Telematics & Fleet Tracking
Peloton Announces its Vision for the Trucking Industry
Drivers Lead and Technology Follows Peloton Technology Inc unveiled its vision for doubling the productivity of drivers through the development of its new Level 4 Automated Following solution. “We’ve taken a different approach to commercial introduction of automation in class 8 vehicles.” said Peloton Technology CEO, Josh Switkes. “We see the drivers as the world’s best sensors, […]
TRUX Paves the Way to A More Connected Construction Community
Dump truck logistics platform now available in North Carolina, Virginia, Washington D.C., Louisiana, New York, and Connecticut TRUX™ dump truck logistics platform, announced its largest expansion to date with recent launches across the Eastern United States. The most recent expansion includes the availability of the TRUX platform and marketplace in the following states: North Carolina, […]
Geotab achieves FedRAMP Ready status
Company’s telematics platform fulfils security requirements set forth by U.S. federal government Geotab’s telematics platform has achieved FedRAMP Ready status. Building on the company’s reputation as the chosen solution provider for all levels of government, the company’s award-winning telematics platform is now listed on the FedRAMP Marketplace official website. FedRAMP, the Federal Risk and Authorization […]
People
AASHTO Taps FHWA’s Hendrickson as its Deputy Director
Before joining FHWA, Hendrickson served as commissioner of the Indiana Department of Transportation The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials announced that Brandye Hendrickson, the Federal Highway Administration’s deputy administrator, is joining the organization as its new deputy director. Hendrickson, who was appointed to the FHWA deputy administrator position in July 2017, also […]
IFDA Announces the 2019 Class of the Truck Driver Hall of Fame
Industry’s top drivers celebrated for their outstanding records of service and safety The International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA) announced the 67 inductees for the 2019 class of the IFDA Truck Driver Hall of Fame. IFDA and its member companies have worked tirelessly to promote a culture of safety as foodservice distributors deliver food and supplies […]
Mix Telematics Appoints New Chief Financial Officer
Most recently, Mr. Granara held the position of CFO at Ameresco MiX Telematics fleet and mobile asset management solutions delivered as Software as a Service (“SaaS”), announces the appointment of Mr. John Granara as Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”) and Executive Vice President, effective July 8, 2019. Mr. Granara will succeed Mr. Paul Dell, who has filled […]
Autonomous
Luminar Drives Expansion Into Trucking and Automotive Market
$250 Million Raised for Luminar’s turnkey sensing and perception platform Luminar is entering the consumer automotive and commercial trucking markets with a sensing and perception platform called Iris, now backed by new major institutional and strategic investors. After three years of stealth development, the company also revealed its perception software built on its LiDAR sensing […]
Is Tesla’s Warning of a Battery Minerals Shortage Valid or Not?
These critical battery minerals include lithium, nickel, copper, and cobalt One of the world’s leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers, Tesla has issued a warning about a potential global shortage of battery minerals on the horizon. The question on many industry watchers mind is in what time frame? It seems the answer is a bit murky. […]
Intelligent Tire and Sensor Market to Reach $77.51B by 2024
Study reports market driven by autonomous and electric vehicles According to a new market intelligence report by BIS Research, titled ‘Global Intelligent Tire and Sensor Market – Analysis and Forecast, 2019-2024’, the global intelligent tire and sensor market is expected to reach $77.51 billion by 2024. The market is projected to witness compound annual growth rate of 7.44%, […]
Brakes, Suspensions, Chassis
CIMC Intermodal Equipment Featured ATA Product Provider
CIMC Intermodal Equipment is the world’s largest manufacturer of intermodal chassis trailers The American Trucking Associations announced it is renewing CIMC Intermodal Equipment, the world’s largest manufacturer of intermodal chassis trailers, as an ATA Business Solutions Featured Product. “Chassis are essential to the trucking industry and the movement of America’s goods. A few weeks ago, […]
Spartan Motors Secures Vehicle Assembly Contract With Grande West Transportation Group
Leading Class A Diesel Chassis Manufacturer and Contract Assembler Signs Exclusive U.S. Bus-Production Deal, Reducing Order Lead Time for Customers Spartan Specialty Chassis and Vehicles has entered into an exclusive U.S.-based assembly agreement with Grande West Transportation Group Inc. a Canadian bus manufacturer that designs, engineers, and manufactures purpose-built mid-size buses for transit authorities and […]
