Telematics & Fleet Tracking
RXO Expands Carrier Rewards Program to Include Services from Simplex Group
Simplex Group is a leading provider of DOT safety compliance, permitting and taxes, commercial trucking insurance and ELD services RXO announced a partnership with Simplex Group, a leader in compliance, permitting and tax reporting for the trucking industry, to provide essential services to carriers. Simplex services will be housed in the RXO Extra™ marketplace, a […]
Toyota, Daimler deal to advance autonomous truck technologies in Japan
Varshini Shetty, Automotive Analyst at GlobalData, offers her view “To accelerate the development and manufacture of CASE (Connected / Autonomous & Automated / Shared / Electric) technology and hydrogen vehicles, many businesses are forming alliances with other automakers, start-ups, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Aligning with this trend is the deal between Toyota subsidiary Hino […]
PERRONE ROBOTICS UNVEILS GROUNDBREAKING FUSION OF GPT AI AND MAX ROBOTICS OPERATING SYSTEM FOR AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES
Revolutionary New GPT AI Integration Produces Unprecedented Acceleration of Verifiable Autonomous Vehicle (AV) Maneuvers and Behaviors Perrone Robotics, Inc. autonomous vehicle (AV) kit and turnkey AV solutions provider, is proud to announce a major breakthrough in the field of autonomous mobility with the integration of General Pre-trained Transformer (GPT) AI technology into its General Purpose […]
People
Women In Trucking Association Announces its June 2023 Member of the Month
“In my 4 million miles of driving in transportation, I came away with a few things,” said Klang. “Do the right thing when no one is watching…” The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) has announced Stephanie Klang as its June 2023 Member of the Month. As a professional driver for 38 years with 4 million […]
“Your Roads, Their Freedom” empowers drivers, other transportation workers to combat human trafficking
New campaign reaches truck and motorcoach drivers at rest areas, travel centers, bus stations, and other places where human trafficking may occur The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) recently launched its new human trafficking awareness campaign — “Your Roads, Their Freedom.” The campaign seeks to give the nation’s 8.7 million […]
Aurora Autonomous Set to Join the Russell 3000® Index
The Russell indexes are widely used by investment managers and institutional investors for index funds and as benchmarks for active investment strategies Aurora Innovation, Inc. (NASDAQ: AUR) announced that as part of the annual reconstitution of the Russell stock indexes, Aurora is expected to be included in the Russell 3000® Index effective after the U.S. […]
Autonomous
Toyota, Daimler deal to advance autonomous truck technologies in Japan
Varshini Shetty, Automotive Analyst at GlobalData, offers her view “To accelerate the development and manufacture of CASE (Connected / Autonomous & Automated / Shared / Electric) technology and hydrogen vehicles, many businesses are forming alliances with other automakers, start-ups, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Aligning with this trend is the deal between Toyota subsidiary Hino […]
PERRONE ROBOTICS UNVEILS GROUNDBREAKING FUSION OF GPT AI AND MAX ROBOTICS OPERATING SYSTEM FOR AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES
Revolutionary New GPT AI Integration Produces Unprecedented Acceleration of Verifiable Autonomous Vehicle (AV) Maneuvers and Behaviors Perrone Robotics, Inc. autonomous vehicle (AV) kit and turnkey AV solutions provider, is proud to announce a major breakthrough in the field of autonomous mobility with the integration of General Pre-trained Transformer (GPT) AI technology into its General Purpose […]
Aurora Autonomous Set to Join the Russell 3000® Index
The Russell indexes are widely used by investment managers and institutional investors for index funds and as benchmarks for active investment strategies Aurora Innovation, Inc. (NASDAQ: AUR) announced that as part of the annual reconstitution of the Russell stock indexes, Aurora is expected to be included in the Russell 3000® Index effective after the U.S. […]
Brakes, Suspensions, Chassis
Navistar Launches New Technician Skills Competition
During the competition, the service technicians display their skills, knowledge, and professionalism as they safely and efficiently diagnosed and repaired different systems in mobile or stationary equipment In an effort to recognize technician excellence, Navistar has launched its inaugural Top Team technician skills competition. International Truck and IC Bus Master Certified and Diamond Certified technicians […]
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $749 Million to Repair Roads and Bridges Damaged by Natural Disasters and Catastrophic Events
Funds help states address ongoing impacts of climate change and severe weather As part of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s coordinated approach to helping states repair and rebuild roads and bridges that have been damaged by catastrophic events, including increasingly frequent extreme weather events, the Biden-Harris Administration announced that it will provide $749 million in […]
UVeye Series D Funding Round Tops $100 Million for Major Expansion in U.S.
