Trucking Industry News & Technology
Co-hosting an event dedicated to European Logistics Transporters in Ulm, Germany, CNH Industrial and FCA discussed the benefits of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) for the logistics sector and demonstrated positive examples from their own supply chain operations. The recently launched new IVECO Stralis NP (Natural Power) 460, classed as the most […]
Following Competitive Review, Transportation and Logistics Leader Chooses SmartDrive and Accelerates Benefits with a Straight to Rollout Implementation SAN DIEGO, Nov. 2017 — SmartDrive Systems, a leader in video safety and transportation intelligence, announced that Decker Truck Line Inc., a family-owned company providing transportation and logistics services nationwide, has selected the SmartDrive® video-based safety […]
Software developed with Omnitracs has been deployed by less-than-truckload industry leaders Holland and Reddaway Driver-focused mobile solution logs hours of service electronically, saving drivers and fleets time and money, increasing safety and enabling compliance FORT MILL, S.C., Nov. 2017 — Honeywell (NYSE: HON) announced that its suite of software solutions for truck drivers […]
OEMs to focus on reducing driver load, highlight driver safety to influence purchase decisions, finds Frost & Sullivan SANTA CLARA, Calif., Nov. 2017 — Driver and technician shortage are the most important issues for fleet managers. These, along with concerns about the economic outlook and operating margins, are influencing several choices fleet […]
Balancing Clean Air, Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Increasing Customer Demands PITTSBURGH, Nov. 2017 — Building on the success of clean diesel technology, diesel engine and vehicle manufacturers are now pushing the envelope of commercial engine efficiency and systems integration to achieve greater fuel economy and other benefits for their customers. Appearing on a […]
TROY, Mich., Nov. 2017 — The Board of Directors of Meritor, Inc. (NYSE: MTOR) announced that it has appointed Rodger L. Boehm to the Board of Directors as a Class III director with a term expiring at the 2018 annual meeting of shareholders. His appointment is effective as of Dec. 1, 2017. Boehm has led client service […]
Fleet-focused Industry Gathering Set for March 5-8 in Atlanta ARLINGTON, Va., Nov. 2017 — American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council announced it was opening registration for its 2018 Annual Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition, to be held March 5-8 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. Driving Excellence Through Expertise is the theme for […]
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 2017 — The following is a statement from Allen Schaeffer, executive director of the Diesel Technology Forum: With yesterday’s approval of the updated Clean Air Action Plan (CAAP), the leadership of the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach (POLA and POLB) took a positive step toward improving the air quality for the surrounding communities and […]
New deep learning tools help industry-leading automotive, trucking and insurance solution providers power the future of driving SAN DIEGO, Nov. 2017 — Netradyne announced a new deep learning analytics data platform for companies within the automotive, transportation and insurance industries. The new, highly customizable offering will arm companies with rich data including […]
Product Offers Ten Times More Service Life Than Competition LAS VEGAS, Nov. 2017 — Dana Incorporated (NYSE: DAN) has introduced a new line of Spicer® u-joints incorporating the company’s Spicer Life Series® (SPL®) technology, features that have been tested to deliver significantly more service life than competitive u-joints. The distinctive blue coating on the journal […]
