the market

Cali port wins court battle, war not likely over - 30/08/2010
  LOS ANGELES -- The rules in place to clean up the air at the Port of Los Angeles, and govern the truckers who operate there, are perfectly legal, according to a federal judge.

Gas turbine engine concept revived? - 27/08/2010
  TORONTO -- Yep, it's back. Sort of. A Florida company called Turbine Truck Engines has declared plans to build what it calls a Detonation Cycle Gas Turbine

SCR makers return Navistar’s serve at emissions workshop - 22/07/2010
  SACRAMENTO, Calif. – A handful of Navistar’s competitors fired back at their rival and questioned the EPA’s recent decision to reexamine the 2010 engine rule six months after they came to market.

Navistar presents “pollution loopholes” during Cali workshop - 21/07/2010
  EL MONTE, Calif. -- Earning a public workshop by dropping its lawsuits against environmental regulators, Navistar took the opportunity to debate “compliance loopholes” in liquid-based SCR systems for diesel engines.

Wesport, Volvo to develop biogas, natural gas engines - 16/07/2010
  VANCOUVER -- Westport Innovations is partnering with Volvo Powertrain to develop biogas and natural gas-fueled engines.

Fleets more likely to track emissions - 30/06/2010
  MOUNT LAUREL, N.J. -- Trucking fleets are paying more attention to their emissions footprint than ever, according to an annual fleet managers survey conducted by PHH Arval.

Green czar urges tax-shy politicians to OK tolls, carbon tax - 01/06/2010
  TORONTO - - "Gord Miller has a degree in plants and wants everyone in Ontario to pay more money to drive.”

Lessons learned for Volvo - 31/05/2010
  GREENSBORO, N.C. -- We've heard our share of complaints from Volvo owners about some of the EPA-'07-configured trucks, so we felt compelled to ask Volvo about the status of those concerns.

Big-name trucker calls for gov't support of LNG trucks - 24/05/2010
  BOUCHERVILLE, Que. -- Claude Robert says the Canadian trucking industry faces an uncertain future if the federal government does not support the conversion of fleets to alternative fuels the way the U.S. government is planning to do.

Obama orders fuel efficiency standards for trucks - 21/05/2010
  WASHINGTON -- For the first time, heavy- and medium-duty trucks will have to comply with national mileage and emissions standards.

Climate legislation a hidden tax on trucking: ATA - 13/05/2010
  WASHINGTON -- Two prominent senators in the U.S. introduced a climate change bill that the trucking industry says is a hidden tax on highway carriers.

DOT considers GHG-busting, transport strategies - 07/05/2010
  WASHINGTON -- The US DOT recently highlighted half a dozen strategies the government is considering to reduce greenhouse gas output from transportation, and trucking in particular.

Navistar and EPA reach agreement over 2010 engine suit - 04/05/2010
  WARRENVILLE, Ill. -- Navistar reached an agreement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, which will see the truckmaker’s lawsuit dropped in favour of a public workshop or hearing regarding SCR-equipped diesel engines.

BC engine retrofit rule to take effect in fall - 03/05/2010
  VICTORIA -- In six months BC’s Air Action Plan will require owners of older heavy-duty diesel truck engines to install devices that trap particulate matter (PM) emissions.

CTA concerned over harmonizing with U.S. fuel economy standards - 28/04/2010
  OTTAWA -- Earlier this month, federal Environment Minister Jim Prentice revealed Canada’s plans to harmonize passenger vehicle fuel economy standards with the U.S.

Navistar scraps emissions suit against CARB; critics shrug - 23/04/2010
  SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- Navistar says it withdrew a lawsuit it filed against the California Air Resources Board (CARB) over the agency's certification of 2010 SCR engines.

CARB likely to delay off-road emissions regs - 23/04/2010
  SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- The California Air Resources Board is delaying its off-road diesel engine emissions rules to give truck operators more time to green their fleets.

LA Port clean truck battle could take 'years' to settle - 21/04/2010
  LOS ANGELES -- The American Trucking Associations' lawsuit against the Port of Angeles' "concession requirements" as part of its Clean Truck Program got underway on Tuesday.

Law would put greens in charge of you: Industry group - 12/04/2010
  WASHINGTON -- Fuel-economy standards for trucks should be set by people who care about the economic well-being of the country and not just about the environment.

CTA revs up enviroTruck initiative with engine options - 02/04/2010
  OTTAWA -- The Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) has expanded the scope of its enviroTruck initiative to include alternative engine systems, such as hybrid and natural gas systems.

Truck emissions strategy needed: Conference Board report - 31/03/2010
  OTTAWA -- A briefing from the Conference Board of Canada says emissions from heavy trucks is a problem effectively being ignored in North America.

Westport project puts price on engine output - 30/03/2010
  VANCOUVER -- Westport Innovations Inc. has teamed up with Gr??ter Consulting to launch a program to monetize the carbon emission reductions associated with Cummins Westport (CWI) and Westport HD natural gas engines.

New York ports clean up their act - 10/03/2010
  NEW YORK -- The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is launching a Clean Trucks Program, similar to one already in operation on the west coast.

Truckers peer into their crystal balls - 25/02/2010
  WINNIPEG -- Imagine a truck smart enough to tell you that up the road, about 500 feet, another vehicle is approaching the intersection, on your right, and not slowing down fast enough to come to a complete stop in time.

PhD to clear the air on food supply sustainability - 19/02/2010
  ARLINGTON, Va. – The American Trucking Associations will be hosting Roger A. Cady at a conference next week to dispel what he says is a "myth that purchasing locally grown food is better for the environment" than buying from large

IdleAire calls it quits - 29/01/2010
  KNOXVILLE, Tenn. -- IdleAire Inc., the company that provided truckstops with no-idle electrification, is pulling the plug on its operations after a nine-year run.

CTA calls on feds to include enviroTruck incentives in budget - 28/01/2010
  TORONTO -- In a letter to federal Finance Minister Jim Flaherty, the Canadian Trucking Alliance urged the government to incorporate policies that would assist carriers in becoming early adopters of the latest green truck technologies.

Detroit Diesel engines meet EPA certification - 22/01/2010
  PORTLAND, Ore. -- Detroit Diesel Corporation's engines with the BlueTec emissions control system have been certified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for meeting new 2010 regulations.

EPA updates guidance for SCR engines - 21/01/2010
  WASHINGTON -- In an effort to clear the air on its requirements for selective catalytic reduction (SCR) engines, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has issued new guidance on the miles and hours a truck can run after the DEF tank runs dry.

Alberta ag company joining DEF ranks - 19/01/2010
  CALGARY -- Agrium Inc. has entered into an agreement to supply diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) grade prilled urea for the production of DEF with Old World Industries.

The future of high tech trucks is now - 19/01/2010
  LAS VEGAS -- While the past decade served mainly as an R&D period for advanced truck technologies, the next 10 years is when telematic and hybrid systems will really mature for real-world use.

EPA anti-smog initiative means more regs for truckers? - 11/01/2010
  WASHINGTON -- While some truckers congratulate themselves for being early adopters of new emission-busting diesel engines, additional stringent air-quality rules could be around the bend for many more U.S.-bound carriers.

Report reaffirms environmental benefits of enviroTruck - 08/01/2010
  TORONTO -- A joint study by U.S. public and private sector policy and research organizations, found that devices contained in the Canadian Trucking Alliance’s enviroTruck would provide significant greenhouse gas (GHG) savings.

