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Regulations

Saskatchewan LCV Permits 2026: Driver Requirements, How to Apply & Compliance

Saskatchewan Long Combination Vehicle (LCV) permits — driver experience and record requirements, the 12-month LCV Driver's Certificate, how to apply through the Ministry of Highways, and how to manage LCV driver documents so certificates never lapse.

Jul 12, 2026 6 min
Regulations

Kentucky Weight Distance Tax (KYU) 2026: Rate, Who Files & Quarterly Returns

Kentucky Weight Distance Tax (KYU) for 2026 — the $0.0285/mile rate, the 60,000-lb threshold, who needs a KYU number, quarterly filing, and how carriers (including Canadian cross-border fleets) track Kentucky miles. Separate from IFTA.

Jul 12, 2026 6 min
Regulations

Manitoba LCV Permits 2026: How to Apply & Manage Long Combination Vehicle Compliance

How to get a Manitoba Long Combination Vehicle (LCV) permit — the ARPS permitting system, carrier and driver requirements, and how to manage LCV driver certificates, abstracts, and permit documents so your fleet stays compliant.

Jul 12, 2026 6 min
Cross-Border

USA Hazmat Permits & Registration 2026: PHMSA, FMCSA Safety Permit & State Permits

US hazmat permitting for carriers, including Canadian cross-border fleets — PHMSA Hazardous Materials Registration (who must register, 2026-2027 fees and deadline), the FMCSA Hazardous Materials Safety Permit, and state hazmat permits. Separate from Canadian TDG.

Jul 12, 2026 8 min
Fuel & Energy

Canada's 2026 Fuel Tax Holiday: What Truckers Actually Save on Diesel

The fuel tax holiday 2026 cuts diesel ~4¢/L from Apr 20–Sep 7. What truckers actually save, when it ends, and why Clean Fuel costs keep rising.

Jun 16, 2026 7 min
Market & Economy

Tariffs Are Adding $35K to a New Truck: The 2026 Equipment Squeeze

Tariffs are pushing truck prices 2026 sharply higher — up to ~$35K on a new Class 8. What it means for Canadian carriers' capex, parts, and cost per mile.

Jun 16, 2026 7 min
Market & Economy

Canadian Freight Market — Mid-2026 Update: Capacity Tightens, Rates Firm

Mid-2026 canada freight market 2026 check-in: capacity tightens, rates firm. ACT Research and Mordor Intelligence on rates, capacity, and consolidation.

Jun 16, 2026 7 min
Safety

Why Truck Insurance Hit a Record High in 2026: Nuclear Verdicts Explained

Truck insurance 2026 hit record highs. Learn how nuclear verdicts and social inflation drive premiums and what Canadian carriers on U.S. lanes can do.

Jun 16, 2026 8 min
Safety

Cargo Theft Hits Record Highs in 2026: The Rise of Strategic Theft

Cargo theft 2026 is at record levels, driven by strategic theft and cyber-enabled fictitious pickups. What Canadian carriers must know and do.

Jun 16, 2026 8 min
Breaking Regulations

CARM Phase 3 Cutover Checklist for Carriers

CARM Phase 3 compliance checklist for Canadian carriers: BN15 enrolment, RPP posting, broker handoff, and the 30-day enforcement window.

May 09, 2026 6 min
Cross-Border

FAST Card vs CDRP vs PIP: Which Trusted Trader Program Fits Your Fleet?

Side-by-side comparison of FAST Card, CDRP, and PIP for Canadian carriers: eligibility, application time, lane benefits, costs, and audit posture.

May 03, 2026 6 min
Drivers & Workforce

Driver Inc vs T4 Employee in Canada: CRA Rules and Compliance

Driver Inc vs T4 employee: CRA's 4-factor test, payroll obligations, misclassification penalties, and 2026 enforcement trends in Canadian trucking.

May 02, 2026 6 min