Link Introduces 105K Triton Tri-Drive Air Suspension
Suspension sets new industry standard for capacity, durability, roll stability, articulation and overall performance Link Mfg., Ltd has delivered the first set of its new Triton Tri-Drive Air Suspensions. The industry’s first ultra-high-capacity tri-drive air suspensions are engineered to be used in multi-axle configurations for heavy-haul and off-highway applications. Designed for traditional production line installation, Triton’s brawny […]
Fuel & Oil
Lion Electric School Bus Awarded by the California Energy Commission
Lion’s zero-emission school buses deployed through the Energy Commission’s School Bus Replacement Program The California Energy Commission officially awarded The Lion Electric Co. (Lion) Type A (without chair lift), Type C and Type D of the Bulk Purchase Pricing for Electric School Buses funding opportunity (GFO-18-604). Awarded school districts can purchase Lion’s zero-emission school buses […]
Love’s Travel Stops opens on Interstate 40 and Highway 63 in Arkansas
The location will add 111 truck parking spots Love’s Travel Stops travel stop network, is now serving customers in Hazen, Arkansas, thanks to a new travel stop that opened Thursday. The location adds 65 jobs to Prairie County and 111 truck, 97 car and three RV parking spots. “We’re excited to add another Love’s location […]
Volvo Group and Samsung enter alliance for electromobility
Strategic alliance to develop battery packs for Volvo Group’s electric trucks The alliance will cover joint development of battery packs specifically developed for Volvo Group’s truck applications. Samsung SDI intends to provide battery cells and modules to meet the demand for the Volvo Group’s electric trucks. The intention is that Volvo Group will utilize Samsung […]
Fleet Maintenance
Fleet Complete and Cummins Offer Remote Engine Diagnostics to Customers
The digital suite of monitoring, reporting, calibrating and servicing solutions are another way to keep customers Always On Fleet Complete is collaborating with Cummins Inc. The Cummins Connected Diagnostics application is a value-added monitoring solution to customers using the Fleet Complete IoT platform, who have Cummins engines in their vehicles. With the Cummins Connected Diagnostics […]
Continental Renames Long Haul Commercial Tire
New naming system spells out vehicle classification, axle, and application Continental, one of the largest automotive suppliers and tire manufacturers in the world, has renamed its long haul tire for improved clarity. The new nomenclature is descriptive and easy to use, ensuring that tire dealers and fleets are able to pinpoint the tire’s application and […]
Stertil-Koni Continues Support of NY-based Bailey’s Café with Additional $10,000 Donation
Stertil-Koni’s contributions have been invaluable to sustaining the Bailey’s thriving summer program Stertil-Koni, the leader in heavy duty bus lifts and truck lifts, has continued its support of Brooklyn, NY-based Bailey’s Café, a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization, with an additional $10,000 donation. The funds are targeted to provide a collaborative creative summer program for its […]
Recent News
Lightning Systems All-Electric Zero Emissions Medium-Duty Vehicles Selected for California
State agencies, local governments can meet climate change, sustainability goals by purchasing all-electric, zero emissions vehicles through the program Colorado-based Lightning Systems, a global developer of zero emissions drivetrains, all-electric powertrains for Ford and Chevrolet medium-duty trucks and buses are now offered on a California state contract. State agencies and city and county governments throughout […]
Renewable Energy Group Opens First Fueling Station
Station will provide cleaner fueling options to Illinois community Renewable Energy Group advanced biofuel producer, celebrated the grand opening of the company’s first diesel fueling station in Seneca, Illinois. Construction on the around-the-clock, fully-automated station began earlier this year. Diesel customers from trucking fleets to local diesel vehicle owners will be able to fill up […]
June Preliminary Trailer Orders Plummet to 5,500 Units
Orders fell to the lowest level since September 2009 FTR reports preliminary trailer orders for June at 5,500 units, down 53% month-over-month and 70% year-over-year. Orders fell to the lowest level since September 2009. Incoming dry van orders were weak and cancellations high, as fleets adjust orders previously placed according to their second-half needs. Refrigerated […]
Utilimaster Receives 2,237-Unit Walk-In-Van Order