Hanaco VC, General Motors, CarMax, W.R. Berkley Corporation and F.I.T. Ventures L.P. among UVeye’s Series D funding-round investors UVeye, a pioneer in the development of automated vehicle-inspection systems for the auto industry, has secured $100 million in additional funding to support major new sales and manufacturing initiatives in North America. Existing investors who also participated […]
Fuel & Oil
Eight Truck Driver Scams to Avoid in 2023
Truckstop’s Fraud Prevention Friday discusses eight truck driver scams to avoid in 2023 Fraud in the freight industry is seeing a massive influx and becoming a real problem for carriers, brokers, and shippers. It’s costing the U.S. shipping market millions annually and causing concern for ways to securely do business. “To avoid falling victim to fraudulent behaviors, […]
Freedom Fuel Card Saves Fleet & Trucking Owner-Operators Thousands on Fuel Costs
New fuel card provider offers commercial drivers the freedom to fuel up at 10,000+ locations across the U.S., covering 100% of fuel purchases Freedom Fuel Card, a newly launched fuel card program available for trucking owner-operators and fleets, can save drivers thousands of dollars in diesel costs per year. Unlike other fuel card providers, Freedom […]
The Mack® MD Electric Model is Now Eligible for the California HVIP Program
HVIP can help accelerate the commercialization of zero-emission trucks by offering point-of-sale vouchers to increase the affordability of advanced technologies Mack Trucks announced that the recently introduced Mack® MD Electric model is approved to be a part of California’s Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP). HVIP can help accelerate the commercialization […]
Fleet Maintenance
Freedom Fuel Card Saves Fleet & Trucking Owner-Operators Thousands on Fuel Costs
New fuel card provider offers commercial drivers the freedom to fuel up at 10,000+ locations across the U.S., covering 100% of fuel purchases Freedom Fuel Card, a newly launched fuel card program available for trucking owner-operators and fleets, can save drivers thousands of dollars in diesel costs per year. Unlike other fuel card providers, Freedom […]
Malaysia’s Largest Waste Management Provider Selects Allison 3000 SeriesTM to Improve Efficiency of Refuse Vehicles
SWM, which manages approximately 40% of Malaysia’s waste collection and disposal services, is upgrading its fleet with 250 HINO 500 Series refuse trucks Allison Transmission, a leading designer and manufacturer of conventional and electrified vehicle propulsion solutions and the largest global manufacturer of medium- and heavy-duty fully automatic transmissions for commercial and defense vehicles, announced […]
Used Class 8 Truck Retail Sales Pulled Back 23% in April, Suggesting Softening Demand
ACT Research reports used Class 8 retail volumes (same dealer sales) declined 23% m/m in April According to the latest State of the Industry: U.S. Classes 3-8 Used Trucks, published by ACT Research, used Class 8 retail volumes (same dealer sales) declined 23% m/m in April. Average mileage declined by 1%, with average price down […]
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 […]
The Transport Decarbonization Alliance launches a new guide for tackling the growing problem of freight emissions
Experts share practical guidance, lessons and success stories on Zero Emission Zones implementation from around the world The Transport Decarbonisation Alliance (TDA) released an updated How-To Guide on Zero Emission Zones to unlock urban freight solutions globally. Trucks are less than 4% of vehicles on the road, yet they contribute over a quarter of road […]
Noodoe Unveils Next-Generation Electric Fleet Management to Supercharge Electrification Efforts
Noodoe’s Electric Fleet Management Solution makes transitioning to electrified fleets effortless, offering streamlined integration and simplified management for company fleets worldwide As companies grapple with the complexities of electrifying their gas-powered fleets, Noodoe, world leading electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions provider, today announced its supercharged Electric Fleet Management Solution, ushering in a new generation of […]
Foothill Transit Orders 19 ENC Zero-Emission Axess EVO-FC Hydrogen Fuel Cell Buses
The new Axess EVO-FC buses will contribute to Foothill’s ongoing commitment to operating a 100% zero-emissions bus fleet ElDorado National (California) or ENC, a subsidiary of REV Group, Inc., and an industry leader in heavy-duty transit buses and emission-free technology, secured an order for 19 Axess EVO-FC hydrogen fuel cell buses from California public transit […]
Why bus and coach manufactures should switch to composite profiles
