Photo gallery: Expo Transporte 2017
Efficiency. Driver comfort. Electrification. All of the bullet points that punctuate U.S. truck trade shows also permeate Expo Transporte—the largest trade show in Latin America. A show of this size and caliber would be most closely likened to the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS). The Fleet Equipment team hit the show floor to check out the
Minimizer releases new floor mats for International trucks
Minimizer is releasing new Custom Molded Floor Mat kits designed to fit eight different International trucks, including the 5900i, 9200i, 9400i, and 9900i models. “Our Custom Molded Floor Mats are designed to be a perfect fit, which can be tough logistically, but I’m proud to say our R&D team has pulled it off,” Minimizer Chief
Minimizer releases new floor mats for Western Star trucks
Minimizer has released five new Custom Molded Floor Mat kits for 2016-2018 Western Star trucks. “The differences between cabs can be so small, such as whether the truck has a driver side electrical tray,” said Craig Kruckeberg, chief executive officer and chief visionary for Minimizer. “We have to take every little thing into account. Otherwise,
How artificial intelligence can help reduce truck maintenance and repair costs
It’s easy to think that the transportation fleet industry is advancing at light-speed, especially when you consider how much technological advancement has disrupted the way fleets operate today compared to just five or ten years ago.
Baron launches new API website for fleet operations
Baron has launched the new “Baron Weather API for Fleet” website, now optimized for development.
Capital Partners invests in Minimizer
Capital Partners announced that it is investing in Minimizer, a truck parts and accessories manufacturer. According to the companies, the investment will fast-track Minimizer’s growth strategy, with the goal to expand product lines and support the rapid growth of the company, including investing in people, equipment and the development of additional capabilities. “We are very excited
Optronics adds Opti-Brite LED Headlamp light
Optronics International added a new five-by-seven-in., combination high- and low-beam headlamp to its Opti-Brite LED Headlamp line. Among the features of the Opti-Brite Headlamp series, including the new HLL70HLB headlamp, are a unique retroflective LED light beam technology that enables them to project an optimized beam pattern; Opti-Brite’s LED conspicuity array; and rear-oriented LEDs. Behind
HELP Inc. launches PrePass ELD application
HELP Inc. announces the launch of the PrePass ELD application, which HELP Inc. says can help fleets comply with the upcoming federally mandated electronic logging device (ELD) requirement for recording truck driver work time. The cost of the PrePass ELD app is $14.99 per month per license and is reduced to $12.99 per month when
Minimizer introduces Fast Flap Mounting Bracket for use on trucks, trailers
Minimizer has introduced the Fast Flap Mounting Bracket, designed to accommodate the company’s Fast Flaps on heavy-duty trucks and trailers. Previously, the Fast Flaps could only be used on vocational trucks. The Fast Flap mud flap hangers simply bolt directly to the frame bracket. Manufactured with carbon steel and powder coated black, the Fast Flap
Five truck trend takeaways from April
We know it’s not easy to keep up with everything that happens in the world of trucking. So here are the biggest stories from April focused on the latest truck trends, all in one place.
