Telematics & Fleet Tracking
Platform Science Raises $125 Million in Growth Capital
Leading connected vehicle platform accelerating momentum with OEMs, fleets and developers Platform Science, the leading edge application platform for transportation raised $125 million in growth capital to accelerate innovation in the commercial transportation sector. Key strategic investors included C.R. England, Cummins, Daimler Truck, PACCAR, RyderVentures, and Schneider. New financial investors included Activant Capital, BDT & MSD […]
Plus Named 2024 Edison Award Gold Winner for Innovative Autonomous Driving Software
PlusDrive® is among the suite of autonomous driving software solutions offered by Plus to help OEMs and Tier 1s accelerate the development of next-generation vehicles Plus, a global leader in autonomous driving software solutions has been recognized as a Gold winner of the 2024 Edison Awards for its supervised autonomy software solution, PlusDrive®, in the Innovative Services […]
Carriers and drivers can now use Relay to pay for weighs at 2,200+ CAT Scale locations
The new integration marks another way Relay is helping fleets digitize over-the-road expenses on a single payment network Relay Payments, the fintech company modernizing payments for the trucking and logistics industries, launched an integration enabling carriers and drivers to seamlessly pay with Relay for more over-the-road expenses. Fleets can now use their Relay accounts in […]
People
Tenstreet Announces New AI-Powered Recruiting and Navigation Features at 6th Annual User Conference
Tenstreet’s biggest innovations integrate smarter communication strategies and AI technology into carriers’ dashboards Tenstreet, the leading provider of software solutions that connect drivers and carriers for every aspect of their employment relationship, announced several new features at their 2024 User Conference in Las Vegas that will further optimize driver-carrier communications and deliver measurable improvement to […]
Werner® Honored as a 2024 VETS Indexes 5 Star Employer
“Competition for the VETS Indexes Employer Awards was tougher than ever in 2024, as a record number of organizations participated. Even with hundreds of employers in the running, the veteran’s programs at Werner stood out from the rest.” Werner Enterprises, Inc. (Nasdaq: WERN), a premier transportation and logistics provider, proudly announces its designation as a VETS […]
International Truck Names North Central International 2023 Dealer of the Year
This is NCI’s first dealer of the year award, but the third time the dealer has won International’s Presidential Award which is awarded to the top performing International® dealerships. Dealer Principal Andy Hatlestad accepted the award International Truck has named North Central International (NCI) as the company’s 2023 dealer of the year. This is NCI’s first dealer of […]
Autonomous
Plus Named 2024 Edison Award Gold Winner for Innovative Autonomous Driving Software
PlusDrive® is among the suite of autonomous driving software solutions offered by Plus to help OEMs and Tier 1s accelerate the development of next-generation vehicles Plus, a global leader in autonomous driving software solutions has been recognized as a Gold winner of the 2024 Edison Awards for its supervised autonomy software solution, PlusDrive®, in the Innovative Services […]
Kodiak Establishes Advisory Council, Taps Leaders from Walmart, UPS, and Beyond to Help Guide Deployment of Autonomous Trucks
“Kodiak’s Industry Advisory Council will help carry us through our next phase of growth, as we work alongside our partners to safely and efficiently deploy our driverless technology,” said Reed Kodiak Robotics, Inc., a leading autonomous transportation company building technology for the trucking and defense industries, announced the launch of its Kodiak Industry Advisory Council. […]
Volkswagen ADMT Announces Agreement With Mobileye for Autonomous Driving
The aim is to use it in the commercial sector, for example for mobility and transport services in Europe and the USA Autonomous driving is coming. Following an extensive pilot phase with road testing in Germany and the USA, Volkswagen ADMT GmbH, part of Volkswagen AG, is announcing a cooperation agreement with the technology company […]
Brakes, Suspensions, Chassis
Pitstop Partners with Diesel Laptops to Revolutionize Fleet Maintenance Through AI-Predictive Analytics