John Mertic, at bus and coach composite profile manufacturer Exel Composites, discusses the key benefits of using composite profiles in bus and coach manufacturing compared to aluminum profiles Many bus and coach manufacturers favor using traditional materials like extruded aluminum profiles rather than composites because of the lower upfront cost and because it’s what they […]
Estes Express Lines Celebrates Completion of its New Banning, California Terminal
The new terminal expands Estes’ growth on the West Coast Estes Express Lines, the largest, privately owned freight carrier in North America, celebrated the opening of its new, state-of-the-art terminal in Banning, California. The new terminal expands Estes’ growth on the West Coast. Some key aspects of the new terminal include:
Teamsters Halt Waymo in San Francisco
A zoning appeal victory for the Teamsters Union has effectively stopped the expansion of autonomous (AV) carmaker Waymo A zoning appeal victory for the Teamsters Union has effectively stopped the expansion of autonomous (AV) carmaker Waymo following a unanimous vote by the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. The board agreed with the union’s claim that […]
MileMaker, Powered by Rand McNally, Launches New Mileage and Routing Web App
The new MileMaker Web App is now available for logistics and transportation companies across North America MileMaker, the commercial transportation industry standard for mileage and rating, announced an expansion in their product portfolio with the addition of the MileMaker Web App. Offering flexibility, efficiency, and ease of use, the cloud-based application is accessible from any device […]
PGT Trucking, Nikola and Nucor Partner to Launch Clean Energy Supply Chain Initiative
A study by the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE), if 50% of the heavy-duty regional haul tractors were replaced with battery-electric trucks, the industry could save an estimated 29.4 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent annually PGT Trucking, Inc., a leader in flatbed transportation, delivered its inaugural shipment of low-greenhouse-gas steel via […]
Applied Intuition, Inc. to Acquire Embark Technology, Inc. to Enhance Its Products for Autonomous Vehicle Development
Founded in 2016, Embark has built a robust autonomous software stack that uses machine learning methodologies for perception while relying on a safety-redundant compute system Applied Intuition, Inc., a tooling and software provider for autonomous vehicle development, and Embark Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: EMBK), an autonomous trucking software company have entered into a definitive merger agreement. […]
Morgan Canada Shares Innovative Truck Body Solutions Designed to Help Businesses Deliver
Morgan Truck Body is designing innovative bodies that are compatible with fully electric powertrains and refrigerated units Morgan Canada Corporation, together the largest manufacturer of light- and medium-duty freight and refrigerated van and truck bodies in North America, shares the latest innovations and strategies to address the growing need for middle- and last-mile package, dry […]
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden say electricity cheaper than diesel for heavy goods vehicles
The Chalmers researchers now hope that their results will accelerate the transition from diesel to electricity in heavy goods vehicle transport In the past, it was considered unprofitable to electrify heavy goods vehicles that transport cargo over long distances. But now researchers at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden have shown that it can be […]
For-Hire Trucking Index Shows Continued Declines in April
ACT Research reports freight volumes, rates, and capacity continued their decline in April Freight volumes, rates, and capacity continued their decline in April, according to the latest release of ACT’s For-Hire Trucking Index. The Trucking Volume Index weakened further in April, at 37.6 versus 44.6 in March. Destocking contributed to the softness, although the 24% […]
Loblaw Companies Limited Places Deposit to Purchase Five Kenworth T680 Hydrogen Fuel Cell Trucks
Reducing carbon emissions is an important action Loblaw Companies Limited is taking as it works to fight climate change, Wayne Scott, senior director of transportation maintenance Loblaw Companies Limited intends to purchase five recently introduced Class 8 zero emissions T680 hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV), powered by Toyota fuel cell technology. Kenworth first announced […]
ATA Applauds Advancement of 5 Bills to Support the Trucking Industry
Bipartisan bills that advanced would address some of the root causes of ongoing supply chain challenges and improve the overall safety, efficiency and resiliency of freight transportation The American Trucking Associations applauded the approval of five bills by the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee will support the trucking industry and strengthen the supply chain. “The […]
Convoy Joins Volvo Autonomous Solutions Reservation Program