Volvo first to market with methane-diesel engine - 07/01/2010
  STOCKHOLM, Sweden -- After years in development, a diesel engine fueled by a mixture of methane gas and diesel will be introduced by Volvo.

CARB website assists with TRU rule compliance - 05/01/2010
  SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- After some postponement, the California Air Resources Board's emissions regulations for Transport Refrigeration Units (TRUs) is now in effect and the agency is providing Golden State-bound reefer carriers a FAQ website that fully explains the regulation and its requirements.

SPECIAL REPORT: Navistar pursues ammonia-based 'SCR' solution - 21/12/2009
  WARRENVILLE, Ill. -- Is selective catalytic reduction (SCR) in Navistar's future? Perhaps -- although, with a twist.

Harper Power adds GESi to prod portfolio - 18/12/2009
  MISSISSAUGA, Ont. -- Harper Power Products had added Global Emissions Systems to its line of offerings.

Coke puts more hybrids on the road - 09/12/2009
  MONTREAL -- Coca-Cola Bottling Company is expanding its fleet of hybrid-electric delivery trucks across Canada as part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability.

EPA to declare CO2 a "pollutant" - 07/12/2009
  WASHINGTON -- Despite recent news that leading climate change researchers are exaggerating claims of global warming, the U.S. Environmental Agency will declare carbon dioxide a dangerous "pollutant."

Truckers want CARB rule suspended in light of cover-up - 07/12/2009
  SACRAMENTO -- There are calls to suspend California's statewide Truck and Bus Rule because of allegations that research behind the legislation was tainted.

Hybrid takeover five years away? - 24/11/2009
  BOULDER, Colo. -- According to Pike Research, the use of hybrid electric vehicles is expected to catch on with fleets over the next five years, with sales increasing from 300,000 units in 2009 to more than 830,000 in 2015.

EPA asks for stay in Navistar suit; OEM says no way - 10/11/2009
  CHICAGO -- Navistar International is opposing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's request to postpone court proceedings on Navistar's lawsuit against the agency.

Auto-guided vehicles, modal 'co-opetition' in transport's future - 09/11/2009
  TORONTO -- In 20 years transport and logistics-related emissions will be tracked in the supply chain and factored into the price of products.

Governator pumped up by zero-emissions truck - 22/10/2009
  SACRAMENTO -- Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger seemed impressed with Vision Industries' Tyrano truck, a zero emission hydrogen fuel cell/plug-in electric hybrid that was unveiled at the California State Capitol building this week

Treatment of marine transport unfair to truckers: CTA boss - 19/10/2009
  OTTAWA -- Canadian officials are urging the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to provide marine shippers safe harbor from strict new pollution rules -- and that's got the nation's top trucking advocate steamed.

Carbon trading gets international attention - 08/10/2009
  HONG KONG -- As world leaders continue to debate the best way to deal with industrial carbon emissions, financial firms in Ireland and China have teamed up to offer a voluntary trading platform.

Greening Green: Fleets talk profitable 'sustainability' - 07/10/2009
  LAS VEGAS -- There are few truckers that don't want to be greener. The problem, made clear by many carriers at the American Trucking Associations' conference in Las Vegas yesterday, is balancing environmental responsibility with the price tag.

Gold to Green: Cali-bound truckers readying for CARB diet - 28/09/2009
  VANCOUVER -- A steady diet of CARB regulations could have California-bound truckers tightening their belts very soon as they swallow the costs to comply with tougher environmental rules.

Daimler to equip NA dealers with DEF dispensers - 24/09/2009
  CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Daimler Trucks North America and SPATCO DEF announced a strategic partnership to manufacture and distribute patent-pending Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Dispensing Systems to over 800 DTNA dealers throughout the United States and Canada.

More green for Manitoba’s grEEEn program - 21/09/2009
  WINNIPEG – After a successful spring run, the Manitoba Trucking Association is ready to launch the second phase of the GrEEEn (Economic, and Environmentally Efficient) Trucking Program.

Navistar to push 13-liter in the absence of true '10 big bore - 16/09/2009
  CHICAGO -- Navistar International could very well run out of 15-liter engines before its own proprietary big bore diesel is ready, and in the meantime will try to convince heavy-duty customers next year to transition to13-liter power.

Hino names its price for 2010 engines - 01/09/2009
  NOVI, Mich. -- Hino Trucks is the latest OEM to announce what the surcharge will be for upcoming EPA-mandated engines utilizing Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR).

American program could reap rewards for Westport - 28/08/2009
  VANCOUVER -- In an effort to reduce fuel consumption in transportation the U.S. Department of Energy is willing to spend $300 million, and one B.C. manufacturer is hoping to cash in.

Navistar OK with SCR engines - in S. America - 25/08/2009
  TORONTO -- It may not believe in SCR technology as an emissions solution for North America, but Navistar is apparently going with the aftertreatment strategy on its engines in Brazil.

Detroit Diesel's 2010 price tag 9K more - 06/08/2009
  PORTLAND, Ore. -- Daimler Trucks North America says its Detroit Diesel EPA-compliant 2010 BlueTec engines and Cummins mid-range engines will rage between $6,000 and $9,000 more than current models.

Navistar keeps jabbing in 2010 engine bout - 31/07/2009
  WARRENVILLE, Ill. -- In the seemingly endless war of words between the EGR and SCR camps, decorum has not always been evident.

HD engine will be 8Gs more, says Navistar - 29/07/2009
  WARRENVILLE, Ill. -- Navistar has announced that the price tags on upcoming 2010- MaxxForce advanced EGR engines will $6,000 to $8,000 more.

FedEx delivers on hybrid growth - 24/07/2009
  CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- FedEx has added 92 hybrid-electric trucks to its delivery fleet, which are the first standard FedEx delivery trucks converted to hybrid-electric systems.

Euro SCR supplier expects to grow in NA market - 23/07/2009
  BRIGHTON, Mich.-- With most North American truckmakers ready to roll out SCR technology in upcoming 2010 heavy trucks, a leading German manufacturer of commercial-vehicle exhaust aftertreatment systems is scheduled to begin production later this year in Brighton, Mich.

Natural choice for new trucks at Cali port - 22/07/2009
  LONG BEACH, Calif. -- As part of the ongoing replacement of older trucks with new, cleaner models, the Port of Long Beach recently awarded subsidies for 100 new trucks.

Pilot plans DEF pump network - 20/07/2009
  KNOXVILLE, Tenn. -- Pilot Travel Centers revealed plans for the rollout of 100 diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) “at-the-pump” locations.

Navistar says MaxxForce ready for 0-10 rules - 13/07/2009
  WARRENVILLE, Ill. -- Navistar says the road to 2010 is smoothly paved for the introduction of its "advanced" EGR (exhaust gas recirculation) MaxxForce engines, Navistar.

EPA corrects 2010 on-board diagnostics provision - 08/07/2009
  WASHINGTON -- The Environmental Protection Agency now says its rule related to On-Board Diagnostics systems was not meant to prevent aftermarket facilities from servicing heavy-duty trucks and engines.

Pro SCR survey finds fleets leaning to SCR in '10 - 07/07/2009
  GREENSBORO, N.C. -- With six months to go before the new EPA 2010 emissions standards for heavy duty diesel engines go into effect, a survey commissioned by the coalition developing SCR (selective catalytic reduction) engines, concludes that, naturally, interest among carriers for their technology remains higher than increased EGR.

Golden State postpones controversial reefer regs - 06/07/2009
  SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- Cross-border reefer carriers sweating over costly new truck refrigeration unit rules in California have been given a short compliance reprieve.