Order From Largest Online E-Commerce And Fulfillment Company Spartan Fleet Vehicles and Services which goes to market under the Utilimaster®, Spartan Upfit Services, and Strobes-R-Us™ go-to-market brands, today announced it has been awarded a 2,237-unit walk-in-van order from North America’s leading online e-commerce and fulfillment company. The order further expands the customer relationship and increases Spartan’s share of […]
U.S. DOT Permanently Bans Commercial Drivers Convicted of Human Trafficking
Advisory Committee on Human Trafficking Releases Final Report The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced a final rule that permanently bans drivers convicted of human trafficking from operating a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) for which a commercial driver’s license or a commercial learner’s permit is required. “This is an […]
HUBJECT AND IOTECHA PARTNER TO JUMPSTART SMART EV CHARGING SYSTEMS
Highest priority is supporting EV adoption Hubject, who simplifies electric vehicle charging with eRoaming and innovative infrastructure technology and processes, today announced its partnership with IoTecha, a company specializing in providing software and hardware solutions to support EV charging infrastructure. Together, the two companies will simplify the implementation and deployment of Plug&Charge and Smart Charging […]
Drivosity powers “Better Delivery” with driver tracking tools for Papa John’s
Drivosity’s technology to improve delivery times and increase driver safety In response to increased customer demand for faster delivery times and live data on food delivery drivers, Drivosity has installed their GPS live tracking and safety solution in over 1000 Papa John’s restaurants nationwide. Drivosity enables users to pin-point a vehicle’s location using GPS technology […]
Transplace Providing Real-Time Visibility in its Transportation Managed Services and TMS
Solution delivers consistent and reliable real-time shipment tracking Transplace transportation management services and logistics technology solutions will provide real-time visibility as a standard feature, without any extra transaction or integration fee, for all of its managed transportation services and Transportation Management System (TMS) customers. By including best-in-class, real-time visibility as a customary capability for its […]
Preliminary Used Class 8 Volumes Fell M/M, Y/Y and YTD for Third Consecutive Month
Used Class 8 volumes fell 8% month-over-month Preliminary used Class 8 volumes (same dealer sales) fell 8% month-over-month in June, the third consecutive sequential drop, according to the latest preliminary release of the State of the Industry: U.S. Classes 3-8 Used Trucks published by ACT Research. Additionally, the report indicated that longer-term comparisons yielded a […]
Trucking Conditions Index Weakens in May
The outlook for the rest of 2019 generally is for stability close to neutral conditions FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index fell back nearly two points in May to a new reading of -2.3. The TCI has been in negative territory since March and reflects a general weakness in conditions affecting carriers. The outlook is for relative […]
RoadSync Integrates QuickBooks to Streamline Payment Transactions
Companies using RoadSync can save time with automated transactions RoadSync digital payments platform for the logistics industry, has integrated with leading accounting software QuickBooks. RoadSync customers can now sync transaction information with QuickBooks to seamlessly manage billing and accounting data. QuickBooks is a staple for many companies in the logistics industry. Integrating RoadSync’s digital […]
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. Reports Earnings for the Second Quarter 2019
Second Quarter 2019 Revenue: $2.26 billion; up 6% J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc., (NASDAQ: JBHT) announced second quarter 2019 net earnings of $133.6 million, or diluted earnings per share of $1.23 vs. second quarter 2018 net earnings of $151.7 million, or $1.37 per diluted share. Total operating revenue for the current quarter was $2.26 billion, […]
Comdata to Acquire Payroll Card Provider SOLE Financial
Acquisition extends and accelerates expansion of Fintwist payroll card and digital payment solution Comdata, a FLEETCOR company highlighted its recent acquisition of SOLE® Financial, a payroll card provider enabling instant, affordable wage access for workers. The acquisition will extend Comdata’s industry leadership in payments by expanding the addressable market for its new Fintwist digital payment solution. […]
Ryder Recognized as Top Green Supply Chain Partner for Continued Commitment to Sustainability
Ryder plans to help pave the way for the adoption of commercial electric vehicles (EV) in the U.S. Ryder System, Inc. has been named as a Green Supply Chain Partner in the annual Inbound Logistics “G75” special section, which recognizes the 75 leading companies that demonstrate a deep commitment to efficiency and sustainability. This marks the eleventh […]
Electrify America Petitions for First-Ever Emoji in Support of Electric Vehicles