Under the hub-to-hub model, autonomous trucks will operate on highways, providing continuous service between transfer hubs throughout the day and night Convoy, digital freight network, is collaborating with Volvo Autonomous Solutions (V.A.S.), in autonomous transport solutions, securing autonomous freight capacity for customers once it becomes available on select routes in Texas. Through this partnership, Convoy […]
Wallenius Wilhelmsen debuts latest investment to reduce emissions of its operations
Einride’s turnkey solution enabled a quick transition and ramp up the use of the electric trucks in Savannah Wallenius Wilhelmsen has partnered with Einride, a freight mobility company, that will provide electric and digital technology to develop a sustainable mobility solution for Keen Transport’s fleet. Einride will deploy an initial fleet of three Class eight […]
Partnership With WeatherOptics Brings Actionable Insights to CLI Customers
Carrier Logistics Inc. is enabling customers to improve efficiency by proactively addressing potential weather-related delays Carrier Logistics Inc. (CLI), freight management software for Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) fleets, announced a partnership with WeatherOptics, a leading weather intelligence platform that translates weather data into actionable insights for transportation companies. “With the information provided by WeatherOptics, our customers will […]
New survey finds less than a quarter of US public aware of tire pollution issue
78% did not know that electric vehicles wear down tires faster than conventional combustion cars, a fact which will lead to increased pollution as EV uptake increases A first-of-its-kind study by British-based tire manufacturer ENSO has revealed the acute lack of public awareness surrounding the tire pollution crisis. The company has introduced a more durable, […]
Karamba Security Announces Production Agreement to Secure One Million Trucks
Once embedded in the trucks, XGuard software conducts continuous runtime integrity checks to detect intrusion attempts, prevent them and report to the OEM’s security operations center Karamba Security, vehicle product security, today announced the signing of a production agreement for its XGuard Host Intrusion Detection and Prevention software to secure one million trucks. After a […]
Waymo and Uber Partner to Bring Waymo’s Autonomous Driving Technology to the Uber Platform
Uber users will be able to experience the safety and delight of the Waymo Driver on both the Uber and Uber Eats apps Waymo and Uber Technologies Inc. announced a new, multi-year strategic partnership to make the Waymo Driver available to more people via the Uber platform starting in Phoenix. Since both companies were founded in 2009, Waymo and Uber have in their […]
ATA Truck Tonnage Index Decreased 1.7% in April
Index 3.4% Below April 2022 American Trucking Associations’ advanced seasonally adjusted (SA) For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index fell 1.7% in April after decreasing 2.8% in March. In April, the index equaled 112.7 (2015=100) compared with 114.7 in March. “While the broader economy continues to surprise and thus far stave off an expected recession, the freight economy is […]
AlphaStruxure Announces Nation’s Largest Renewable Energy Powered Transit Depot and First East Coast On-Site Green Hydrogen Production
This project will become the largest self-sustaining bus depot in the nation, powered by renewable energy and an Energy as a Service microgrid AlphaStruxure, Energy as a Service (EaaS) microgrid solutions, and Montgomery County, Maryland (County), announced an integrated microgrid infrastructure project, featuring electric bus charging and on-site green hydrogen production powered by solar and […]
Together for Safer Roads international NGO building partnerships to improve fleet trucking safety, expands its Truck of the Future program to Mexico City
By utilizing AI technology, connected cameras and video telematics, drivers gain 360-degree visibility around the vehicle and are provided with real-time feedback In conjunction with UN Global Road Safety Week, Together for Safer Roads (TSR), the leading international NGO focused on building cross-sector partnerships to improve fleet trucking safety, announces the expansion of its innovative […]
CLC Launches Truck Parking App Filters for Summer Travel
Amidst the height of summer travel, carriers, fleets, and truck drivers are wasting about an hour every day trying to find and secure a hotel with parking suitable to their needs Carriers, fleets and truck drivers, this statistic probably isn’t surprising to you: as of March 2023, there was only one parking spot available for every […]
Samsara Integrates with E.J. Ward, Inc. to Streamline Fuel Management for Private and Public Sector Fleets