Study clears the air on diesel emissions - 24/06/2009
  ARLINGTON, Va. -- After you read this story, print it off, make a bunch of copies and hand it out to anyone who tells you heavy-duty trucks are hard on the environment.

Hendrickson divisions join SmartWay - 23/06/2009
  ITASCA, Ill. -- Four divisions of Hendrickson -- Truck Suspension Systems, Trailer Suspension Systems, Auxiliary Axle Systems, and Bumper and Trim -- recently joined the U.S. EPA SmartWay program.

SPECIAL REPORT: Navistar tries to block rivals' role in EPA lawsuit - 12/06/2009
  WASHINGTON -- Navistar doesn't want its competitors butting into its court challenge of the EPA's decision to allow a rival technology for 2010 engines.

SPECIAL REPORT: Truck OEMs stand by EPA in Navistar lawsuit - 05/06/2009
  WASHINGTON -- Pro-SCR truck and engine makers have returned serve against rival OEM Navistar's legal challenge of their chosen emissions technology' for 2010.

SPECIAL REPORT: Navistar challenges SCR validity in court - 01/06/2009
  WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Despite the Environmental Protection Agency’s refusal earlier this year to extend by two years the deadline for 2010 engine emission standards, as Navistar had requested, the truck and engine maker has launched a new challenge.

Dealers oppose EPA authority over fuel economy - 26/05/2009
  WASHINGTON -- The National Auto Dealers Association, the parent group of the American Truck Dealers, is opposing a move toward giving the Environmental Protection Agency authority over fuel economy of heavy trucks.

Little support for Canadian carbon tax: Poll - 12/05/2009
  OTTAWA -- Only half of Canadians generally approve of a national carbon tax to try and combat what many believe to be global warming. And even some of those folks don't want to pay for it.

Big orange takes BlueTec for a test run - 06/05/2009
  GREEN BAY, Wisc. -- Schneider National got a sneak peak at Detroit Diesel's first two BlueTec engines back in January and hope the real-world testing will lead to a smooth transition down the road.

Engine makers find solidarity in SCR - 23/03/2009
  LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- Not only will SCR technology provide engine makers with an option to meet stringent U.S. EPA rules in 2010, it also gives them an opportunity to finally agree on something.

MATS: Volvo eliminates active regeneration in 0-10 trucks - 19/03/2009
  LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- Volvo says its ability to eliminate active regenerations in 2010 engines "tips the scales" of the engine emmessions debate back SCR's way.

It's Official: Maxxforce 15 will roar like a Cat - 19/03/2009
  LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- The name remains to be seen (Maxxerpillar? Catforce, perhaps?), but there were few surprises when Navistar unveiled its new Maxxforce 15-liter big bore to customers, dealers and the media at the Mid America Trucking Show last night.

MATS: Mack provides real-world SCR testing updates - 18/03/2009
  LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- Extensive field-testing on Mack Trucks’ selective catalytic reduction (SCR) technology for the next round of emissions standards has the 2010 engines performing very well in customer test fleets.

MATS: Bendix system boosts fuel economy and acceleration - 18/03/2009
  LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- Although it may sound like something from the future, the Bendix Pneumatic Booster System (PBS) is getting close to reality and is the first air management system of its kind to simultaneously improve fuel economy and vehicle acceleration, while reducing engine emissions.

Vancouver Port standards to hold steady until 2017 - 17/03/2009
  VANCOUVER -- Last April 1, Port Metro Vancouver stepped up the requirements on the Truck Licensing System (TLS) environmental requirements and this April the port is set to do the same.

Nearly 10K premium for SCR trucks: Volvo - 03/03/2009
  GREENSBORO, N.C. -- Upcoming Volvo Trucks with EPA'10 emissions reduction technology will include a surcharge of $9,600, the truckmaker announced.

EXCLUSIVE: Hebe's T.O. take on economy, engine regs, and truckers on the ropes - 02/03/2009
  TORONTO -- The North American owner-operator as we know him is nearing extinction. Keep reading because that's just one of many no-nonsense industry insights offered by the outspoken former Freightliner honcho-turned-Navistar International senior VP, North American sales operations, while in Toronto last week

EXCLUSIVE REPORT: Cat out of the bag? - 29/01/2009
  TORONTO -- It looks as though Cat has one more life in the world of heavy-duty on-highway engine production. And, apparently, that's good news for Navistar.

ATA asks Congress for speed limiters, other enviro initiatives - 28/01/2009
  WASHINGTON -- For once, U.S. truckers are asking federal politicians to follow in Canada's treadprints.

Cummins signs DPF partnership; announces plant closure - 22/01/2009
  COLUMBUS, Ind. -- Cummins Emission Solutions says it will strategically partner with Emcon Technologies in the manufacturing of Cummins-designed emission controls systems for the 2010 on-highway truck market.

Eaton to produce non-urea aftertreatment system - 09/01/2009
  KALAMAZOO, Mich. -- Eaton has signed an agreement to use Clean Diesel Technologies' patented Advanced Reagent Injector System (ARIS) for injection of hydrocarbon fuel in emissions reduction applications, including Eaton's Aftertreatment System.

Cummins Filtration to support SCR systems with DEF - 09/01/2009
  NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Cummins Filtration has reaffirmed plans to fully support service requirements of 2010 Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) equipped engines with Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF).

Navistar campaign touts EGR over competing solution - 07/01/2009
  CHICAGO -- Saying it wants to "clear the air" over the competing emission reduction technologies, Navistar says it will offer customer seminars, public Webinars and trade advertising that addresses the "fuel economy, cost-of-ownership and operational impacts

DEF heavyweights team up for 2010 supply deal - 05/01/2009
  MISSISSAUGA, Ont. -- Terra Environmental Technologies and Brenntag North America announced a mutually exclusive, multi-year strategic alliance designed to efficiently supply the United States and Canada with TerraCair ultra pure diesel exhaust fluid (DEF).

2010 timetable affirmed; now OEMs want to move on - 17/12/2008
  LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa. -- Truck OEMs invested in SCR technology are applauding the Environmental Protection Agency for standing firm on its scheduled Jan. 1, 2010 deadline for new emission reduction rules to kick-in.

CARB greenlights retrofit enviro regs - 16/12/2008
  SACRAMENTO, Ca. -- As expected, California will become the strictest jurisdiction in North America for trucks to operate in.

Natural gas Sterlings delivered to ports - 11/12/2008
  LONG BEACH, Ca. -- Some 132 owner-operators contracted to California Cartage are now driving near-zero-emission Sterling Set-Back 113 tractors in the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles.

Study linking diesel and cancer used to toughen truck rules in CA - 09/12/2008
  LOS ANGELES -- A new study that links trucking work to cancer has been released by researchers at the University of Berkeley and Harvard.

EPA issues on-board diagnostic truck rules - 08/12/2008
  WASHINGTON -- Final rules requiring on-board diagnostic systems on heavy-duty vehicles to monitor emission control systems have been issued in the U.S.

OOIDA concerned with new engine standards - 20/11/2008
  GRAIN VALLEY, Mo. -- The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) is asking U.S. policymakers to rethink implementing engine emission standards at this time.

California takes emission rules a step higher - 13/11/2008
  SAN DIEGO -- Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger’s state is forging ahead with regulations that will terminate older, polluting trucks from Golden State highways.

ROAD TO 2010: Engine rule details still cloudy for truckers - 12/11/2008
  SAN DIEGO -- There are only 413 days left before new 2010 EPA-mandated engines are the standard in North America, but truck and engine makers are finding out they have their work cut out in educating customers on the rules and the types of technologies that will be available.

