Shell, Smart Freight Centre partner on sustainability training
Shell has partnered with the non-profit Smart Freight Centre to sponsor the delivery of the company’s Smart Transport Manager Training. The training program, initially available online, will educate fleet managers on how best to reduce carbon emissions, increase efficiencies and cut costs throughout their entire supply chain. To date, fleet managers that have implemented some
Aperia Technologies selects Fontaine Modification as preferred installer of Halo Tire Inflator, Halo Connect
Aperia Technologies Inc. has designated Fontaine Modification as a preferred installer of its Halo Tire Inflator and Halo Connect technology. Fontaine Modification will provide customers across North America with a complete automatic tire inflation system to reduce tire-related downtime and improve fuel efficiency, the company says. The Halo is an automatic tire inflation system for
Trucker Path, Cover Whale partner on insurance platform
Trucker Path has partnered with Cover Whale Insurance Solutions Inc., the provider of a new commercial truck insurance platform. “With Cover Whale’s technology-driven platform, we can provide insurance quotes to owner-operators in 24 hours or sooner and save customers an average of 15% on premiums,” said Steven Lopez, vice president of business development at Trucker
Goodyear, TuSimple collaborate on autonomous freight vehicles
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has entered a strategic relationship with TuSimple, an autonomous trucking technology company, to provide tires and tire management solutions to TuSimple’s Autonomous Freight Network (AFN). As part of this collaboration, Goodyear will provide products and repair services to enhance the safety and operation of autonomous trucks. Additionally, Goodyear and
HydraBed introduces new reel management system
HydraBed has introduced of a new version of its lifting unit, the ReelLift Reel Management System, which performs all the major functions of reel and cable handling. The company says the ReelLift enables utility workers and contractors to reduce their reel and cable handling time by up to 50%, and combines thefunctions of reel pickup
TBC Brands launches new medium radial truck tires
TBC Brands has launched a new medium radial truck tire brand, Prinx Tires. Exclusively distributed by National Tire Wholesale (NTW) in North America, the Prinx medium radial truck lineup is available in seven application types, TBC says: The AR602, a regional steer all position tire line, is suitable for long wear and excellent grip. The
Minimizer releases new antibacterial mattress
Minimizer has released the Long Haul Series Mattress, which is both antibacterial and hypoallergenic. According to the company, it will never bottom out. The company says it hopes that the mattress will give drivers an opportunity to get a good night’s sleep while driving during the pandemic.
Stemco, OptiCat release data delivery services to customers
Stemco has announced an agreement with OptiCat, an ACES and PIES compliant software developer, to provide accurate, secure and real-time product information. With this new offering, Stemco says it can quickly and accurately deliver new or updated product attributes to customers. Stemco recently released three new products for commercial truck and trailer wheel ends, including
Motiv Power Systems gets electric delivery truck order from Bimbo Bakeries USA
Motiv Power Systems has renewed its partnership with Bimbo Bakeries USA (BBU), the largest bakery in the United States. This follows a successful 12-month pilot of five Motiv-powered electric trucks that performed flawlessly on real-world delivery routes, according to the company. The companies say BBU and Motiv are now strengthening their partnership, with 23 additional
XL Fleet expands XLP plug-in hybrid electric drive system for use in GM vehicles
XL Fleet‘s XLP plug-in hybrid electric drive technology is being expanded for use across a range of fleet vehicles from General Motors. The platform is expected to begin shipping on select configurations of the Chevrolet and GMC Silverado/Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD pickup trucks in the first quarter of 2021, and on Chevrolet and
Reading Truck Group acquires Rayside Truck & Trailer
Reading Truck Group has acquired Rayside Truck & Trailer, a work truck body, equipment, accessory and trailer upfitter and dealership based in West Palm Beach, Florida. With the addition of Rayside, the number of Reading’s sites increases to 16 facilities nationwide. Rayside Truck and Trailer was established in 1979.
Coxreels releases high-visibility hose reels
Coxreels has introduced a new line of high-visibility safety hose reels. Featured on the company’s P, SH and T series, the hose is a hybrid, bright yellow hose with a white glossy stripe available in ⅜- and ½-in. Hybrid hoses made of PVC and rubber blend offer similar performance to rubber with the weight of