Proposal to Unicode Consortium introduces an emoji representing the future of transportation As modern-day communication evolves, emojis continue to grow in popularity, with 230 new characters being added to major platforms in 20191. As such, it’s important that they be representative of today’s world, which increasingly includes electric vehicles (EVs) and the stations that charge […]
MDI Selects Trimble SmartDelivery to Enhance Final Mile Distribution
Implementation of New Technology to Extend MDI’s Use of Trimble Products Merchants Distributors (MDI) will implement the Trimble SmartDelivery™ solution, which combines electronic proof of delivery (ePOD), routing and fleet mobility technology to provide cost-effective delivery services. MDI is a privately-owned wholesale grocery store distributor headquartered in Hickory, N.C., serving over 600 retail food stores across […]
Truckload Rates Heat Up in June as Spot Market Volumes Beat 2018 Levels
Roadcheck inspections, close of Q2 helped increase demand for spot truckload capacity Spot market rates for dry van and refrigerated (“reefer”) shipments in June were the highest since January, according to DAT Solutions, which operates the largest truckload freight marketplace in North America. The uptick in pricing came as truckload capacity was more constrained in […]
project44 to Celebrate Truckers at the 40th Annual Walcott Truckers Jamboree
The event welcomes more than 42,000 attendees at the Iowa 80 Truckstop project44, the global leader in advanced visibility for shippers and logistics service providers, will celebrate the trucking community at the 40th Annual Walcott Truckers Jamboree. The event, welcoming more than 42,000 attendees at the Iowa 80 Truckstop, is hosted each year in appreciation of […]
Fort Worth’s zero-emission service with buses from New Flyer
The Dash is a zero-emission service connecting Downtown Fort Worth with its Cultural District New Flyer of America Inc. (New Flyer), a subsidiary of NFI Group Inc. (NFI), one of the world’s largest independent global bus manufacturers, today announced that the Fort Worth Transportation Authority (“Trinity Metro”) has awarded New Flyer a contract for four heavy-duty, thirty-five-foot […]
Virginia’s VITA Signs Fleet Tracking SaaS Contract With CalAmp
Virginia Department of Transportation to leverage SaaS technology to manage fleet of 12,000 CalAmp secured a statewide contract with the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Virginia Information Technologies Agency (VITA). The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) signed a 10-year contract to leverage CalAmp’s iOn™ fleet software as a service (SaaS) technology to manage fleet vehicles and snowplow assets, encompassing approximately 12,000 […]
Current Class 8 Market Activity Rapidly Approaching Precipice
Everyone should be preparing for a rapid downward correction in production levels According to ACT Research’s (ACT) latest release of the North American Commercial Vehicle OUTLOOK, current Class 8 build rates may suggest upside to the 2019 forecast, but large new inventories and deteriorating freight and rate conditions suggest erring on the side of caution […]
Lytx Selected to Participate in the Qualcomm Smart Cities Accelerator Program
Smart Cities Accelerator Program connects companies who have proven their expertise and foresight in deploying Qualcomm technology-based solutions Lytx®, provider of video telematics, analytics, productivity and safety solutions for commercial and public sector fleets, today announced the company has been accepted to participate in the Qualcomm® Smart Cities Accelerator Program. Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm […]
Ryder Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend
Company Pays Dividend for 172nd Consecutive Quarter The Board of Directors of Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in commercial fleet management, dedicated transportation, and supply chain solutions, today declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.56 per share of common stock, to be paid on September 20, 2019, to shareholders of record on August 19, 2019. This dividend reflects an increase […]
Loadsmart and Oracle Collaborate to Digitize Logistics
Relationship offering shippers real-time truckload rates within their Oracle Transportation Management Cloud routing guide Loadsmart, a Gold level member of Oracle PartnerNetwork is collaborating to provide Oracle Logistics Cloud customers instantly bookable truckload rates and guaranteed capacity from the Loadsmart network of qualified carriers directly in Oracle Transportation Management (OTM) Cloud. Fortune 500 customers such as Kraft-Heinz […]
Spot Rates Start July With a Bang