Detroit Diesel roars past SCR testing milestone - 10/11/2008
  REDFORD, Mich. -- Detroit Diesel Corporation has announced that it has surpassed seven million miles of testing on its BlueTec Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) technology.

McGuinty greenlights hybrid truck incentives - 31/10/2008
  TORONTO -- It looks as if the Ontario Trucking Association has cashed in some political capital at Queen's Park.

Yup, carbon the next truck 'pollutant' targeted - 16/10/2008
  ROSEMONT, Ill. -- The 2010 truck emission regulations aren't even here yet, but that doesn't mean the EPA isn't already thinking about the next round of tough rules for heavy vehicle engines.

Cap 'n trade system no good for trucking: BCTA - 02/10/2008
  LANGLEY, B.C. -- With targets in place for a regional cap-and-trade program, the B.C. Trucking Association is concerned about possible trickle down costs on fuel prices.

Pilot centers to offer DEF at the pump by late '09 - 30/09/2008
  KNOXVILLE, Tenn. -- Early adopters of EPA-2010 emissions reduction technology will have adequate supplies of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) available nationwide by mid to late 2009 says Pilot Travel Centers.

Cummins opte finalement pour la SCR - 05/09/2008
  Finalement, Cummins a choisi d’utiliser la réduction catalytique sélective (selective catalytic reduction ou SCR) dans ses moteurs lourds «X» 2010.

Liberals soften carbon tax policy for truckers, farmers - 03/09/2008
  WINNIPEG -- As expected, Liberal leader Stéphane Dion will massage his controversial national carbon tax plan to ease the burden for truckers, farmers, and the fishing industry.

BREAKING NEWS: Cummins says ‘Yes’ to SCR - 13/08/2008
  COLUMBUS, Ind. -- Cummins will use selective catalytic reduction (SCR) technology in its 2010 heavy-duty ‘X’ engines after all.

Atlantic truckers warn against carbon tax policy - 06/08/2008
  DIEPPE, N.B. -- The executive director of the Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association is urging the Atlantic Federal Liberal Caucus to reject federal Liberal leader Stephane Dion’s carbon tax proposal.

Urea prices double; Could affect SCR market - 18/07/2008
  LONDON -- Volatile pricing of urea -- the additive required for SCR engines in Europe -- could give North American fleet owners a preview of things to come.

Province hitches on to enviroTruck - 27/06/2008
  VANCOUVER -- B.C.’s Environment Minister has found merit in the enviroTruck program and found some funding to provide a boost.

BREAKING NEWS: Cat and Navistar cooperate in global truck development - 12/06/2008
  CHICAGO -- In a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed today, Caterpillar Inc. and Navistar International say they intend to pursue global on-highway truck business opportunities and cooperate on a variety of engine platforms

CARB proposes retrofit emissions reduction regulations - 01/06/2008
  SACRAMENTO -- The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has tabled two separate draft regulation proposals that could hit truckers deep in the pocketbook. The first would require an EPA'07-equivelant retro-fit for trucks built prior to 1998. The second proposal would require all 2011-model-year and later equipment be EPA SmartWay certified in order to operate 53-ft trailers on California highways.

UPS grows green fleet - 14/05/2008
  ATLANTA -- The world's largest package delivery company has ordered another 200 hybrid electric trucks and 300 compressed natural gas vehicles for its North American fleet.

Feds back greener freight movement with greenbacks - 07/05/2008
  OTTAWA -- The federal government is investing millions of dollars to help limit the emission of greenhouse gases during freight movement.

Urea supplier ramps up for '2010 - 03/04/2008
  TORONTO -- Brenntag, one of the world's largest chemical producers, says it will begin producing urea for the North American market.

Volvo gets euro cash boost for DME technology field tests - 02/04/2008
  STOCKHOLM, Sweden -- The Swedish Energy Agency has granted AB Volvo over $12 million Euros in support for field testing the third-generation DME technology for heavy vehicles.

New ozone standards could lead to truck retrofits - 20/03/2008
  WASHINGTON -- U.S. States soon may look to mandating emissions retrofits on heavy trucks as they try to meet new federal ozone standards.

Out with the old and in with the new-ish - 18/03/2008
  VANCOUVER -- Field tests in the near future will determine if a retrofit system for diesel trucks will reduce emissions and improve fuel economy.

LNG order kick starts port program - 18/03/2008
  VANCOUVER -- Westport Innovations has sold 50 Kenworth LNG T800 Class 8 trucks to Southern Counties Express to meet criteria of California’s Clean Trucks Program.

ATA takes on Cali port over emission programs - 07/03/2008
  LOS ANGELES -- The American Trucking Associations says recent truck engine standards introduced by the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles are illegal and has filed comments with the Federal Maritime Commission to stop them.

Volvo clean trucks get presidential approval - 07/03/2008
  WASHINGTON -- U.S. President George W. Bush liked what he saw yesterday during a tour of Volvo and Mack carbon-dioxide-neutral trucks, hosted by Volvo Group CEO Leif Johansson.

Green technology ripe for market growth - 05/03/2008
  TORONTO -- As global emission regulations tighten in an effort to combat climate change and fossil fuel reliance, the market for emission and idling reduction technologies for commercial trucks will experience considerable growth, analysis from Frost & Sullivan have observed.

Port OKs green plan to replace aging trucks with LNG units - 21/02/2008
  LONG BEACH, Calif. -- After months of debate, the Port of Long Beach harbor commissioners voted to approve a plan calling for replacement of at least half of current port drayage diesel trucks

More urea needed for 2010 SCR engines? - 18/02/2008
  NEW YORK -- At least one heavy-duty truck manufacturer is testing higher doses of urea in prototype 2010 engines in order to drastically reduce fuel consumption of the future engines.

Westport backed for 2010 engine development - 14/02/2008
  VANCOUVER -- Westport Innovations has been awarded US$2.25 million in funding to build engines fit for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s 2010 emission standards.

Costs pinned down for EPA-compliant engines - 11/02/2008
  ORLANDO, Fla. – The additional cost of running emissions-compliant diesel engines made since 2002 amounts to between 6.7-8.2 cents per mile

Cummins engines meet CARB idling rules - 07/02/2008
  COLUMBUS, Ind. -- The complete line of Cummins truck diesels can now meet Clean Idle requirements in California, allowing those engines to idle beyond the state Air Resources Board's five-minute limit, the engine maker announced.

New study links diesel fumes to truckers' death - 04/02/2008
  SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- Truck drivers are percent more likely to get heart disease than the general population due to exposure to diesel exuast emissions, according to a Harvard University study.

Volvo to keep offering Cummins ISX beyond 2010 - 04/02/2008
  GREENSBORO, N.C. -- Volvo Trucks North America says it will continue to offer the 15-liter Cummins ISX engine certified for 2010 emissions standards in the Volvo VN.

Paccar chooses SCR path to 2010 - 31/01/2008
  BELLEVUE, Wash. -- Paccar has joined Daimler Trucks and Volvo Trucks in committing to selective catalytic reduction (SCR) as the preferred technology to meet the nitrogen oxides (NOx)-cutting demands of upcoming 2010 engine requirements.

CTA enviroTruck revs up in B.C. - 28/01/2008
  VANCOUVER -- B.C. is the first jurisdiction to take the Canadian Trucking Alliance's enviroTruck initiative from concept to reality.