View real-time insights from Samsara alongside fuel management data in E.J. Ward’s Fuel Interface to better monitor fuel usage, reduce costs, and improve operational efficiency Samsara Inc. Connected Operations™ Cloud, has integrated with Simply Fuel Solutions, an E.J. Ward Company. Customers can now view real-time insights from Samsara alongside the rest of their fuel management […]
Trillium Energy Solutions to fuel Werner Enterprises field trials for new Cummins 15-liter natural gas engine
Exclusive RNG fueling supplier for Werner during field trials Trillium Energy Solutions, a member of the Love’s Family of Companies, will supply Werner Enterprises with renewable natural gas (RNG) to fuel the 15-liter Cummins natural gas engine as part of field trials of the new Cummins X15N engine in North America. As the exclusive RNG […]
Volvo receives record order for up to 1,000 electric trucks
Holcim is a global provider of building solutions, with headquarters in Switzerland Volvo Trucks has signed a letter of intent to sell 1,000 electric trucks between now and 2030 to Holcim, one of the world’s largest building solution providers. The deal is the largest commercial order to date for Volvo electric trucks, and the first 130 trucks will be delivered in […]
Overhaul named a Challenger in the 2023 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Real-Time Transportation Visibility Platform
“The Real-Time Transportation Visibility Platform market continues to be a competitive segment” Overhaul, a software-based, supply-chain visibility, risk, compliance, and insurance solution for the world’s leading brands, announced today it has been positioned by Gartner® once again as a Challenger in the 2023 Magic Quadrant for Real-Time Transportation Visibility Platforms (RTTVP). This is Overhaul’s second […]
PGT Trucking’s Million Mile & Safe Driver Celebration Recognizes More than 160 Elite Drivers
These Proud Professional Drivers set the standard for excellence at PGT Trucking and throughout the industry PGT Trucking, Inc., a leader in the transportation industry, recognized 50 Million Mile Drivers, 100 Safe Drivers and 25 Premier Professionals at their annual awards event held at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on May 20, 2023. These Proud Professional Drivers set […]
A Weak Rate Environment Pulls FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index Down Further
Lower fuel costs and slightly stronger utilization partially offset a more negative rate environment as spot rates continued to deteriorate FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index for March reflected persistent unfavorable conditions for carriers with a decrease to a reading of -5.83 for the month from -5.17 in February. Lower fuel costs and slightly stronger utilization partially […]
Annual Driving Insights Report Reveals Crucial Safety Trends for Fleets
With Roads Busier Than Ever, Lytx Publishes 2023 “State of the Data” Report to Help Fleets Improve Driver and Road Safety, Save Costs, and Increase Operational Efficiency Lytx® Inc., video safety and video telematics, released its fifth annual “State of the Data” report for trucks and vehicle fleets. Leveraging the Lytx Driver Safety Program and […]
Sysco Unveils First Electric Vehicle Hub
Riverside, CA Site Infrastructure Will Power 40 Electric Tractors, 40 Electric Refrigerated Trailers, and will be Supported by 4MWh Battery Storage and 1.5MW Solar Power Generation Sysco Corporation, the world’s largest food distributor, unveiled its vision for the Riverside Electric Vehicle Hub, which will transform the company’s distribution center into the focal point of its electrified […]
US Freight Cycle Near Bottom as Capacity Begins to Tighten
ACT Research reports “With produce season arriving late this year and the freight market likely passing the peak of the destock, freight demand is near the bottom,” The freight cycle remains clearly weak, according to the latest release of the ACT Freight Forecast, U.S. Rate and Volume OUTLOOK report, but there are rays of light […]
Kenworth Chillicothe Plant Delivers Milestone 750,000th Truck to Heartland Express
Keys Given to Kenworth T680 Signature Edition Anniversary Truck A Kenworth T680 Signature Edition with a 76-inch high roof sleeper was delivered yesterday to Heartland Express during a special ceremony at Kenworth’s Chillicothe plant. The truck represented the 750,000th truck produced by the plant, which opened in 1974. On hand for the ceremony was Heartland […]
ATA Now Accepting Nominations for Mike Russell Trucking Industry Image Award
The Mike Russell Trucking Industry Image Award, celebrates companies, organizations, and individuals who creatively generate awareness of the trucking industry The American Trucking Associations announced it is now accepting nominations to recognize the most passionate representatives of the trucking industry’s image with the 2023 Mike Russell Trucking Industry Image Award. “By sharing our story, the […]