This partnership enhances the efficiency of maintenance teams by saving an average of 10 hours per week in diagnostic time Pitstop, the leading cloud-based Fleet Maintenance Software provider, is thrilled to announce its partnership with Diesel Laptops, a premier source for diesel diagnostic software, equipment, and services. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the […]
Safety Drives Everything in the All-New Volvo VNL
Volvo Trucks’ unwavering commitment to safety is demonstrated through the all-new Volvo VNL’s next-generation driver assistance and occupant protection technologies Volvo Trucks North America recently introduced the completely reimagined, all-new Volvo VNL, designed to revolutionize the heavy-duty trucking industry and set new standards for safety. With the vision of achieving zero accidents, Volvo Trucks’ unwavering […]
Sope Creek Capital Leads Recapitalization to Support Commercial Truck and Trailer Part’s Growth
Company has a long track record of distributing truck and trailer parts in the independent heavy-duty aftermarket channel. CTTP carries over 350+ nationally recognized brands Sope Creek Capital, a transportation and logistics focused family office, announced the recapitalization of Commercial Truck and Trailer Parts and M&R Manufacturing and Supply (the “Company”), a national distributor of […]
Fuel & Oil
JJX Logistics Reduces Fleet Emissions by 17% and Achieves Industry Safety Accreditation with Samsara
Real-time fleet visibility and monitoring enables international haulage firm to ensure safety and security of drivers and cargo International haulage company JJX Logistics has improved the safety and sustainability of its fleet operations by implementing advanced AI solutions from Samsara, the pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud. The move has enabled JJX Logistics to achieve a 17% reduction […]
Range Energy and DB Schenker Announce Pilot of Electric-Powered Trailer Platform
Pilot agreement demonstrates commercial traction for implementing sustainable transportation equipment in existing commercial trucking operations Range Energy (Range), the company bringing powered trailers to the commercial trucking market, has signed a pilot agreement with DB Schenker, a global leader in logistics services, to deploy its electric-powered trailer. During the pilot, Range trailers will be implemented and evaluated […]
Port Houston Awarded Nearly $27 Million For Clean Truck Program
Grant Investment is Pivotal in Reducing Air Emissions The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration announced that Texas was awarded a $26.9 million grant for the Port Houston new clean truck program to help reduce air emissions. Port Houston’s CLEANSTACS Program (Catalyzing Lower Emissions with Alliances and New Systems in Trucking and Community Sustainability) […]
Fleet Maintenance
JJX Logistics Reduces Fleet Emissions by 17% and Achieves Industry Safety Accreditation with Samsara
Real-time fleet visibility and monitoring enables international haulage firm to ensure safety and security of drivers and cargo International haulage company JJX Logistics has improved the safety and sustainability of its fleet operations by implementing advanced AI solutions from Samsara, the pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud. The move has enabled JJX Logistics to achieve a 17% reduction […]
E-SMART Drives Facility Safety with Backing Speed Management
E-SMART Reverse puts facility managers in the driver’s seat for reducing the potential of backing accidents in company specified speed zones E-SMART, a leading Dynamic Speed Management provider, announced E-SMART Reverse, a new capability that adds a backing speed limiter to reduce the potential for accidents at company and customer facilities. “By some estimates, backing […]
Love’s and Speedco offering half-off DOT inspections, discounts on Yokohama tires in May
Drivers can save on new tires and prepare for CVSA International Roadcheck Love’s Travel Stops is helping professional drivers save money and get ready for the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) International Roadcheck next month by offering discounts on select services across the nation’s largest over-the-road truck maintenance network. During the month of May, more […]
Recent News
Used Truck and Farm Machinery Values Still Climbing as Construction Equipment Values Remain Steady