Kenworth to produce LNG-powered heavy truck - 25/01/2008
  VANCOUVER -- Kenworth Truck will start building T800 liquefied natural gas (LNG) trucks starting in 2009.

SPECIAL REPORT: Two-tiered market for 2010 engines? - 23/01/2008
  LAS VEGAS -- When the topic of 2010 emission solutions was still in its infancy, selective catalytic reduction (SCR) seemed to be a pretty good bet to win the approval

Daimler making progress on zero-emissions truck - 14/01/2008
  STUTTGART, Germany -- Daimler Trucks recently launched its 'Shaping Future Transportation' initiative at a press conference in the spectacular

VPA relaxes opacity test deadlines for older port trucks - 18/12/2007
  VANCOUVER -- The Vancouver Port Authority (VPA) has responded to the BC Trucking Association's recommendations that changes need to be made to the port's incoming Truck Licensing System before it takes affect on Jan. 1, 2008.

IRS offers rebates to heavy-duty hybrid buyers - 11/12/2007
  WASHINGTON -- American truck buyers who purchase certain medium and heavy-duty hybrids and trucks running on alternative fuel can claim a credit of up $32,000, the IRS announced.

Westport wins EPA-CARB clean engine certification for LNG class 8s - 05/12/2007
  VANCOUVER -- Westport Innovations Inc. (TSX:WPT), a global leader in gaseous-fuelled power technologies, has received California Air Resources Board (CARB) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Bill blends fuel industry and government regulation - 04/12/2007
  OTTAWA -- The Renewable Fuels Bill was introduced in parliament, which will allow the federal government to regulate renewable fuel content in fuels.

CTA environmental initiative is gaining steam - 03/12/2007
  OTTAWA -- When it was presented to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance, the Canadian Trucking Alliance’s enviroTruck initiative received a welcome boost from the David Suzuki Foundation.

BC to fund green fleet program; Trucking group lobbying for more - 28/11/2007
  VICTORIA -- The B.C. government is kicking in $500,000 into the Green Fleets B.C. partnership to reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality, Environment Minister Barry Penner said this week.

CTA urges Finance Committee to approve incentives for green trucks - 28/11/2007
  OTTAWA -- It isn't very often business groups lobby governments to help them promote more expensive and complicated equipment and technology.

Fleets put money where ozone is - 05/11/2007
  TORONTO -- It’s easy to grow at least a bit weary hearing how other folks are saving the planet while you’re trying to make a buck.

International won't follow SCR path to 2010 - 02/11/2007
  WARRENVILLE, Ill. -- International Truck and Engine is the second engine maker to say no to SCR, which at one time was thought to be the consensus choice in meeting the 2010 heavy-duty engine emission standards.

Detroit Diesel debuts next-generation engine - 22/10/2007
  DETROIT -- After nearly five years and $1.5 billion in development, the new heavy-duty DD15 engine was unveiled last week at Detroit Diesel's Redford, Mi. engine plant.

Volvo delivers SCR trucks for real-world operations - 03/10/2007
  GREENSBORO, N.C. -- The first fleet of selective catalytic reduction (SCR)-equipped Volvo VN daycabs were delivered this month to Talon Logistics at Volvo Trucks North America’s headquarters in Greensboro, N.C.

The Green Mile: Purolator unveils first fully electric truck - 24/09/2007
  TORONTO -- The future of parcel delivery is here. After more than seven years of collaboration and development, Purolator has rolled out Canada's first-ever, fully electric, zero-emissions curbside urban vehicle.

SPECIAL REPORT: Volvo's Ready for Future Fuels - 24/09/2007
  BRUSSELS, Belgium -- Volvo is ready to build and sell, at 24 months' notice, diesel-engined trucks that run on any of seven different renewable liquid and gaseous fuels that won't produce a net gain of harmful carbon dioxide in the atmosphere after being manufactured, distributed, and burned.

Cummins says no to SCR in 2010 heavy engines - 24/09/2007
  NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Heavy-duty Cummins engines will not use selective catalytic reduction (SCR) to meet 2010 nitrous-oxide emissions limits like a handful of other engine makers. Nor will they need any other form of NOx aftertreatment.

N.S. to update fleet with enviro-friendly models - 20/09/2007
  HALIFAX -- The government of Nova Scotia has announced plans to "green" its fleet of 2,300 cars, trucks, and heavy equipment.

Mack, U.S. Energy target 10% CO2 cut - 13/09/2007
  ALLENTOWN, Pa. -- Mack Trucks is working with the U.S. Department of Energy to develop environmentally friendly commercial vehicle technologies,

Volvo displays CO2-free trucks - 31/08/2007
  STOCKHOLM, Sweden -- The Volvo Group says it has produced seven demonstration trucks that reportedly do not emit carbon dioxide, which, as climate change theory states, causes global warming.

New Mack meets EPA SmartWay standards - 22/08/2007
  ALLENTOWN, Pa. -- The Mack Pinnacle is the latest new commercial truck to be certified by the U.S. EPA SmartWay program

CTA wants incentives for 'envirotrucks' - 16/08/2007
  OTTAWA -- Last year it was about restoring meal tax deductions for truck drivers to 80 percent, this time the Canadian Trucking Alliance is pushing the federal government to greenlight financial incentives to accelerate into the market

Sunbury's 'green' truck in spotlight at all-premiers meeting - 08/08/2007
  MONCTON, N.B. -- Canada's premiers gathering for this year's Council of the Federation in Moncton will get an up-close look at a Sunbury Transport LCV

Enviro-friendly drivers to be marked with 'Eco-licence plate' - 08/08/2007
  ETOBICOKE, Ont. -- New environmental initiatives announced by the Ontario Liberals include identifying drivers and truckers who buy green vehicles and related technology with an "Eco-licence plate."

SCR consensus strengthens, but supply questions linger: Analyst - 30/07/2007
  NEW YORK -- There's now little doubt that the vast majority of engine manufacturers are gearing up for selective catalyst reduction (SCR) as the solution to meet the most stringent round of emission controls yet.

Vanport enviro rules phase out older container trucks - 17/07/2007
  VANCOUVER -- As it said it would do earlier this year, the Vancouver Port Authority is implementing tough environmental standards for truckers applying for a licence to access the ports.

Cummins Westport says it has first 2010-certified engine - 11/07/2007
  VANCOUVER -- Canadian alternative engine maker Cummins Westport says that its ISL G urban truck and bus diesel has received formal certification from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for 0.2g/bhp-hr oxides of nitrogen (NOx) and 0.01 g/bhp-hr particulate matter (PM).

Golden State anti-idling law extends to trucks in '08 - 05/07/2007
  SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- Starting on New Year's Day next year, California is no longer exempting diesel trucks from its five-minute idling limit when drivers are resting in the sleeper berth.

B.C. to require filter refitting on largest polluting trucks - 07/06/2007
  VICTORIA -- B.C. will become the first province to make clean-air filters mandatory on older heavy-duty trucks.

DPF Challenge: '07 vocational issues still being worked out - 28/05/2007
  TORONTO -- Diesel particulate filters (DPFs) are well understood by the engineering community, and after spending many million of dollars in testing, engine and truck makers have worked out exactly where they should be placed on a highway truck or tractor.

Chassis chief predicts 'plug 'n go' trucks in near future - 28/05/2007
  UNION CITY, Ind. -- The day when P&D fleets and other medium-duty companies refuel by simply plugging trucks into an electrical outlet is not far off.

Trains to face tougher engine emission standards - 24/05/2007
  OTTAWA -- Canadian railways are finally being dragged on board the green bandwagon.