Rates rose on higher volumes in California’s four major reefer markets National average spot van and refrigerated freight rates shot higher last week as shippers looked for carriers to move freight during a holiday-shortened week, said DAT Solutions, which operates the industry’s largest network of load boards. Load-posting volume on the DAT network fell 45% […]
Revolution Trucking Looks to Disrupt the Truckload Industry
RT noticed that the over-sized and over-weight segment of the truckload industry is significantly underserved James Adams, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, announces the formation of Revolution Trucking, a limited liability company based in Seville, Ohio. Revolution provides asset-based and brokered truckload solutions with a focus on dry van, flat bed, and power-only moves in […]
Business Owners Combating Distracted Driving with Telematics Technology
Nationwide expanding telematics solutions for fleet operations with Cambridge Mobile Telematics Business owners who put quite a bit of trust in the hands of their fleet drivers to deliver on time and protect their vehicles hope something else isn’t consuming driver attention – distracted driving. The National Highway Safety Administration reports that over 3,000 people […]
QuikQ Announces Investments by Love’s Travel Stops and TravelCenters of America
QuikQ offers trucking companies another choice QuikQ an independent full-service fuel payment solutions provider founded in 2008, announced strategic investments by truck stop and truck maintenance industry leaders Love’s Travel Stops (Love’s) and TravelCenters of America LLC (Nasdaq: TA) (TA). With the financial backing of Love’s and TA, QuikQ is strategically poised for continued growth and expansion in the fuel payments […]
VA’s First Autonomous Public Shuttle
Virginia’s first public autonomous shuttle service pilot on open, public roads now live and serving the community Perrone Robotics in partnership with Albemarle County and JAUNT, Inc., announced that the pilot phase of Virginia’s first public autonomous shuttle service commenced operation in Crozet, Virginia. The shuttle service called AVNU (Autonomous Vehicle, Neighborhood Use), is driven by Perrone Robotics’ TONY (TO […]
Navigating the Winding Road Toward Driverless Mobility
And Why Your First Autonomous Ride will Likely be in a Robotaxi The following is an opinion editorial by Professor Amnon Shashua of Intel Corporation. As we all watch automakers and autonomous tech companies team up in various alliances, it’s natural to wonder about their significance and what the future will bring. Are we realizing […]
National Transportation Safety Board Issues New School Bus Safety Recommendations
Fire Suppression Systems Now Recommended as Standard Safety Equipment On All New and In-Service School Busses in The U.S. USSC Group a manufacturer of safety, survivability and technology products for the mass transit, school bus, military, and first responder markets, commends the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) on their recent recommendation that all new and […]
C.R. England Selects SmartDrive Video-based Safety Program
The SmartDrive program reinforces C.R. England’s safety policy and top-down safety culture SmartDrive Systems, a leader in video-based safety and transportation intelligence, today announced C.R. England, one of the largest refrigerated carriers in the United States, is deploying the SmartDrive® video-based safety program across its entire fleet following a competitive review and head-to-head pilot program. C.R. England selected […]
UTI Engages Transportation Industry Employers in Developing Their Talent Pipelines
Early Employment initiative is a hybrid of post-secondary technical education and on-the-job skills training Universal Technical Institute (UTI) has launched a first-of-its-kind initiative that engages transportation industry employers in developing their talent pipelines and gives students an inside track on rewarding long-term careers. UTI’s Early Employment initiative marries proven post-secondary skills education with on-the-job, apprenticeship-type […]
Nominations Open for Pilot Flying J’s Annual Road Warrior Contest
Celebrate professional drivers with a chance to win up to $10,000 Pilot Flying J’s annual Road Warrior program returns and is accepting nominations to recognize professional drivers in the U.S. who demonstrate superior efforts in the trucking industry. Anyone can nominate a professional driver at RoadWarrior.PilotFlyingJ.com from July 8-21, 2019, for the chance to be named the 2019 […]
NAFA Seeks Subject Matter Experts for DOT and Maintenance Management Instruction Guides
Educational Resource and Associated Study Guides for a DOT module NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA), the vehicle fleet industry’s largest membership association, seeks Subject Matter Experts (SME) to develop educational Resource and Associated Study Guides for a Department of Transportation module and Maintenance Management module of its CAFM® certification program. The DOT content should include […]