The Sandhills EVI for trucks, including used sleeper and day cabs, posted a 59.3% year-over-year value increase While inventory levels within Sandhills Global marketplaces have ticked back down in August after leveling off briefly, auction and asking values for used agricultural equipment and heavy-duty trucks are continuing a sharp ascent, according to a new Sandhills Global Market […]
MiX Telematics Announces Partnership with Navistar
Puts customers at the helm of their telematics solution MiX Telematics announced a new partnership with Navistar that aims to create even greater value for their customers. Through the partnership, MiX and Navistar plan to provide mutual customers with an enhanced and comprehensive combined data set. Customers and manufacturers reliance on telematics data has evolved over […]
Volvo Trucks North America Continues ‘Toward Zero’ by Fueling All New Trucks with HVO at the New River Valley Plant
Volvo Trucks is focused on the three-pillar strategy with battery electric, hydrogen fuel cell and renewable fuels in the internal combustion engine Volvo Trucks North America has announced a significant advancement in its sustainability efforts by fueling newly assembled trucks with Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), a renewable fuel, as they depart from the Volvo Trucks New […]
BAE Systems to collaborate with Cummins on transit bus hybrid drivetrain for 2027 and beyond
Cummins’ B hybrid-compatible diesel engine with BAE Systems’ drivetrain system targeted for launch in 2027 BAE Systems (LON: BA) and Cummins Inc. have announced plans to collaborate on the integration and certification of a B hybrid-compatible diesel engine and hybrid electric drivetrain for the transit market, targeted for launch in 2027. The hybrid electric solution […]
ATA Truck Tonnage Index Decreased 2% in March
Index Fell 1% from March 2023 American Trucking Associations’ advanced seasonally adjusted For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index declined 2% in March after increasing 4% in February. In March, the index equaled 113.4 (2015=100) compared with 115.7 in February. “Tonnage in March suggests that truck freight volumes remain lackluster, and it is clear the truck freight recession […]
Shippeo Spring Platform Release Reveals All-new Parcel Tracking, Advanced Carbon Emissions Monitoring Features, and Enhanced Container Tracking Data Quality
Carbon Visibility solution now offers users powerful new ways to interact with, analyze, and monitor the quality of CO2 emissions data Shippeo, a leading provider of multimodal shipment visibility, announced their Spring 2024 Platform release, introducing over 70 new features and enhancements, including a new parcel tracking solution rebuilt from the ground up, as well as […]
Performance Food Group and Industry-Leading Partners Unveil Sustainable Distribution Center of the Future
Advanced Energy Machines, FreeWire, GridMarket and Volvo Trucks North America played key roles in facility transformation In recognition of Earth Day 2024, Performance Food Group Company (PFG) (NYSE: PFGC), Advanced Energy Machines (AEM), FreeWire Technologies, GridMarket and Volvo Trucks North America, partnered to hold a special open house event at PFG’s Gilroy, CA facility to show how the companies have collaborated to help […]
Outpost Raises $12.5 Million to Accelerate Growth, Targeting the Nationwide Truck Parking Shortage
Company formerly known as Semi-Stow Expanding its Network of Secure Fleet Yards Outpost network of managed semi-truck parking facilities, has raised $12.5 million in Series A funding, led by GreenPoint Partners with support from Speedwagon Capital Partners, to accelerate expansion of its managed properties and technology platform. Founded in 2021 as Semi-Stow, the company also unveiled […]
New ATRI Research Evaluates Renewable Diesel as an Alternative Pathway to Decarbonization
While both RD and BEV pathways have implementation costs, the report concludes that relying on BEV to decrease CO2 emissions is nearly six times more expensive than using RD The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) released a new report that analyzes the benefits of employing renewable diesel (RD) as an alternative to battery electric vehicle (BEV) […]
Premier Truck Rental Expands Fleet with State-of-the-Art Fuel Lube and Mini Lube Trucks