Cummins getting ready for next round of emission rules - 24/05/2007
  COLUMBUS, Ind. -- Cummins says it's continuing to make progress toward meeting the stringent 2011 EPA Tier 4 off-road, and EU Stage IIIB emissions regulations.

Governator pumps up Canadian biodiesel fleet - 23/05/2007
  VANCOUVER -- When Hollywood action hero-turned Golden State governor Arnold Schwarzenegger visits Vancouver next week he'll give his gubernatorial blessing to one of Canada's fastest-growing fleets and its elaborate emissions-reduction plan.

Q&A: How Westport's David Demers turns 'green' into greenbacks - 07/05/2007
  TORONTO -- For many Canadian businesses, making money and going green still isn't a sure thing.

Port puts unsafe, polluting container haulers 'on notice' - 30/04/2007
  VANCOUVER -- Lower Mainland can haulers will be subject to more rigorous and demanding container truck safety and environmental standards, the Vancouver Port Authority (VPA) announced today.

Truckmakers welcome EPA guidance on SCR - 24/04/2007
  GREENSBORO, N.C. -- Volvo Trucks North America says it's pleased with guidances issued last month by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding the use of Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) to meet the federal emissions regulations scheduled to take effect in 2010.

SPECIAL REPORT: EPA issues SCR engine guidance to suppliers - 04/04/2007
  WASHINGTON -- Those engine manufacturers that have declared selective catalyst reduction (SCR) is the way to go in meeting the tough 2010 EPA engine emission requirements have been handed a blueprint to get the technology certified.

ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: Freightliner chief bemoans lack of engine incentives - 02/04/2007
  TORONTO -- Outdated engine technology is effectively being promoted by the U.S. and Canadian governments, says Freightliner LLC president and CEO Chris Patterson.

10 for 10: What will be the hottest trucking issues over the next decade? - 26/03/2007
  TORONTO -- The myriad issues surrounding 2007 -- from the introduction of smog-free engine technology, to new hours-of-service rules, to a recent downturn in freight volume -

MATS REPORT: Cummins brings back the 600; says orders strong - 22/03/2007
  LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Among several product announcements made by Cummins just prior to the Mid-America Trucking Show here, one will find special favor with many Canadian truck operators -- a 600-horse ISX with a whopping 2050 lb ft of torque, on sale this fall.

SCR looks more viable as 2010 solution: Experts - 19/03/2007
  NEW YORK -- Some of the barriers to making SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) the 2010 emissions solution of choice are falling in North America, according to industry experts.

Sterling's class 4/5 bullet revealed - 07/03/2007
  INDIANAPOLIS -- Rounding out its now very full truck lineup, Sterling unveiled the new Bullet cab-and-chassis model yesterday here at the National Truck Equipment Association Work Truck Show.

Delphi creates groundbreaking SCR technology - 27/02/2007
  LUXEMBOURG -- The world's first automotive ammonia sensor has been developed by Delphi Corp. The new technology will allow direct closed-loop control of the SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) systems used by an increasing number of diesel vehicles to reduce NOx.

CTA gives Harper's green idea 'thumbs up;' Projects could include speed limiters - 15/02/2007
  OTTAWA -- An environmental initiative for truckers, by truckers, seems to have struck a chord in Ottawa, as the Conservative government's newly announced $1.5 billion environmental plan may include Canadian Trucking Alliance proposals like mandatory speed limiters,

ArvinMeritor sells emissions systems unit to focus on core markets - 02/02/2007
  TROY, Mich. -- Just a few months after boosting its marketshare in the commercial vehicle emissions solutions industry, ArvinMeritor has signed a definitive agreement to sell its Emissions Technologies business group to New York-based equity investment firm One Equity Partners (OEP) for about $310 million.

Gov't anti-idling rebate program under scrutiny - 30/01/2007
  OTTAWA -- The federal Conservative government says bureaucrats botched the multimillion-dollar FleetSmart program and has ordered a series of audits into the beleaguered initiative.

Bush calls for increased use of biodiesel, alternative fuels - 24/01/2007
  WASHINGTON – U.S. President George Bush wants to make America less dependent on foreign oil supplies by increasing the use of renewable and alternative fuels.

Freightliner prepares for first unveiling of hybrid truck - 15/01/2007
  GAFFNEY, S.C. -- New hybrid powertrain technology developed by Freightliner Custom Chassis, Eaton, and Detroit Diesel will be on public display for the first time at two of the trucking industry's largest shows in early 2007.

EPA proposes onboard diagnostics for heavy trucks - 14/12/2006
  WASHINGTON -- For the first time, the Environmental Protection Agency is proposing to require the emissions control systems of large diesel and gasoline highway trucks and buses to be monitored similarly to passenger cars.

OTA lobbies for clean truck incentives - 05/12/2006
  TORONTO -- In a bid to accelerate purchases of upcoming low pollution engines -- and save some manufacturing jobs in the process -- the Ontario Trucking Association is taking its clean air blueprint to Queen's Park.

Studies back carriers' clean air manifesto: CTA - 22/11/2006
  TORONTO -- The Canadian Trucking Alliance says two recent studies support the group's 14-point action plan to help truckers be effective in business while reducing emissions and fighting climate change.

Trucking, JIT, a major GHG contributor: Study - 09/11/2006
  OTTAWA – Transport trucks are being blamed for much of this country's smog and pollution, according to a new federal government study on the environment.

Smooth transition to cleaner ULSD in Canada - 16/10/2006
  OTTAWA -- "D" Day for official ULSD implementation in Canada came and went without anyone hardly noticing.

Buyers of low-emission trucks aren't happy: JD Power survey - 06/10/2006
  WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif. -- Heavy truck customers are increasingly experiencing problems with heavy-duty truck engines that meet recent EPA-regulated emission standards, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2006 Heavy-Duty Truck Engine/Transmission Study released yesterday.

ArvinMeritor displays Clean Air Solutions portfolio - 25/09/2006
  HANOVER, Germany -- Making good on a previously stated goal to increase market share in the commercial vehicle emissions solutions industry, ArvinMeritor has unveiled a portfolio of original equipment aftertreatment products in Europe called its Clean Air Solutions.

CTA calls for '07 purchase incentives in next budget - 13/09/2006
  OTTAWA -- To help boots the purchase of 2007, low emission, smog-free trucks in the market place, the Canadian Trucking Alliance is calling upon the federal Minister of Finance to include tax incentives for truckers that get behind the wheel of an '07, in his next budget.

What biodiesel is better? Researchers decide - 13/07/2006
  VANCOUVER -- A new study by University of Minnesota researchers says soybean-based fuel blends are a vastly better choice than biofuel produced from corn.

OTA urges Ontario to OK trucking clean air pact - 11/07/2006
  TORONTO -- Ontario carriers want their home province to follow its French-language neighbor in implementing "home-grown" environmental measures, which include mandating speed limiters for all trucks.

Border guards concerned over diesel exhaust exposure - 10/07/2006
  OTTAWA -- The union representing Canada's border officers is launching an investigation to find out if gas and diesel emissions from idling cars and trucks lined up at crossings is affecting officers' health.

CTA supports US weight exemption for anti-idle technology - 04/07/2006
  OTTAWA -- The Canadian Trucking Alliance is in favour of a 400-lb weight exemption, contained in the US Energy Policy Act of 2005, for idle reduction systems or auxiliary power units installed on heavy-duty vehicles.

