Bridgestone IntelliTire, TPMS now available on MyGeotab Marketplace
Bridgestone’s tire-health monitoring system uses internal or external sensors to provide fleets with real-time data including tire pressure and tire temperature and slow leak detection.
Volvo Trucks extends sponsorship of America’s Road Team for 2024
Volvo Trucks North America announced that it will once again serve as sponsor of the America’s Road Team public outreach program in 2024. Created by the ATA in 1986, America’s Road Team navigates across the nation annually to embody the dedication, teamwork, and paramount role of America’s 3.6 million professional truck drivers in propelling the
Mack hosts MD Electric drive event, details new subscription-based financing option
Orders for these trucks are open now, and deliveries will commence in Q4 of this year. But this was the first opportunity offered to drive the MD Electric, this time on California’s Sonoma Raceway.
Georgia expands deployment of Drivewyze Smart Roadways Service
The Georgia Department of Transportation recently announced that it has expanded its deployment of real-time traffic alerts through Drivewyze’s Smart Roadways service. The expansion provides commercial truck drivers access to heavy congestion and slowdown traffic alerts across 1,400 miles of interstate and state highways in Georgia, nearly tripling the connected roadways in the state since deploying
Nauto launches new telematics solution
The company says it will now be offering telematics alongside driver and vehicle safety capabilities on a single device and software platform.
Eaton to supply OEM with new 48-volt aftertreatment heater controller for emissions regulations
Eaton announced it has reached an agreement to supply its new 48-volt programmable aftertreatment heater controller for electrically heated catalysts to a global commercial vehicle manufacturer. Eaton did not name the OEM, but notes that rapidly warming up the diesel exhaust aftertreatment catalyst, and keeping it warm during low engine load operation, is essential for optimal performance
Daimler Truck North America launches Extended Optimum for used truck coverage
The extended coverage comes with genuine OEM parts and service through DTNA’s dealer service network.
Peterbilt Technician Institute Nashville inaugural classes begin
Upon completion of the advanced program, students will earn factory-trained technician credentials.
FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index plunged deeper into negative territory in August
With fuel costs stabilizing for now, the outlook is for improved conditions, but FTR says that it does not expect the TCI to turn consistently positive until late 2024.
Michelin announces new X One Pre-Mold retread tire lines
The Michelin X One Line Energy D2 Pre-Mold tire is designed to optimize the total cost of ownership by improving rolling resistance.
ACT Research: Weak freight fundamentals and declining demand warrant caution ahead
With the 2024 order season opening in September, the Class 8 backlog increased by 8,700 units from August to 161,300 units, and the backlog-to-build ratio increased to 5.5 months, according to the latest numbers from ACT Research. “Order season for 2024 kicks off with mixed conditions across the various Classes 5-8 vehicle end-markets,” said Kenny
HDA Truck Pride adds Idaho’s Diesel Depot to its network
Diesel Depot has grown substantially over the years to 45 employees and a 25-bay shop.