These state-of-the-art trucks enhance operation capabilities and are available for monthly rental nationwide Premier Truck Rental (PTR), a leading provider of custom work truck and trailer rentals, proudly announces the addition of cutting-edge Fuel Lube and mini Lube trucks to its fleet. This strategic investment further emphasizes the company’s commitment to adapting to customers’ needs, […]
March Class 8 Net Orders May Finally Indicate Slowing Capacity Additions
ACT Research reports final March Class 8 net orders totaled 17,410 units (17.2k seasonally adjusted), down 8.4% y/y Final March Class 8 net orders totaled 17,410 units (17.2k seasonally adjusted), down 8.4% y/y. Total Classes 5-7 orders rose 23% y/y to 25,359 units (23.4k seasonally adjusted), as published in ACT Research’s latest State of the […]
Spot Market Insights: Total Spot Rates Barely Move in the Latest Week
Spot Market Insights is provided weekly by Truckstop with analysis and commentary from FTR Total Spot Rates Barely Move in the Latest Week Data from Truckstop and FTR Transportation Intelligence for the week ended April 19 showed overall stability in broker-posted spot rates, although higher rates for flatbed equipment roughly offset lower rates for van […]
RaceTrac Selects Blue Yonder to Digitally Transform Its Warehousing Operations and Transportation Modeling
Leading convenience store retailer will implement several Blue Yonder Supply Chain Execution solutions to meet company growth plans and improve warehouse capabilities, labor management and network performance, supported by Open Sky Group As consumer expectations continue to evolve, retailers need to synchronize their execution across operations, resulting in faster transit times and reduced cost-to-serve. That’s […]
Southern Reins Logistics Teams Up with Turvo to Enhance 3PL Operations
This partnership marks a significant milestone for Southern Reins Logistics as they elevate their operations to exceed customer expectations Turvo Inc. provider of a leading collaboration application designed for the supply chain, announces a strategic partnership with Southern Reins Logistics, a leading full-service provider of customized freight solutions headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia. With a commitment to […]
FIRST CLASS 8 HEAVY-DUTY ELECTRIC FREIGHT TRUCK MAKES HISTORIC CROSSING OF U.S.-MEXICO BORDER
Dedicated trucks will utilize recently built charging infrastructure installed by SDG&E designed to provide reliable and accessible charging options for medium- to heavy-duty electric freight trucks crossing the U.S.-Mexico border San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) and Bali Express announced the historic crossing of a Class 8 heavy-duty electric freight truck from the U.S. into Mexico. The […]
Navistar Surpasses 100 Electric Vehicle Authorized Dealers
“A zero-emissions future requires collaboration from all stakeholders. Debbie Shust, VP, Work Truck Business, Navistar More than 100 Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) dealer locations are ready to guide fleets through their electric vehicle (EV) journey. With more than 100 EV authorized dealers and many more in process, Navistar will have more than 30% of its dealer […]
100% True Non-Recourse Factoring for Small Trucking Companies
Financial service offers credit protection against the insolvency of freight brokers and shippers, covering even those non-payment scenarios typically not included in traditional factoring agreements 1st Commercial Credit, LLC announced the launch of its new affiliate, Nationwide Commercial Credit, Inc. This Texas-based firm is dedicated to enhancing the financial operations of the trucking industry through advanced […]
Penske Introduces Catalyst AI™ – Revolutionizing Fleet Management with Real-Time Fleet Comparisons
With 77% of transportation professionals relying on aggregated industry benchmarks to determine fleet performance, Catalyst AI™ addresses the need for real-time evaluation tools Penske Truck Leasing unveiled Catalyst AI™ – an industry first AI platform set to revolutionize fleet management that delivers real-time insight into fleet performance. Catalyst AI marks a pivotal shift away from traditional […]
Fuel Retailers Applaud EPA Action Allowing Summer Sales of E15