Trucking group unveils Canadian enviro-truck plan - 29/06/2006
  OTTAWA -- Now that the new Conservative government has ditched Ottawa's commitment to the flawed international Kyoto protocol in favor of a made-in-Canada solution, the Canadian Trucking Alliance has some suggestions as to how the feds can clean up the environment and help carriers at the same time.

Mack, Volvo say OK to SCR solution for 2010 - 28/06/2006
  LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa. Mack Trucks has joined parent truckmaker Volvo trucks and other OEMs in declaring that Europe's preferred emission reduction technology will also be used in North America.

Enginemakers greenlight B20 biodiesel test standard - 26/06/2006
  JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- They're coming around. While all heavy-duty engine makers currently approve a five percent blend (B5) of bio- and petro-diesel in their products, the Engine Manufacturers Association (EMA) has just approved a test spec for a 20 percent blend (B20).

ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: Eaton Offers Unique 2010 Emissions Solution - 24/06/2006
  KALAMAZOO, MI -- Eaton Corporation is working on a new diesel exhaust aftertreatment technology to meet 2010 U.S. EPA emissions requirements.

Chevron takes biofuel research to the next level - 22/06/2006
  SAN RAMON, Calif. -- Chevron Corp. and the Georgia Institute of Technology have formed a strategic research alliance to pursue advanced technology aimed at making cellulosic biofuels and hydrogen viable transportation fuels for the transportation-trucking industry.

OTA hoping Ontario politicians hitch a ride on speed limiter bandwagon in Quebec - 20/06/2006
  QUEBEC CITY -- Reducing truck crashes and equaling the competitive playing field for fleets may no longer be the main point carrier groups are riding to make mandatory speed limiters a reality across Canada -- not when environmental arguments seems to carry more weight among politicians.

ATA calls redundant California emissions bill "unwise" - 20/06/2006
  ALEXANDRIA, Va. -- A pending California "magnet" bill that would allow regions to set their own diesel emission benchmarks should be rejected by Senate Transportation and Housing Committee, says the U.S.'s largest carrier group.

Brown's Green Fleet passes 100-million mile mark - 15/06/2006
  ATLANTA -- The UPS fleet of alternative fuel trucks recently hit a major milestone, surpassing more than 100 million miles in delivering packages to homes and businesses.

CTA wants to CTEER anti-idling rebate program back to NRCan - 11/05/2006
  OTTAWA – A government program that gave financial incentives for the purchase of anti-idling technology has expired – and the Canadian Trucking Alliance wants it back.

EPA boss gives low-pollution '07 engines a nod - 10/05/2006
  WASHINGTON -- EPA Administrator Stephen L. Johnson is happy with the progress made by engine makers in meetings the agency's newest round of tough emission standards.

Trucking still leading in freight-efficient transportation projects - 08/05/2006
  OTTAWA -- Five new projects designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the freight transportation sector, including another two trucking-related ventures, have approved for the eighth round of funding under Transport Canada’s Freight Sustainability Demonstration Program.

ULSD concerns linger just months before introduction; ATA predicts minimum nickel per gallon premium - 26/04/2006
  ALEXANDRIA, Va. -- Fuel and fuel prices are at the very top of the trucking industry's list of concerns these days. And things are getting even dicier.

Freightliner, FedEx roll out new hybrid electric trucks - 24/04/2006
  GAFFNEY, S.C. -- Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp., FedEx Express, Eaton, Utilimaster and Detroit Diesel have all teamed to develop a "revolutionary" line of hybrid electric-powered walk-in vans.

Freightliner Numero Uno kicks off Truck World 2006 - 20/04/2006
  Chris Patterson sounds off on OEMs' past sins, capacity, driver shortage, and '07 rules

Reefer Madness in California; OOIDA, ATA battle tough TRU rules - 06/04/2006
  GRAIN VALLEY, Mo. -- The Golden State has truckers seeing red these days. American owner-operators have joined the country's carriers in trying to put a stop to a controversial rule which subjects trucks hauling reefers in California to extremely stringent emission standards.

DaimlerChrysler's plug 'n play Sprinter hybrid - 31/03/2006
  AUBURN HILLS, Mich. -- The world's largest car and truckmaker will roll out 40 new Dodge Sprinter Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV) in the U.S. and other countries as part of a new test fleet program.

Westport makes Cummins LNG engines ready for commercial market - 30/03/2006
  VANCOUVER -- Alternative fuel-power innovator Westport Innovations from Vancouver has received the California Air Resources Board (CARB) certification for its High Pressure Direct Injection (HPDI) technology adapted to the Cummins ISX heavy-duty truck engine.

Chevron to offer both CI-4 and CJ-4 engine oils in 2007 and beyond - 28/03/2006
  Chevron says it will still offer its CI-4 Plus engine oil in 2007 even after the introduction of the upcoming CJ-4 specification next October.

EnviroCan may delay ULSD deadline; exempts remote north from rule - 27/03/2006
  OTTAWA -– In order to mitigate some of the expected problems during the transition from 500 ppm-based sulfur fuel to ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD), Environment Canada will likely follow the U.S.'s lead in granting the petroleum industry a 45-day extension to introduce the fuel to market.

MATS REPORT: Detroit Diesel announces '07 Mercedes-Benz engines - 23/03/2006
  Parent company also working on global engine platform for post '07 market

MATS REPORT: ArvinMeritor packages aftertreatment for Detroit, Mercedes engines - 23/03/2006
  Company adds that it's ahead on 2010 solution as well.

ULSD rollout a 'planned hurricane' say market experts - 20/03/2006
  NEW YORK -- The trucking industry's transition to ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD) will be like a "planned hurricane," with suppliers bracing for some expected supply shortages, contamination, and price volatility.

SPECIAL REPORT: Detroit Diesel, Freightliner bullish on '07 Series 60 engine roll-out - 27/02/2006
  PORTLAND, Ore. -- With more than 5 million test miles logged on 58 trucks, and thousands of test-cells hours clocked before that, Detroit Diesel Corp. (DDC) says it's ready for EPA '07.

Brown gets even greener - 20/02/2006
  ATLANTA -- The largest for-hire carrier in North America has announced it has ordered 50 new-generation hybrid electric delivery trucks.

Cummins gives B5 biodiesel green light - 15/02/2006
  COLUMBUS, Ind. -- Cummins has reaffirmed its support of biodiesel fuel as a means to potentially improve air quality and reduce the nation's dependence on foreign oil through increased use of renewable fuel sources.

Volvo Trucks unveils lineup of 2007 engines: Will cost $7.5 K more - 14/02/2006
  TAMPA BAY, Fla. -- Volvo Trucks North America unveiled its comprehensive new family of heavy-duty diesel engines for 2007 -- the 11-litre D11, 13-litre D13 and 16-litre D16 -- meets strict new U.S. emissions standards that take effect in 2007.

Cat opens new aftertreatment facility for ACERT engines - 30/01/2006
  PEORIA, Ill -- Caterpillar today announced the formation of Cat Environmental Technologies -- a new group that brings the development and manufacturing of all aftertreatment technology and products in-house.

Cummins introduces vocational '07 ISL - 19/01/2006
  COLUMBUS, Ind. -- Cummins told a World of Concrete audience this week that its 2007 ISL delivers increased performance and fuel efficiency for vocational customers.

EPA eases ULSD transition for retailers - 11/11/2005
  WASHINGTON -- In order to better facilitate the transition to ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel (ULSD), the Environmental Protection Agency is again extending the compliance deadline for retail outlets by 45 days.

