Latest News Updates From Margaret Gordetsky

Nafta Panel Rules U.S. Should Not Bar All Mexican Trucks

The North American Free Trade Agreement arbitration panel has issued its final decision, clearing the way for Mexican trucks to obtain operating authority to run in the United States.

February 6, 2001

Coalition Formed to Improve Efficiency of West Coast Ports

A newly formed group with ties to the trucking industry wants government and the trade community to work together to make West Coast seaports more efficient and technologically up-to-date.

February 1, 2001
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Coalition Formed to Improve Efficiency of West Coast Ports

A newly formed group with ties to the trucking industry wants government and the trade community to work together to make West Coast seaports more efficient and technologically up-to-date.

January 31, 2001
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Calif. Ag Haulers Squeezed by Electricity Crisis

California agricultural haulers, farmers and food processors are up to their ears in broccoli these days.

January 31, 2001
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Canada Offers Provisional Entry For Drivers With ‘Felony’ Records

U.S. truck drivers convicted of offenses classified as felonies in Canada — even though not felonies in this country — now may gain admittance to Canada if they use one of several remedies offered by Canada’s immigration service.

January 31, 2001
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West Virginia UPS Driver Makes His Musical Mark

Brown by day, blue at night. These are the colors of Johnny Staats’ life.

January 31, 2001
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Canadian Groups At Loggerheads Over Hours Enforcement

A Canadian truck drivers group, upset at high diesel prices, is challenging the Ontario government to do complete safety audits of all trucking companies in the province over the objections of another industry organization.

January 31, 2001

Calif. Ag Haulers Squeezed by Electricity Crisis

California agricultural haulers, farmers and food processors are up to their ears in broccoli these days.

January 30, 2001
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Alberta Study of Fatigue Gets Under Way

The Canadian province of Alberta has begun a fatigue study to cover everything from circadian rhythms, sleep disorders and lifestyles to scheduling and technology, according to Roger Clarke, executive director of vehicle safety and carrier services for Alberta Infrastructure.

January 24, 2001

Alberta Study of Fatigue Gets Under Way

The Canadian province of Alberta has begun a fatigue study to cover everything from circadian rhythms, sleep disorders and lifestyles to scheduling and technology.

January 22, 2001