What role could A.I. play in trucking?
There’s a lot of hyperbole out there about A.I. So let’s talk facts, and get to what role it can play in truck service shops.
FTR Trucking Conditions Index improves, but market remains tough for carriers
The outlook is for consistently negative readings for the TCI in 2024.
FirstFleet adds Motive, Platform Science video technology to its fleet
FirstFleet has announced an integration with Motive and Platform Science, adding Motive’s AI Dashcam and safety data and Platform Science’s Virtual Vehicle platform to its fleet of more than 3,000 vehicles. FirstFleet hauls consumer goods, groceries, and paper products across the United States. According to Motive and Platform Science, the benefits of this partnership include:
Apollo signs distribution partnership with Gefco in France
The partnership has cut average lead times to under four days, the company reports.
Mercedes-Benz delivers first eActros 300 semitrailer tractor in Germany
Logistik Schmitt will add a total of six eActros 300 semitrailer tractors to its fleet.
New PowerPro Extreme 7.5 24V starter motor announced
Leece-Neville Heavy Duty Systems has introduced a new PowerPro Extreme 7.5 starter motor. The company says the motor has 24-volt coverage and 7.5kW of starting power for 6.0 to 12.0L engines, and is meant for a variety of heavy-duty applications. The starter motor is available now. “These units were engineered to provide trucks, military vehicles, boats, buses
Rizon electric trucks receive EPA and CARB certification
The Class 4 and 5 medium-duty electric trucks are set to begin deliveries in Q4.
Epicor acquires Elite Extra
Elite Extra is a provider of cloud-based last-mile delivery solutions.
Women in Trucking Association names November member of the month
Maria Cardenas is the marketing manager at Sworkz, a nearshoring and staffing service provider.
Canadian grocery fleet to deploy two Volvo VNR Electric trucks
The trucks will run routes in the Montreal area for Loblaw Companies Limited.
Aperia Technologies adds vehicle asset tracking to Halo Tire Management platform
The feature couples precise vehicle location, including high fidelity and satellite map views, with the health status of each tire.
Women In Trucking Association names 2023 Top Companies for Women to Work For in Transportation
WIT says it created the award in 2018 to promote the accomplishments of companies that are focused on the employment of women in the trucking industry.