New '07 engines could cost up to $10,000 more: International T&E - 09/11/2005
  WARRENVILLE, Ill -- Stricter 2007 diesel emissions standards could add $5,000 to $6,000 to the price of a new medium-duty engine and $7,000 to $10,000 to a big bore Class 8 engine.

Manitoba Pumps up Biodiesel, Minnesota Backs Off - 02/11/2005
  The province of Manitoba has followed Ontario's lead and cut the taxes applied to bulk sales of biodiesel in order to encourage more companies to produce it.

Sleeper trucks now banned from idling in California - 26/10/2005
  SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Heavy-duty trucks with sleepers are now prohibited from idling for more than 5 minutes in the Golden State.

SCR the answer to 2010: DaimlerChrysler truck boss - 17/10/2005
  STUTTGART, Germany -- Selective catalytic reduction (SCR) technology will be the solution to the North American emissions challenge of 2010, says Andreas Renschler.

Cat celebrates ACERT milestones - 11/10/2005
  PEORIA, Ill. -- Caterpillar marked milestones for the rollout of ACERT across the Caterpillar product line and honored customers who are using ACERT technology to help meet emission requirements around the world in a recent ceremony.

Fleets Aim to Repair Our Air - 06/10/2005
  HAMILTON, Ont. -- Canadian Tire Transportation and the City of Hamilton have issued a challenge to all fleets, public and private, across Canada: let's reduce fleet idling by 20 percent by the end of November, 2005.

Patent officer rejects Caterpillar's patent on ACERT - 03/10/2005
  WASHINGTON -- A 78 year-old retired chemist from Georgia says he invented Caterpillar's low emission ACERT technology for diesel engines -- and for the second time, a US Patent and Trademark Office examiner agrees.

Minnesota biodiesel rule for trucks is on; truckers worry over costs - 29/09/2005
  MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. -- Minnesota truckers are the first transport providers in North America required to fill up their fuel tanks with a biodiesel blend.

CTA wants widespread testing of ULSD before deadline - 16/09/2005
  OTTAWA, -- Canadian truckers want to expedite testing of ultra low sulfur diesel fuel with new 2007 low emission engines before petroleum companies in Canada mirror the US EPA mandate of ULSD here next year.

Joint Can-Am clean air agreement announced; focuses on anti-idling - 15/09/2005
  DETROIT -- Natural Resources Canada and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency signed an agreement to co-operate and share information on environmental projects.

Cummins named to Dow Jones Sustainability World Index - 13/09/2005
  COLUMBUS, Ind. -- Engine-maker Cummins has been recognized for its economic, environmental and social leadership by Dow Jones

Thermo King units EPA-OK for next decade - 29/08/2005
  MINNEAPOLIS, -- Thermo King says its 2005 truck units with Tier 2 truck engines are assured EPA-compliance until 2016 and beyond.

The Environmental Protection A

Anderson: Kyoto won't move without trucking - 18/08/2005
  The Canadian Trucking Alliance said yesterday that it has been assured that the trucking industry will have the chance to weigh in on the impact ratification of the Kyoto Protocol would have on motor carriers.

Diesel particulate filters make the grade in Alberta - 07/08/2005
  EDMONTON, (Aug. 8, 2005) -- As part of its ongoing interest in exploring ways to reduce vehicle emissions in urban areas, the Clean Air Strategic Alliance has just completed a comp

Mack preps customers for '07 - 29/07/2005
  As part of its ongoing effort to provide as much information as possible about the upcoming 2007 emission regulations, Mack Trucks is conducti

Cat Applauds U.S. Retrofit Emissions Bill - 12/07/2005
  PEORIA, Ill -- Caterpillar has announced it supports legislation in the U.S. Senate that will improve the availability of clean-diesel emissions technology for old

Trucking group weighs in on anti-idling, border wait tracking - 30/06/2005
  There's no summer lull for the Canadian Trucking Alliance, which has put lobbying efforts in high gear these last couple weeks.

Among several other proj

Trucks consume half of U.S. fuel: Study - 08/06/2005
  Trucks now account for over half of all vehicle fuel consumed in the U.S., according to a new study.

The U.S. Commercial Fleet Market Forecast, 20

EPA adopts 'real-world' truck testing for '07 diesel emissions - 06/06/2005
  WASHINGTON, -- Testing highway diesel truck emissions under 2007 standards will be more accurate, less expensive, and more effective under a new in-use testing

ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: EPA eases ULSD fuel compliance date - 31/05/2005
  WASHINGTON, (May 31, 2005) -- Sulfur standards will be temporarily eased in new diesel fuel blends mandated by the Environmental Protection Agency.

The EPA announced that to be

Emissions Challenge:
Challenger Takes Natural-Gas-Powered Trucks on the Road - 25/05/2005
  CAMBRIDGE, Ont. -- Southern Ontario trucking giant Challenger Motor Freight will begin operating five new trucks powered with liquefied natural gas.

Cummins, U.S. Gov't move towards high-efficiency engine - 19/05/2005
  COLUMBUS, Ind. (May 19, 2005) -- Cummins recently announced significant progress toward meeting engine efficiency and emissions targets as part of the government-industry 21st Cent

OTA report questions relevancy of Drive Clean - 11/05/2005
  TORONTO, (May 11, 2005) -- Ontario trucks under seven years of age should no longer be required to undergo Drive Clean tests based on the current pass rate for the industry, the On

Cat Video Assists Drivers with ACERT Engines - 09/03/2005
  Caterpillar has released a new video for drivers which helps explain the company's new ACERT engine technology.

Cat issues SCR caution - 17/12/2004
  PEORIA, Ill. -- The brass at Caterpillar Power Systems has taken the unusual step of suggesting others in the trucking industry remain open-minded when it comes to emissions-control

New Ontario Drive Clean standards begin tomorrow - 31/03/2004
  TORONTO, (March 31, 2004) -- Stricter standards of Ontario's Drive Clean program are set to take effect tomorrow -- tightening pollution controls for heavy trucks, but also offerin

First retail biodiesel station in Canada opens - 02/03/2004
  MARKHAM, Ont. (March 2, 2004) -- Ottawa-based Topia Energy -- one of Canada's largest commercial producer and supplier of biodiesel -- unveiled the country's first retail biodiesel

Truck buyers time trades with next round of emission regs - 24/10/2003
  TORONTO, -- Truck makers are facing face hard questions heading toward the next emissions bar set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

DaimlerChrysler's plans to control emissions with SCR - 30/09/2002
  HANOVER, Germany, -- Not unlike conversations here these days, much of the talk -- formally and otherwise -- at

The dirt on smoke: Canada's Kyoto commitment - 18/08/2001
  Diesel engines burn fuel and, in so doing, convert chemical energy to kinetic energy.

Stray Cat: Company goes its own way for '02/07 emissions - 12/03/2001
  MOSSVILLE, Ill. -- Caterpillar will not be using cooled exhaust-gas recirculation (EGR) to meet 2004/2007 emissions

Ottawa wants 'Canadian solution' to pollution settlement - 08/03/1999
  OTTAWA -- A negotiated settlement between the Canadian government and six makers of diesel engines alleged to have intentionally circumvented emissions rules

The dirt on smoke: Canada's Kyoto commitment - 26/10/1998
  TORONTO -- Diesel engines burn fuel and, in so doing, convert chemical energy to kinetic energy. That’s great if the goal is to move a truck down the road.

Engine makers settle on EPA pollution claims - 26/10/1998
  WASHINGTON, D.C. -- For years, diesel engine-makers in North America have jumped through hoops to meet ever-tougher emissions rules. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection

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