E15 helps lower fuel prices for consumers while enhancing the industry’s fuel options and improving the carbon intensity of those fuels NATSO, representing truck stops and travel plazas, and SIGMA: America’s Leading Fuel Marketers, commended the Biden Administration for permitting summertime sales of gasoline containing 15 percent ethanol (E15) to ensure optimal fuel availability for […]
Together for Safer Roads and the Trucking Association of New York Partner to Expand FOCUS on Fleet Safety Training
Empowering Fleets to Prioritize a Culture of Safety This week, during the annual Truck Safety & Education Symposium in Saratoga Springs, the Trucking Association of New York (TANY) and Together for Safer Roads (TSR) are thrilled to announce a partnership aimed at extending the FOCUS on Fleet Safety Training Program to TANY Members with an […]
Trucker Path Levels the Playing Field Between Large and Smaller Brokerages
New Trucker Path for Brokerages offering enables small to mid-size freight brokers to dispatch, track and manage their loads while growing and retaining robust carrier networks Trucker Path, a subsidiary of leading global SaaS provider Moatable, Inc. announced Trucker Path for Brokerages. The new offering will enable small to mid-size freight brokers to dispatch, track […]
Uber Freight Bolsters Executive Team with Industry Veterans Dan Annunziata and Hany Elkordy to Drive Market Expansion
Strong leadership bench blends supply chain, retail, and tech expertise to position Uber Freight for unprecedented logo acquisition in 2024 Uber Freight, the leading end-to-end enterprise suite powering intelligent logistics, announced the appointment of seasoned executives to key leadership positions, reinforcing its commitment to market growth and customer satisfaction. Joining the Uber Freight family Dan […]
Breakthrough’s Research Reveals Extreme Weather Is the Top Challenge for Transportation Professionals in 2024
Shippers and carriers are prioritizing climate change, sustainability and new partnerships while capacity is favorable, Breakthrough’s 2024 State of Transportation report finds Volatile weather is impacting transportation, according to the second annual State of Transportation report released by Breakthrough, a leading provider of sustainable fuel and freight solutions for shippers. The study unpacks how transportation leaders, […]
RADIANT LOGISTICS ACQUIRES STRATEGIC OPERATING PARTNER VIKING WORLDWIDE, INC.
Viking will continue to operate under the Service By Air brand and is expected to transition to the Radiant brand over the course of 2024 Radiant Logistics, Inc. (NYSE American: RLGT), a leading provider of technology-enabled global transportation and value added logistics solutions, has acquired the operations of Viking Worldwide, Inc. (“Viking”), a Minnesota based, privately held company with […]
FTR Reports Preliminary North American Class 8 Net Orders for March at 18,200 Units
Orders for the past 12 months have totaled 264,800 units FTR reported that Class 8 preliminary net orders for March came in at 18,200 units, down 34% from February and 4% below March 2023. Orders for the past 12 months have totaled 264,800 units. Like February’s activity, March orders are consistent with the recent demand […]
Spot Market Insights: Total Spot Rates Rise for the Fourth Straight Week
Data from Truckstop and FTR Transportation Intelligence for the week ended March 29 Total Spot Rates Rise for the Fourth Straight Week Data from Truckstop and FTR Transportation Intelligence for the week ended March 29 showed some modest firming of rates as the total market broker-posted rate rose by the most since mid-February. The increases […]
J.B. Hunt Driver Jodi Edwards Earns Driver of the Year Recognition From Women in Trucking
13 years after achieving her first million safe miles driven, she surpassed two million miles this year in January J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. (NASDAQ: JBHT), one of the largest supply chain solutions providers in North America, is proud to announce that Jodi Edwards, a 25-year career company driver, was recently named Driver of the […]
BrightDrive and SiMa.ai Announce Collaboration to Revolutionize Autonomous Driving Technology
Together, BrightDrive and SiMa.ai are poised to redefine the future of autonomous driving technology BrightDrive, a leader in autonomous driving technology, announced a strategic partnership with SiMa.ai, the software centric, embedded edge machine learning system-on-chip company, aimed at accelerating innovation in autonomous driving. This collaboration combines SiMa.ai’s cutting-edge MLSoC™ with BrightDrive’s advanced hardware platform to […]
ATrack Announces Newest GEO/LEO AI Telematics Box and In-Vehicle Solutions
Addressing connectivity challenges in remote environments. Leveraging satellite networks for uninterrupted connectivity, especially in rural or remote areas lacking cellular or fiber infrastructure ATrack Technology Inc., a pioneering force in the telematics industry, is set to unveil groundbreaking advancements in AI vision telematics solutions at Embedded World 2024. Showcasing the revolutionary AK750 AI telematics box, […]
Werner Enterprises Professional Drivers, Gina and Steve Jones, Honored With 2024 TA Citizen Driver Award
Steve and Gina joined Werner® in 2011 and 2012, respectively, and work as husband-and-wife team drivers with a combined 2.5 million accident-free miles Werner Enterprises, Inc. (Nasdaq: WERN), a premier transportation and logistics provider, is proud to announce two of its professional drivers, Gina and Steve Jones, have been awarded the prestigious 2024 TA Citizen […]
FTR Shippers Conditions Index Declines but Still Positive in January
The most significant changes from December conditions were less favorable freight rates and a slowdown in fuel cost decreases FTR’s January Shippers Conditions Index (SCI) fell 3 points in January to a reading of 3.4. While still positive, the SCI was the weakest it had been since September. The most significant changes from December conditions […]
OOIDA Criticizes EPA Overreach, Effective EV Truck Mandate
The Phase 3 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles Final Rule effectively mandates that 25% of new heavy trucks sold in the United States be all-electric by 2032 The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) announced its opposition to the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) latest assault on small business truck drivers, which represent 96% of […]
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $60 Million for Emergency Work in Wake of the Collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore
$60 Million in ‘Quick Release’ Emergency Relief funds are a down payment on Maryland’s initial costs for emergency repairs, design, and reconstruction of the bridge Within hours of receiving the request, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) today announced the immediate availability of $60 million in “quick release” Emergency Relief (ER) funds […]
The Mojave Truck Stop Announces Exclusive Biodiesel Partnership with Phillips 66
The Mojave Truck Stop will exclusively pump Phillips 66 biodiesel at its fueling stations, ensuring that customers have access to high-quality, renewable fuel The Mojave Truck Stop, in a landmark move towards sustainability, is pleased to announce it has entered an exclusive biodiesel partnership with Phillips 66. This collaboration underscores The Mojave Truck Stop’s commitment […]
Used Class 8 Truck Price Growth Expectations Pushed Further Out
ACT Research reports used Class 8 average retail sale price improved 4.4% m/m to $62,100 in February According to the latest State of the Industry: U.S. Classes 3-8 Used Trucks by ACT Research, the used Class 8 average retail sale price improved 4.4% m/m to $62,100 in February. “On a year-over-year basis, used retail prices […]
Greenlane Announces 280-mile Corridor of Commercial EV Charging Stations from Los Angeles to Las Vegas
Colton flagship site will include 60 charging stations for heavy-, medium- and light-duty zero-emissions vehicles (ZEVs) As the demand for efficient, reliable electric vehicle charging and hydrogen refueling infrastructure grows along the nation’s freight corridors, Greenlane today announced its first commercial EV charging corridor with more than 100 chargers, modern amenities designed to increase the comfort of […]
Netradyne Introduces GreenZone Score Enhancement to Boost Driver Advocacy and Safety
Earning DriverStars with Driver Streaks gamifies positive driving behavior keeping commercial drivers, non-commercial drivers, pedestrians, and more safer on the roads Netradyne, an industry-leading SaaS provider of artificial intelligence (AI), edge computing, and full-service telematics provider focused on safety and driver coaching for commercial fleets, announced the expanded rollout of new patented DriverStars called Driver […]
